Senior Field Project Director (Construction) | ESOP Leader

W.E. O'Neil; Phoenix, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 175,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Bonus program

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

PTO/Sick leave

Life insurance

401(k) with match

Student debt assistance

Job summary

W.E. O'Neil is seeking a seasoned Project Director in Phoenix, AZ to lead multi-project performance from the field, fostering client relationships and driving business results on active portfolios.

The role requires 15+ years in construction leadership, a relevant degree, and strong skills in risk management, scheduling, and project controls. Expect field-based duties with significant stakeholder interaction and staff mentoring opportunities.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of progressively responsible construction industry experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field.
• Expert understanding of project delivery methods, construction operations, risk management, scheduling, procurement, contract administration, and project controls.
• Advanced knowledge of construction means and methods, constructability principles, building systems, and VDC/BIM processes.
• Strong business acumen, financial decision-making, and the ability to oversee multiple projects and competing priorities at once.
• Exceptional relationship-building, negotiation, and communication skills, with the ability to build trust and credibility across clients, project teams, and company leadership.
• Experience mentoring project management staff and supporting operational leadership initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight across multiple projects to drive safety, quality, schedule, financial, and client satisfaction outcomes.
• Support project teams in resolving complex project, operational, contractual, staffing, and risk-related challenges.
• Monitor project performance and guide teams to improve outcomes, profitability, and client satisfaction.
• Develop and maintain strategic client, consultant, and industry relationships; serve as a senior company representative on key accounts.
• Mentor and develop Senior Project Managers, Project Managers, and other project team members; support recruiting, performance management, and succession planning.
• Lead and guide major project pursuits and preconstruction activities, including execution planning, staffing strategy, procurement strategy, and risk assessment.
• Evaluate project, staffing, and operational decisions through the lens of company profitability, risk, reputation, and long-term business objectives.
• Represent the company within industry associations, professional organizations, and community

Skills

Leadership

Construction management

Risk management

Scheduling

Procurement

Contract administration

Project controls

Relationship building

Mentoring

Staff development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field

Job description

W.E. O'Neil is seeking a seasoned Project Director in Phoenix, AZ to lead multi-project performance from the field, fostering client relationships and driving business results on active portfolios.

The role requires 15+ years in construction leadership, a relevant degree, and strong skills in risk management, scheduling, and project controls. Expect field-based duties with significant stakeholder interaction and staff mentoring opportunities.