Project Director - Restoration/Construction Estimator

First Onsite - US; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

First Onsite - US is seeking a Project Director to lead restoration projects from inception to completion. You will develop accurate scopes of work, estimates, and preliminary budgets using tools like Xactimate, partnering with Operations to analyze measurements, plans, and material needs for successful outcomes.

The role emphasizes relationship building, proactive problem solving, and delivering high-quality results while maintaining financial performance.

Qualifications

• 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

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

Skills

Leadership experience

Construction documents knowledge

Industry experience

Disaster restoration experience

Valid driver’s license

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor’s degree preferred

4+ certifications

Job description

A Day in the Life of a Project Director

As a Project Director at First Onsite, you play a pivotal role in bringing restoration projects to life-from initial scope to successful completion. Using industry-leading tools like Xactimate, you'll develop accurate scopes of work, detailed estimates, and preliminary budgets that create the foundation for project success. Partnering closely with Operations, you'll analyze field measurements, plans, photos, and material requirements, combining technical expertise with a strong understanding of construction and restoration costs to drive exceptional outcomes.

This role is ideal for a relationship-builder with a proactive, service-first mindset. You'll collaborate with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams to keep projects moving efficiently, resolve challenges before they become roadblocks, and ensure financial performance stays on track. Through clear communication, sharp attention to detail, and a solutions-focused approach, you'll help deliver high-quality results while making a lasting impact for our customers when they need it most.

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.