Director of Construction

Unibail-Rodamco Germany GmbH; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 141,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-sponsored health plans

Paid time off

Professional development

ESG initiatives

Job summary

Unibail-Rodamco Germany GmbH is seeking a Director of Construction to oversee large-scale commercial projects on the East Coast. This role requires a minimum of 10 years of experience in construction project management, handling everything from entitlements to closeout.

The candidate will lead a diverse team and engage in contract negotiations, ensuring compliance with safety and design standards. Compensation is competitive, with an expected salary between $141,000 – $200,000, plus additional benefits.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive experience in construction project management.
• Proven track record managing large-scale projects from inception to completion.
• Skilled in documentation management and compliance with project requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all aspects of a construction project.
• Oversee entitlements, design, budgeting, and scheduling.
• Drive enforcement of safety protocols and manage field operations.

Skills

Construction project management

Risk mitigation strategies

Budget management

A&E RFP processes

Technical design standards

Construction codes

Financial reporting

Proficient in MS Project

Education

Professional certifications (PMP, LEED AP)

Tools

Procore

Primavera P6

MS Project

Excel

Job description

Director of Construction - East Coast

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage all aspects of a construction project from entitlements through construction, including third‑party contractor and A&E consultant contracts.
• Oversee entitlements, design, budgeting, estimating, scheduling, and sequencing of work.
• Lead the A&E RFP process, create fee‑comparison spreadsheets, award A&E contracts, and manage due diligence for project documentation.
• Ensure contract risk mitigation, validate subcontracts, purchase orders, and change orders, and manage the change‑order process.
• Act as liaison between Internal Design Studio, A&E consultants, Development, Construction, Operations, and other stakeholders.
• Maintain a Master Project Schedule, track documentation progress against deliverables, and manage budget and financial reporting.
• Drive enforcement of safety protocols, oversee field operation and engineering processes, and lead risk evaluation and contract negotiations.
• Manage the closeout process with contractors and A&E consultants, and participate in project‑control meetings.

Qualifications:

• 10+ years of progressive experience in construction project management, including preconstruction, bidding, and closeout.
• Proven track record managing large‑scale commercial or mixed‑use projects from inception to completion.
• Experience leading A&E RFP processes, contract negotiations, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Professional certifications such as PMP, LEED AP, or equivalent are a plus.
• Deep understanding of construction codes, building regulations, and technical design standards.
• Proficiency in estimating, scheduling, and sequencing of work.
• Strong ability to manage budgets, interpret financial reports, and maintain project financial goals.
• Experience with cost analysis, forecasting, and financial reporting tools.
• Expertise in Master Project Scheduling and tracking deliverables against milestones.
• Skilled in documentation management and ensuring compliance with project requirements.
• Proficiency in construction management software (Procore, Primavera P6, MS Project) and Excel.
• Ability to lead cross‑functional teams including design studios, consultants, contractors, and operations.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Compensation Exempt: $141,000 – $200,000 plus discretionary annual bonus.
• Travel expectation: up to 50%.
• Location: Corporate office in Century City, CA.
• Benefits include: company‑sponsored health plans, paid time off, professional development, and ESG initiatives.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Unibail‑Rodamco‑Westfield is an equal‑opportunity employer that embraces diversity of backgrounds, perspectives, experience, and skills. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, and other legally protected characteristics.