Senior Design-Build Project Director

Clayco; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Clayco, a full-service real estate development and construction firm, seeks a Project Director who will serve as the owner’s single point of contact and lead design-build execution on projects from design to completion.

Based in the Southern region with nationwide travel, you will mentor Project Managers and Engineers, manage forecasts and budgets, and ensure quality and timely delivery on projects ranging from $60M to over $250M.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture or related.
• 15–20 years of experience managing large construction projects ($100M+), ideally design-build.
• Demonstrated knowledge of construction principles, practices, and technology.
• Experience leading a project management team.
• Ability to walk a job site, climb ladders, and scale multi-floor scaffolding.
• Ability to lift objects of at least 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Build client and subcontractor relationships.
• Team with Architects, Engineers, and Planners to create and manage a design schedule.
• Establish project forecasts and budgets.
• Manage costs.
• Accept full responsibility for project execution.
• Mentor and develop project management staff.

Skills

Team leadership

Budget management

Client relationships

Design-build

Construction principles

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture or related

Job description

Clayco, a full-service real estate development and construction firm, seeks a Project Director who will serve as the owner’s single point of contact and lead design-build execution on projects from design to completion.

Based in the Southern region with nationwide travel, you will mentor Project Managers and Engineers, manage forecasts and budgets, and ensure quality and timely delivery on projects ranging from $60M to over $250M.