Senior Construction Project Director — Growth & Precon Lead

Dcps; Englewood (TN); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid short-term disability

Paid life insurance

401(k) with company match

Flex/Unlimited PTO

Company vehicle or mileage reimburseme

Job summary

DCPS, a Denver-area building services provider, seeks a Project Director to drive revenue, manage client relationships, and oversee project execution from preconstruction through completion. This senior role partners with PMs, Superintendents, Operations and executive leadership to secure opportunities, deliver estimates, and ensure quality, safety, and profitability.

The position offers base salary $125,000–$150,000 plus commission and discretionary year-end bonus, with total compensation

Qualifications

• 7+ years in general contracting, construction, or related field.
• Strong background in estimating, project management, and client-facing roles.
• Experience managing projects from preconstruction through completion.
• Experience with projects ranging from $250K to $10M+.
• Understanding of construction processes, job costing, and financial management.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship management skills.
• Ability to collaborate with internal teams, vendors, and external stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and construction/project management systems.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Originate construction projects portfolio generating $3MM to $5MM+ in annual revenues.
• Lead preconstruction and estimating activities from Opportunity to Final Proposal.
• Manage project lifecycle with budgets and SOP-aligned delivery.
• Oversee handoff to Operations and communicate scope, contracts, budgets, and expectations.
• Lead preconstruction meetings with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Obtain final approval from internal approvers per SOPs.
• Mentor Estimators and PreCon team members.
• Develop training programs related to technical training, IT, software, AI.
• Ensure safety standards and company expectations are met.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and cultural development.
• Maintain site visits, client meetings, and proactive communication with stakeholders.
• Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies.

Skills

General contracting

Estimating

Project management

Client-facing

Preconstruction

Job costing

Financial management

Communication

Negotiation

Relationship management

Collaboration

Microsoft Office

Construction management software

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Construction/project management systems

Job description

DCPS, a Denver-area building services provider, seeks a Project Director to drive revenue, manage client relationships, and oversee project execution from preconstruction through completion. This senior role partners with PMs, Superintendents, Operations and executive leadership to secure opportunities, deliver estimates, and ensure quality, safety, and profitability.

The position offers base salary $125,000–$150,000 plus commission and discretionary year-end bonus, with total compensation