Director of Construction

Expert Executive Recruiters (EER Global); Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy company in Arlington, VA is seeking a Senior Talent Acquisition Manager to oversee utility scale solar construction projects. The ideal candidate should have over 7 years of experience in commercial construction project management, strong leadership skills, and a degree in construction management or related field. Responsibilities include managing teams, developing strategies, and ensuring project success. This full-time position requires on-site presence and may involve some travel within the mid-Atlantic region.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in commercial construction project management or development.
• Strong background in utility scale solar construction.
• Proven ability to manage multiple vendors and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of solar construction programs.
• Develop effective strategies and maintain policies.
• Manage relationships with external vendors.

Skills

Leadership in construction projects

Supply chain management

Contract administration

Team management

Project management

Education

Degree in construction management or related field

PMP certification

Job description

Senior Talent Acquisition Manager & HR Leader | Global Executive Search | Building High-Performing Teams Across Africa, Europe & the United States

This role is based in Arlington, VA. On-site presence is required.

About the Company

Join a leading independent power producer at the forefront of renewable energy development. With a footprint across Virginia, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and Kentucky, our client develops, constructs, and operates utility-scale solar energy projects. As a subsidiary of a publicly traded Israeli clean energy firm with over 1GW commissioned and a 7GW pipeline globally, the company is shaping the future of sustainable power in the U.S. and beyond.

We are hiring a Director of Construction who will be based in our Arlington, Virginia headquarters. In this role you will be part of the management team for utility scale solar for our company’s projects. The Director of Construction will oversee, coordinate, and manage the company’s construction project portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Plans and directs day‑to‑day operations and strategic direction of large, utility scale solar construction programs as well as lead a team of high performing professionals
• Significantly contributes to creating and maintaining best in class policies and procedures
• Establishes and maintains supply chain relationships
• Leads, manages, develops staff, across multiple utility scale solar construction projects
• Provides guidance and project leadership ensuring projects are meeting or exceeding company expectations
• Directs as many as 25+ external vendors per project comprising General Contractors, A&E design teams, commissioning agents, equipment suppliers, etc.
• Leads in establishing and maintaining high value relationships
• Leads in developing and executing effective contract administration procedures including generation, review, and monitoring of prime contracts, subcontracts, change orders, cost forecasts, and other pertinent documents and documentation
• Lead project teams including Project Managers, Project Management Assistants, Site Superintendents and Subcontractors
• Manage all aspects of construction projects from pre‑construction to project close‑out

Education and Experience

• Degree in construction management or related field preferred. Relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education
• 7+ Years of experience in commercial construction project management or development
• PMP or other project management certification preferred

Work Location, Remote Work, and Travel

• This position will be based in the Arlington, VA. Travel may be required throughout Virginia and the mid‑Atlantic region up to 25% of time

Seniority level

• Director

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Engineering and Project Management

Industries

• Services for Renewable Energy, Construction, and Utilities