Senior Traveling Project Director — Lead & Deliver

JE Dunn Construction; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

JE Dunn Construction is seeking a Project Director to provide overall direction and leadership for the assigned work program across all phases of the project lifecycle. The role emphasizes operational excellence, financial management, team leadership, and stakeholder relationship management to meet contractual and financial targets.

Key responsibilities include driving strategy, safety leadership, corporate leadership, and subcontractor management, with a focus on client relationships and risk

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering or related field.
• Equivalent relevant experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Provides direction and leadership for the assigned project or work program across all phases of the project lifecycle.
• Safety Leadership: Leads all aspects of the company’s safety culture and creates awareness by demonstrating commitment to an injury-free environment.
• Corporate Leadership: Assists senior management with strategy development; develops and supports company-wide initiatives and policies.
• Strategy Development and Implementation: Provides strategic direction to team members in light of broader work program strategic plans.
• Client Relationship Management: Serves as the primary client relationship executive at a leadership level and builds long-term relationships.

Education

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

Equivalent relevant experience considered

Tools

CMiC

Job description

JE Dunn Construction is seeking a Project Director to provide overall direction and leadership for the assigned work program across all phases of the project lifecycle. The role emphasizes operational excellence, financial management, team leadership, and stakeholder relationship management to meet contractual and financial targets.

Key responsibilities include driving strategy, safety leadership, corporate leadership, and subcontractor management, with a focus on client relationships and risk