Project Director

Olgoonik Corporation; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

Professional development opportunities

Travel opportunities

Job summary

A prominent construction management firm based in Virginia is seeking a Project Director to oversee multiple large-scale construction projects. The role involves ensuring operational leadership and financial performance, managing client relations, and ensuring compliance with federal regulations. The ideal candidate should have significant experience in construction management and strong leadership skills, with proficiency in project management software. Competitive compensation and benefits are offered for this key position.

Qualifications

• Must have experience leading large-scale construction projects valued at $15M–$100M+.
• Proven success managing concurrent construction projects.
• PMP or Certified Construction Manager (CCM) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee large construction projects with budgets exceeding $10M.
• Ensure compliance with federal regulations and corporate policies.
• Negotiate contracts and manage change orders.

Skills

Leadership and organizational management

Construction methods knowledge

Communication and negotiation

Risk management

Proficiency with project management software

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management or related field

10+ years of construction management experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Procore

MS Project

Primavera

CAD programs

Job description

Overview

The Project Director provides strategic oversight for large-scale and complex construction projects across multiple sites. The Director is responsible for operational leadership, and financial performance of assigned projects, ensuring the successful delivery of projects aligned with company goals, client expectations, and contractual requirements, and adherence to all corporate, safety, and quality standards.

Primary Responsibilities

• Oversees large and complex projects, typically exceeding $10M per project, including new construction, repairs, and renovations.
• Reviews and approves scopes, budgets, estimates, and schedules across multiple projects.
• Produces detailed estimates for work, negotiates proposals with client, produces sub-contractor bid packages, administers and oversees field activities, produces in-house production reports and produces schedules, etc. as required to effectively manage multiple projects at once.
• Ensures compliance with contract terms, federal acquisition regulations (FAR), and corporate policies.
• Serves as the senior representative for clients, government contracting officers, and stakeholders.
• Negotiates contracts, manages change orders, and resolves escalated issues to maintain client trust.
• Establishes and monitors key performance indicators (KPIs) for schedule, cost, quality, and client satisfaction.
• Leads briefings, progress meetings, and strategic reviews.
• Oversees project budgets, ensuring accuracy in cost tracking and revenue forecasting.
• Collaborates with Business Managers and Accounting teams to improve profitability and operational efficiency.
• Supports business development efforts through proposal oversight and client engagement strategies.
• Drives company-wide initiatives to enhance construction delivery, safety culture, and process efficiency.
• Ensures consistent application of Contractor Quality Control (CQC) standards and corporate safety programs.
• Champions innovation and continuous improvement across project teams.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• This position may have supervisory responsibilities for professional, technical, and labor staff.

Education And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or directly related field preferred; extensive experience in lieu of degree will be considered.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in construction management, including 5 years experience leading large-scale construction projects.
• Proven success managing concurrent construction projects valued at $15M–$100M+.
• Must have experience in contracting with Federal Government and the Department of Defense and understanding of key aspects of this contracting environment.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Advanced leadership and organizational management skills.
• Strong technical knowledge of construction methods, estimating, scheduling, and contract administration.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and project management platforms (e.g., Procore, MS Project, Primavera).
• Proficiency with construction software is strongly preferred. Scheduling, estimating, construction accounting and CAD programs will be utilized.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to manage risk, drive profitability, and foster a positive team culture.
• Ability to work effectively in diverse, multi-site environments with minimal supervision is required.

Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations

• PMP or Certified Construction Manager (CCM) preferred.

Security Clearance

Position requires U.S. Citizenship, a US Government background check and may require a US Government Secret or Top-Secret Clearance

If SECRET Clearance Level Is Required, Candidate Must Also

• Have a current US Government SECRET Personnel Security Clearance or be able to successfully complete a U.S. government administered Investigation
• Be able to maintain a US Government Secret or Top-Secret clearance

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to be able to stand; walk; sit; use hands and/or fingers to handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; operate office equipment, reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop; kneel; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and or move up to 25 pounds

Work Environment

General office environment. Some travel both domestically and internationally may be required based on business demands.

Olgoonik is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. As an Alaska Native corporation, Olgoonik provides hiring preference to Olgoonik shareholders, descendants, and their spouses to the extent allowed by law.