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About the Role

The Senior Director of Construction is a highly visible leadership role responsible for overseeing all phases of residential renovation and new construction across a geographically diverse portfolio. This individual will serve as a trusted partner to executive leadership, providing strategic direction while remaining deeply engaged in the field and day-to-day execution. This is an individual contributor role requiring both hands-on expertise and executive-level judgment. The Senior Director will lead project planning, contractor management, and cross-functional collaboration while ensuring that all work aligns with the organization’s vision, operational goals, and long-term asset strategy.

Responsibilities

Overseeing all phases of residential renovation and new construction across a geographically diverse portfolio
Serving as a trusted partner to executive leadership
Providing strategic direction
Leading project planning
Managing contractors
Facilitating cross-functional collaboration
Ensuring work aligns with the organization’s vision, operational goals, and long-term asset strategy
Contract negotiation
Vendor management across varied markets
Anticipating challenges
Resolving conflicts
Guiding teams through complex projects

Requirements

15+ years of progressive experience in construction, real estate development, or related fields
Extensive hands-on field experience with deep knowledge of construction means and methods
Proven experience managing high-end residential projects (renovations and new builds)
Demonstrated success overseeing multiple projects and coordinating cross-functional stakeholders
Experience managing property portfolios with an understanding of long-term operational impacts
Strong financial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, and contract management
Proficiency with tools such as Procore, Bluebeam, Matterport, or similar platforms
Strategic leadership with a fiduciary mindset and strong decision-making capability
Ability to simplify complex issues for diverse audiences
High level of organizational awareness and ability to navigate multi-layered environments

Skills

Construction means and methods
High-end residential project management
Cross-functional stakeholder coordination
Property portfolio management
Financial acumen
Budgeting
Forecasting
Contract management
Procore
Bluebeam
Matterport
Strategic leadership
Fiduciary mindset
Decision-making
Contract negotiation
Vendor management
Conflict resolution
Communication skills

Location

East Coast (remote)
On-site

Work Type

Full remote
On-site

Experience Level

Senior Director
15+ years

Education Level

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, business, real estate, architecture, or similar discipline

Salary/Compensations

Competitive compensation package commensurate with experience

Benefits

Opportunity to work directly with executive leadership on high-impact projects
Exposure to a diverse, high-end residential portfolio across the U.S.
Collaborative, values-driven organizational culture
Long-term career growth aligned with organizational expansion

About the Company

Our client is a privately held organization managing a diverse portfolio of high-end residential properties across the United States.
With a long-term ownership mindset, the organization is deeply committed to excellence in design, construction, and property stewardship.
The team operates with a strong sense of integrity, discretion, and alignment to a clearly defined vision, prioritizing quality, sustainability, and enduring value across all assets.