Project Director - Restoration & Construction Leadership

ServiceMaster by Haven Restoration Group; Spartanburg (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Bonus based on performance

Company car

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Job summary

ServiceMaster by Haven Restoration Group is seeking a Project Director to lead restoration and reconstruction projects from estimating through execution and closeout. You will manage margins, supervise teams, and support business development while ensuring client satisfaction.

Requires strong Xactimate skills, 5+ years in construction management, and a track record of profitable project delivery. State licensure and field safety are emphasized in a dynamic, on-site role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma is required.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Business, or related field preferred.
• 5+ years of construction project management and estimating experience.
• Strong proficiency in Xactimate.
• Proven track record managing project financial performance.
• Experience supervising and developing team members.
• Strong negotiation and carrier communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site inspections to assess scope of loss and construction requirements.
• Develop detailed reconstruction estimates using Xactimate in accordance with carrier guidelines.
• Review and refine scopes to ensure accuracy, completeness, and profitability.
• Identify and capture change orders and supplemental opportunities.
• Manage estimate revisions based on carrier feedback.
• Support business development efforts by providing technical expertise during client meetings.
• Ensure projects are bid and contracted at margins aligned with company targets.
• Oversee projects from contract signing through final completion.
• Develop project schedules and coordinate labor, materials, and subcontractors.
• Conduct regular site inspections to monitor quality and progress.
• Ensure work is performed safely and in compliance with company standards.
• Resolve scope discrepancies, field issues, and customer concerns.
• Maintain accurate project documentation including notes, photos, and reports.
• Own gross profit performance across assigned projects.
• Monitor labor efficiency, subcontractor costs, and material usage.
• Ensure all billable events are captured and communicated.
• Review budgets and cost reports to prevent margin erosion.
• Partner with accounting to ensure accurate billing and timely collections.
• Support AR efforts on escalated accounts when needed.
• Serve as senior point of contact for property owners and insurance adjusters.
• Lead complex claim negotiations and supplemental discussions.
• Maintain strong carrier and referral partner relationships.
• Ensure client satisfaction from initial contact through project completion.

Skills

Project management

Negotiation skills

Carrier communication

Leadership

Team development

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Business, or related field

Tools

Xactimate

Job description

ServiceMaster by Haven Restoration Group is seeking a Project Director to lead restoration and reconstruction projects from estimating through execution and closeout. You will manage margins, supervise teams, and support business development while ensuring client satisfaction.

Requires strong Xactimate skills, 5+ years in construction management, and a track record of profitable project delivery. State licensure and field safety are emphasized in a dynamic, on-site role.