Project Director - Restoration/Construction Estimator

FIRST ONSITE, LLC; Dundee Township (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading restoration company is seeking a Project Director to oversee restoration projects from initial concept to completion. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in construction management and a solid understanding of restoration processes. This role requires leadership, clear communication, and the ability to manage budgets and timelines effectively. Responsibilities include managing crews, preparing estimates, and maintaining safety standards on site. A minimum of 3 years in the industry along with relevant certifications are essential for this position.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years industry experience required.
• Experience in disaster restoration preferred.
• Valid driver's license is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects from start to finish.
• Prepare budgets, estimates, and scope of work.
• Oversee daily jobsite operations and safety.
• Maintain project records in Salesforce.
• Respond to project needs 24/7.

Skills

Leadership experience in construction/restoration

Knowledge of construction documents

Project management

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma required

Bachelor's degree preferred

4+ certifications

Tools

Xactimate

Salesforce

Job description

A Day in the Life of a Project Director

As a Project Director at First Onsite, you are at the heart of transforming restoration projects from concept to completion. Leveraging tools like Xactimate, you develop precise scopes of work, estimates, and preliminary budgets that set each project up for success. Working closely with Operations, you gather field measurements, plans, photos, and materials, applying both technical expertise and a deep understanding of construction and restoration costs to every job.

Your positive, service-driven mindset makes you a trusted partner to colleagues, clients, and subcontractors alike. You build strong relationships, streamline collections, proactively solve challenges, and ensure projects move forward smoothly and profitably. Clear communication and attention to detail are your trademarks, keeping the right people informed at every stage and helping deliver exceptional results every time.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects from start to finish, including crews, subcontractors, and schedules
• Prepare budgets, estimates, and scope of work; maintain profit margins
• Oversee daily jobsite operations, safety, and documentation
• Review and approve subcontractor proposals and change orders
• Collaborate with operations to ensure projects stay on schedule and budget
• Maintain client deliverables and project records in Salesforce
• Conduct mitigation assessments and develop project plans
• Respond to project needs 24/7

Experience & Education

• Leadership experience in construction/restoration
• Knowledge of construction documents and large loss projects
• 3+ years industry experience
• High school diploma required; bachelor's degree, preferred
• 4+ certifications
• Disaster restoration experience, preferred
• Valid driver's license

First Onsite provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

First Onsite (and its Companies) participates in E-Verify. We will provide the U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employer's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.