Senior Director, Development Services

Govig & Associates; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Govig is seeking a Senior Director, Development Services to lead complex commercial real estate construction across the Southwest, from concept through completion. You will guide projects in AZ, NV, Southern CA, CO and the region, coordinating design, construction, and occupancy milestones.

The role demands 15+ years of construction management experience, design-build know-how, and strong leadership, negotiation, and communication skills to deliver high-quality developments and ensure safety and

Qualifications

• 15+ years in construction management (small and large projects).
• Design-build experience preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, construction engineering, civil engineering, or architecture.
• Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ethical with sound judgment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and assemble solicitation packages; review design documents.
• Negotiate contracts throughout the life of the project.
• Oversee design and construction contracts; manage modifications.
• Conduct site investigations and cost budgeting.
• Monitor scheduling; verify milestones before payments.
• Obtain licenses/permits and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Provide on-site owner project management.
• Oversee contractor performance; ensure safety and quality.
• Perform inspections and QC with agencies.
• Coordinate occupancy with building management and tenants.
• Integrate design and construction into proforma.
• Close-out activities and documentation.

Skills

Construction management

Negotiation

Communication

Team orientation

Design-build experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Exciting opportunity to take the lead on complex commercial real estate projects across the Southwest! Bring your construction expertise to a highly respected real estate development organization where you’ll lead projects from concept through completion and make a lasting impact on an impressive portfolio!

Govig – Your #1 full-service recruiting firm, your access to the best opportunities available, is seeking a SENIOR DIRECTOR, DEVELOPMENT SERVICES for a high-profile development organization.

About the company

Founded in 2010, our client is one of the nation’s largest privately held commercial real estate companies, with a regional focus and national reach. With more than $8 billion in development and acquisitions, the company has built an impressive portfolio spanning industrial, office, multifamily, mixed-use, and science + technology projects. They provide a full spectrum of real estate services and are known for their relationship-driven culture, strong capital base, and commitment to creating long-term value in the communities they serve.

About the position

The Senior Director, Development Services will work in conjunction with the real estate development teams to plan, direct, coordinate, and oversee all construction projects in Arizona, Nevada, Southern California, Colorado and the Southwest US region, and may include projects outside of the region. Responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Prepare and assemble solicitation packages including review of design documents for correct criteria
• Perform negotiations prior to agreement execution, throughout the life of the project, and during warranty periods
• Oversee the drafting and implementation of design and construction contracts; issue contract modifications, incorporating material scope or administrative revisions
• Perform site investigation, due diligence research, and associated project cost budgeting.
• Monitor scheduling and project management to assure that major milestones are met; verify milestones before payments are made
• Obtain necessary licenses or permits; monitor compliance with set regulations
• Provide on-site owner project management; promote appropriate improvements as needed
• Oversee the performance of contractors, ensuring that quality standards are met, resources are well used, and that safety precautions of the contractor are being followed
• Perform inspections and oversight of inspection agencies at the project level, assuring quality control from excavation to occupant-ready spaces
• Coordinate occupancy with building management, tenants, and tenant contractors
• Integrate the design and construction forces into the proforma
• Create and adapt outline specifications to meet project objectives
• Successful close-out activities and documentation at the completion of a project

What you need

To be a hero in this role, the Senior Director, Development Services will have:

• Minimum 15 years’ experience in construction management, working with both small and large projects
• Design-build experience preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, construction engineering, civil engineering, or architecture
• Very strong team orientation with focus on collective success
• Sound business acumen
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
• Outstanding negotiation, presentation, and people skills
• Responsible and ethical with sound judgment