Director of Projects

Asplundh Careers; Indianapolis (IN); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

Asplundh Brush Control, LLC is seeking a Director of Projects to oversee our portfolio of construction projects from business development through financial closeout. The role focuses on driving winning bids, managing client relationships, and aligning resources across estimating and project management.

You will lead a team of estimators and project managers, ensure contract compliance, and optimize project profitability while coordinating with regional operations and field personnel.

Qualifications

• Experience leading construction projects and estimating teams in power or pipeline sectors.
• Strong leadership, client relationship management, and bid/proposal coordination.
• Ability to manage project finances, scheduling, and invoicing.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic oversight for estimating and project management across the portfolio.
• Develop and manage client relationships and respond to inquiries.
• Oversee bidding, preconstruction, and contract compliance.
• Manage project financials, progress tracking, and invoicing.
• Lead and mentor project managers and estimators.

Skills

Strategic Leadership

Business Development

Client Relations

Estimating

Project Management

Financial Management

Team Leadership

Contract Negotiation

Risk Management

Process Improvement

Job description

Description

Job Title:DirectorofProjects

Location:Remotewithcustomerandsitemeetings,asrequired

Reportsto:GeneralManager

AboutUs:AsplundhBrushControl,LLCwasestablishedin1956toprovideheavyclearingandright-of-wayaccess servicestothepowerdeliveryindustry.Sinceourfounding,wehavebeencommittedtoprovidingexcellentvalue, service,andinnovativesolutionstoourutilitycustomersandindustrypartnersacrossthecountry.

We are positioningfor significantgrowth and are seeking an experienced and strategic leader to oversee our entire portfolioofconstructionprojects,frominitialbusinessdevelopmentandestimationthroughfinancialcloseout. Ifyou have experience in business development, estimating, project management or construction in the power or pipeline industryandwanttobepartofadynamicteamwithtremendousopportunityforgrowth,weinviteyoutoapply.

Overview: The Director of Projects provides strategic oversight and direction to the estimating and project management effort by supporting new business opportunities, maintaining and developing customer relationships, RFP management, competitive bidding, proposal coordinating, contract negotiation, along with, progress tracking throughcompletionandinvoicing.Thisrolesupportsallcustomerandprojectneeds,outsidetheactualexecutionof the work, which falls under the Regional operations groups.

Responsibilities:

• StrategicLeadership&BusinessDevelopment:Developandimplementstrategiesfornewworkgeneration and client acquisition. Oversee objectives and resource allocation for the project management and estimating team, focusing on the winning, planning and financial success of projects.
• Client & Stakeholder Relations: Act as a primary contact for key client relationships, ensuring high satisfaction. Participate in client meetings and presentations to discuss proposals, progress, and address inquiries regarding costs and timelines.
• Bidding&PreconstructionOversight:Provideleadershiptotheestimatingdepartment,ensuringaccurateand timely cost estimates, comprehensive bid packages, and contract compliance. Review and approve all bids and project proposals.
• Project Controls & Financial Management: Assume overall responsibility for project financials across the portfolio, including pricing, costs, margins, and budget creation. Utilize systems for tracking progress, managing project reporting, and compiling all project billings.
• Team Leadership & Mentorship: Provide leadership, direction, and mentorship to project managers, estimators, and field engineers within the division. Oversee team schedules, delegate tasks, monitor performance,andfosteracultureofcollaborationandaccountabilitywithinandwithRegionpersonnel.
• RiskManagement &Compliance: Evaluate project risks and uncertaintiesduringthe planningphase to develop mitigation plans and pricing adjustments as needed. Ensure permits, legal documents, safety protocols, and regulatory compliance are secured ahead of project execution.
• Process Improvement: Analyze project metrics related to business acquisition, profitability, and billing cycles to identify operational improvements and cost savings for future projects.

Important Information for Applicants:

• Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC and its family of companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to any legally protected characteristic.
• If you require reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact our ADA Coordinator at 1-800-248-8733, ext. 3656.
• Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of applicable pre-employment requirements, which include background screening, drug testing, and employment eligibility verification.
• Compensation determination is based on market data, job scope and individual qualifications.
• We offer a competitive total rewards package inclusive of health and welfare and retirement benefits, as well as paid time off and holiday pay benefits.
• Unsolicited resumes without an executed agency agreement become the property of the company.