Project Director

NextGen | GTA: A Kelly Telecom Company; Bismarck (ND); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary plus performance-based bonus

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement savings plan with company contribution

Paid time off and company holidays

Career growth and leadership advancement opportunities

Job summary

A leading industrial construction firm is seeking a Site Project Director to oversee large-scale EPC projects in North Dakota. This high-impact role involves leading site execution, managing project teams, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Ideal candidates will have over 10 years of experience in construction project management and expertise in team leadership. The position will begin remotely and transition on-site as the project progresses, offering a competitive salary and opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in construction project management within heavy industrial environments.
• Strong expertise in safety, quality, and cost management on projects.
• Experience leading teams and developing Project Managers.

Responsibilities

• Lead overall site execution strategy and ensure project alignment.
• Oversee safety programs and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Manage procurement strategy and subcontractor selections.

Skills

Construction project management

Site execution management

Team leadership

Risk management

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Primavera

Job description

Employment Type: Full-Time

Overview

We are partnering with a leading industrial construction and energy solutions organization to hire a Site Project Director to lead large-scale EPC and heavy industrial construction projects.

This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for site-level execution across complex builds, including boiler systems, steam generation, and multidisciplinary construction scopes. The position will begin remotely during early project phases and transition to an on-site leadership role in the Midwest as the project ramps.

This is a true “builder” opportunity—ideal for a leader who thrives in ambiguity and is excited to stand up and operationalize a new business line from the ground up. You will have full ownership of execution strategy, team development, and site operations, serving as the senior-most leader on-site.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead overall site execution strategy, including planning, scheduling, cost control, and risk management
• Direct and develop Site Project Managers and field teams to ensure alignment across all project phases
• Oversee safety programs and quality control processes, ensuring full regulatory compliance
• Manage procurement strategy, subcontractor selection, and contract administration
• Coordinate daily field operations across civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, and piping scopes
• Serve as the primary client-facing leader, managing stakeholder communication and expectations
• Drive commissioning, testing, and final project turnover to ensure successful project delivery
• Establish processes, workflows, and operational structure for a growing business line

Required Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in construction project management within heavy industrial, utility, or power generation environments
• Proven track record leading large-scale EPC or industrial construction projects from preconstruction through turnover
• Strong expertise in site execution, including safety, quality, cost, and schedule management
• Experience leading and developing Project Managers and field personnel
• Ability to operate effectively in fast-paced, ambiguous, or startup-like environments
• Experience with contract management, procurement strategy, and subcontractor oversight
• Knowledge of permitting processes, regulatory compliance, and construction safety standards

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with boiler systems, steam generation, or related equipment
• Background in boilermaking or closely related trades
• Experience building new processes, workflows, or business lines
• Familiarity with Primavera or similar project scheduling tools
• Knowledge of ASME, NFPA, and welding procedures
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Boiler Systems / Steam Generation
• Multidisciplinary Construction (Civil, Structural, Mechanical, Electrical, Piping)
• Competitive base salary plus performance-based bonus
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement savings plan with company contribution
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Career growth and leadership advancement opportunities

Additional Information

• Must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis now and in the future
• Willingness to transition to an on-site role in the Midwest is required