Senior Power Project Construction Director

Genesis Technical Staffing; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 220,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

Genesis Technical Staffing, Inc. is seeking a Construction Director for an on-site, direct-hire role in Houston, TX.

The position oversees all site-based construction execution on a major power project, providing strategic direction and senior leadership across disciplines. You will lead a large, multidisciplinary team, ensuring safe, on-time, within-budget delivery while aligning with contractual commitments and client expectations.

Qualifications

• 20+ years of progressive construction leadership experience in power or energy infrastructure.
• Advanced understanding of construction management systems and project controls.
• Experience leading senior construction leaders on major EPC/EPCM projects.
• Familiarity with cogeneration and complex energy facilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership for all construction activities on a major power project.
• Develop and implement integrated construction execution plans and delivery methodologies.
• Lead workforce planning, contractor management, and succession planning.
• Manage performance metrics and drive corrective actions to meet schedule, cost, and quality targets.
• Maintain strong relationships with customer executives, project leadership, and external stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership experience

Project controls

Scheduling methodologies

Digital construction tech

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management

Job description

Genesis Technical Staffing, Inc. is seeking a Construction Director for an on-site, direct-hire role in Houston, TX.

The position oversees all site-based construction execution on a major power project, providing strategic direction and senior leadership across disciplines. You will lead a large, multidisciplinary team, ensuring safe, on-time, within-budget delivery while aligning with contractual commitments and client expectations.