Director of Construction

Jobtailor; Arizona; On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor seeks a seasoned leader to direct and lead the execution of a portfolio of utility-scale solar projects in the United States. You will ensure delivery against safety, schedule, cost and quality commitments while providing strategic oversight on contracting strategy, subcontractor and self-perform execution models, and risk management.

You will mentor direct reports, foster safety and environmental stewardship, support budget development and monitor expenditures, mitigate risks, and

Qualifications

• Construction experience leading and building teams.
• Experience managing multiple concurrent projects with varying scopes and deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suites, including Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Proficiency with project management software.
• Strong financial acumen with budget development and cost control.
• Valid driver's license.
• Prior experience in utility-scale solar or renewable energy projects.
• Experience managing teams of subcontractors and owner relationships.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Construction Management, Business, or related field (preferred).
• PMP, CCM, or equivalent certification (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Direct and lead execution of a portfolio of utility-scale solar projects.
• Ensure delivery against safety, schedule, cost, and quality commitments.
• Provide strategic oversight on contracting strategy, subcontractor and self-perform execution models, schedule risk management, and critical-path mitigation.
• Lead, develop, mentor, and empower direct reports using PBM frameworks.
• Foster safety, environmental stewardship, accountability, continuous improvement, and quality excellence.
• Support budget development and monitor project expenditures.
• Mitigate operational risks and ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
• Provide leadership and stakeholders with regular updates on project performance, risks, challenges, and opportunities.
• Monitor industry trends, technologies, and best practices.
• Propose and implement innovative strategies to improve project delivery and operational efficiency.

Skills

Project management

Budget development

Cost control

Risk management

Schedule management

Contracting strategy

Subcontractor management

Microsoft Office

Project delivery

Operational efficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, Construction Management, Business, or related field

Tools

Project management software

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Job description

• Direct and lead execution of a portfolio of utility-scale solar projects
• Ensure delivery against safety, schedule, cost, and quality commitments
• Provide strategic oversight on contracting strategy, subcontractor and self-perform execution models, schedule risk management, and critical-path mitigation
• Lead, develop, mentor, and empower direct reports using PBM frameworks
• Foster safety, environmental stewardship, accountability, continuous improvement, and quality excellence
• Support budget development and monitor project expenditures
• Mitigate operational risks and ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements
• Provide leadership and stakeholders with regular updates on project performance, risks, challenges, and opportunities
• Monitor industry trends, technologies, and best practices
• Propose and implement innovative strategies to improve project delivery and operational efficiency
• Travel approximately 50% to project sites and the DEPCOM office as needed

Requirements

• Construction experience developing and leading teams
• Experience managing multiple concurrent projects with varying scopes and deadlines
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suites, including Word, Outlook, and Excel
• Proficiency with project management software
• Strong financial acumen with experience in budget development and cost control
• Valid driver's license
• Prior experience in utility-scale solar or renewable energy projects
• Experience managing teams of subcontractors and owner relationships
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Construction Management, Business, or related field (preferred)
• PMP, CCM, or equivalent certification (preferred)
• Must be eligible to work in the United States; this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in leading utility-scale solar projects with a focus on safety, quality, and operational efficiency. Proficient in budget development, project management, and team leadership within the renewable energy sector.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Utility-Scale Solar Project Management
• Budget Development and Cost Control
• PMP, CCM, or Equivalent Certification
• Team Leadership and Development
• Project Management Software Proficiency

Hard Skills

• Project Management
• Budget Development
• Cost Control
• Risk Management
• Schedule Management
• Contracting Strategy
• Subcontractor Management
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Project Delivery
• Operational Efficiency

Soft Skills

• Leadership
• Mentoring
• Communication
• Accountability
• Continuous Improvement

Certifications & Qualifications

• PMP
• CCM

Industry Keywords

• Utility-Scale Solar
• Renewable Energy
• Safety Compliance
• Environmental Stewardship
• Construction Management

Tools & Technologies

• Project Management Software
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Outlook
• Microsoft Excel