Project Director - Restoration/Construction Estimator

firstonsiteus; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

First Onsite seeks a Project Director to lead restoration projects from scope through completion. You will develop scopes, estimates, and preliminary budgets while coordinating with Operations, clients, subcontractors, and internal teams.

You will analyze field measurements, plans, photos, and material requirements, managing budgets and ensuring safety and compliance on-site. Strong communication and problem-solving are essential in this client-focused role.

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

Communication

Client collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Certifications

Disaster restoration

Tools

Salesforce

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

*Employees assigned to certain healthcare-related roles may be required to participate in additional drug and alcohol screening program(s) in accordance with client requirements, such as but not limited to Coalition for Construction Safety ("CCS") regulations in the state of Indiana.

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.