Traveling Project Director – Aviation

J.E. Dunn Construction Company; Austin (TX); Remote; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

JE Dunn Construction Company seeks a Project Director to lead our National Aviation Vertical across all project phases, driving strategy, financials, risk management and client relations to deliver on-time, on-budget outcomes with exceptional quality.

The role involves travel across the United States, guiding multi-disciplinary teams, assuring safety, and partnering with executive leadership to grow the aviation program within JE Dunn’s culture of excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering or related field.
• 15+ years construction management experience with aviation projects preferred.
• 5+ years of people management experience.

Responsibilities

• Provides direction and leadership for the assigned project across all lifecycle phases.
• Leads safety culture and ensures injury-free operations.
• Supports strategy development and company-wide initiatives.
• Develops strategic plans and manages client relationships.
• Oversees project review and manages schedules and budgets.
• Manages subcontractor relationships and risk mitigation.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Strategic planning

Client relationship

Risk management

Safety leadership

Communication

CMiC

Lean

MS Office

Education

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

Tools

CMiC

Job description

JE Dunn Construction Company seeks a Project Director to lead our National Aviation Vertical across all project phases, driving strategy, financials, risk management and client relations to deliver on-time, on-budget outcomes with exceptional quality.

The role involves travel across the United States, guiding multi-disciplinary teams, assuring safety, and partnering with executive leadership to grow the aviation program within JE Dunn’s culture of excellence.