Senior Traveling Project Director

JE Dunn Construction; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

JE Dunn Construction seeks a Project Director to provide overall direction and leadership for the assigned work program across all phases of the project lifecycle. This role focuses on operational excellence, financial management, team leadership, stakeholder relations, and comprehensive risk management to meet contractual and financial targets, aligned with JE Dunn’s strategy and values.

Responsibilities include directing the project lifecycle, driving safety culture, supporting corporate

Qualifications

• Proven ability to lead complex projects and manage risk.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Proficiency with CMiC and MS Office.
• Lean construction methods familiarity.
• Budgeting, profitability, and new business development.
• Knowledge of MBE/WBE and SBA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide direction for projects across all life cycle phases.
• Lead safety culture and incident investigations.
• Support strategy development and company initiatives.
• Develop subcontractor strategies and selection.
• Oversee preconstruction discussions with clients.
• Manage project scope, scheduling, and staffing.
• Build client relationships and pursue new opportunities.
• Lead risk management and issue resolution.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Presentations

MS Office

Project management

CMiC

Lean

Budget management

Estimating

Team collaboration

Risk management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering or related field

Equivalent relevant experience

Tools

CMiC

Job description

JE Dunn Construction seeks a Project Director to provide overall direction and leadership for the assigned work program across all phases of the project lifecycle. This role focuses on operational excellence, financial management, team leadership, stakeholder relations, and comprehensive risk management to meet contractual and financial targets, aligned with JE Dunn’s strategy and values.

Responsibilities include directing the project lifecycle, driving safety culture, supporting corporate