Strategic Project Director: Lead Teams, Risks & Clients

JE Dunn Construction; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

JE Dunn Construction in Nashville seeks a Project Director to provide leadership across all phases of the project lifecycle, balancing operational excellence, financial management and stakeholder relationships to meet contractual and financial targets.

The role requires extensive construction management and people leadership experience, ability to guide strategy, risk management, subcontractor strategy, and a commitment to safety and diversity in a dynamic, client-focused environment.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide direction and leadership for the project across all phases of the lifecycle.
• Lead safety culture and investigate incidents to drive corrective action.
• Support strategy development and policy implementation within the work program.
• Develop strategic direction and ensure alignment with company objectives.
• Manage client relationships and identify new business opportunities.
• Oversee risk assessments and escalate issues for visibility and mitigation.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Presentation skills

MS Office

CMiC

Lean process

Budget management

Estimating

Risk management

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management

Equivalent relevant experience considered

Tools

CMiC

Job description

JE Dunn Construction in Nashville seeks a Project Director to provide leadership across all phases of the project lifecycle, balancing operational excellence, financial management and stakeholder relationships to meet contractual and financial targets.

The role requires extensive construction management and people leadership experience, ability to guide strategy, risk management, subcontractor strategy, and a commitment to safety and diversity in a dynamic, client-focused environment.