Sr. Director, Construction Administration & Procurement ($157,000.00 - $217,500.00)

Irvine Company Chicago; Newport Beach (CA); On-site; USD 157,000 - 218,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Paid time off

401(k) matching

Health benefits

Job summary

Irvine Company Community Development, a division of Irvine Company, seeks a Senior Director of Construction Administration and Procurement to lead strategic purchasing, bidding and contract lifecycles. This high-visibility role bridges field realities with enterprise systems and builds high-performing teams for long-term growth.

Responsibilities include managing procurement strategy, budgets, governance, and cross-functional collaboration with Marketing, Project Management, Engineering and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience required.
• Experience designing, implementing and managing bidding and contracting systems.
• Strong understanding of procurement processes and governance.

Responsibilities

• Direct contracting, bid management and contracting lifecycle oversight.
• Oversee Capital Improvement Programs and water district programs.
• Ensure compliance with risk, legal, financial governance and policies.
• Lead technology system compliance and improve platforms (SharePoint, Coupa, SAP, BIM360, Accutrac, RPA).
• Direct QA programs, audits, process improvements and training.
• Support budgeting, cost estimation and variance analysis.
• Drive supplier performance and KPI development.
• Lead strategic sourcing and value creation across divisions.
• Develop spend analytics and reporting for executive decisions.
• Guide cross-divisional procurement initiatives.

Skills

Google Workspace

Microsoft Excel

Strong communication

Bidding systems

Change management workflows

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

SharePoint

Coupa

SAP

BIM360

Accutrac

RPA bots

Job description

Position Highlights

Are you a strategic procurement leader and builder of robust purchasing frameworks with a proven track record of driving multi-million dollar land development and heavy civil construction projects? Do you have a combined expertise in California public contracting frameworks with hands-on experience deploying enterprise-grade bidding, contracting and construction technology?

Position Highlights

Are you a strategic procurement leader and builder of robust purchasing frameworks with a proven track record of driving multi-million dollar land development and heavy civil construction projects? Do you have a combined expertise in California public contracting frameworks with hands-on experience deploying enterprise-grade bidding, contracting and construction technology? Our Community Development division is seeking a Senior Director of Construction Administration and Procurement to spearhead our strategic purchasing, competitive bidding, and contract lifecycles. This high-visibility executive role is designed for a heavyweight operational leader energized by broad land development, bidding, contracting and construction activities, who can seamlessly bridge field realities with modern enterprise business systems and shape high-performing teams for impactful long-term growth.

Position Summary

This role is responsible for developing and executing strategic procurement plans for Community Development. Key responsibilities include managing bidding and contracting processes to support land development, mitigate enterprise risk, drive cost containment, enhance operational efficiency, ensure corporate compliance and governance, and deliver critical operational support. The Senior Director leads a team and collaborates closely with Senior Leadership across Marketing, Project Management, Engineering, and Construction to ensure alignment on procurement strategy, budgets, and execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct contracting, change order processing, and public/private construction bidding operations across Project Management, Engineering, and Construction.
• Oversee Capital Improvement Programs for Assessment Districts (AD/CFD) and the Irvine Ranch Water District (IRWD).
• Ensure divisional compliance with corporate risk management, insurance standards, legal/financial governance, and departmental policies.
• Oversee technology system compliance and continuous enhancement across key platforms (SharePoint, Coupa, SAP, BIM360, Accutrac, and RPA bots).
• Direct quality control/assurance programs, internal audits, process improvements, and departmental training.
• Support the Construction Cost Estimating program, including budget reconciliation and variance analysis.
• Optimize vendor and partner performance through structured onboarding, continuous evaluation, service assessments, and purchasing Key Performance Indicators.
• Lead procurement budgeting and financial oversight, including purchase order management, strategic sourcing, cost savings, and value creation.
• Develop reporting and spend analytics to monitor market trends, identify opportunities, and support executive decision-making.
• Drive strategic initiatives and cross-divisional procurement efforts to navigate changing landscapes and maximize enterprise purchasing power.

Additional Skills

• Proficiency in Google Workspace (Docs, Slides, Sheets) and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Expertise in designing, implementing, and managing new bidding and contracting systems and change management workflows.

Preferred Education

• Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent experience)

Preferred Years Of Relevant Work Experience

• 10+ years of procurement/sourcing experience desired; prior land development purchasing management experience preferred.
• Thorough understanding of administration and compliance with California public and private contracting laws as well as prevailing wage and public bidding laws and requirements.

Additional Requirements

• Valid California driver's license; Maintain continuous vehicle liability insurance as required by state law. (This role requires the regular and frequent operation of a vehicle, as defined in the Company's MVR policy, and is part of the essential duties of this position.)

Compensation

Minimum Qualifications / Other Expectations:

Base Pay Range: $157,000.00 - $217,500.00

Actual placement within this range may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience, time in role, base salary of internal peers, prior performance, business sector, and geographic location.

The Company also offers competitive benefits for full time employees including paid time off, matching 401(k), and health benefits.

About Us

Irvine Company Community Development (a division of Irvine Company) is the premier master planner of residential communities in the U.S.

Irvine Pacific builds exceptionally crafted homes located in the acclaimed Villages of Irvine - thoughtfully designed and carefully constructed down to the finest details.

The Villages of Irvine is the fastest-selling new-home community in the U.S., with beautiful homes, top schools and generous open space...all in America's safest big city.

We take as much pride in our employee community as we do the communities we create. It’s an environment populated with talented and experienced people, a collaborative spirit and abundant opportunities.

Irvine Company is committed to providing equal opportunity in all of our employment practices, including selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, compensation, termination, and training, without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital status, pregnancy, age, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by federal, state, and local law. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.