Senior Director of Construction-General Construction

**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. **About the Position** 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 can be an in office role, or full remote located anywhere on the East Coast and would include travel throughout the US as needed.** This is an individual contributor role requiring both hands-on expertise and executive-level judgment. The ideal candidate brings a unique combination of technical construction knowledge, financial acumen, and organizational savvy to navigate a dynamic, fast-paced environment. 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. **Requirements** **Experience & Education** - 15+ years of progressive experience in construction, real estate development, or related fields - Bachelor’s degree in construction management, business, real estate, architecture, or similar discipline - 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 **Core Competencies** - Strategic leadership with a fiduciary mindset and strong decision-making capability - Contract negotiation and vendor management expertise across varied markets - Ability to anticipate challenges, resolve conflicts, and guide teams through complex projects - Strong communication skills with the ability to simplify complex issues for diverse audiences - High level of organizational awareness and ability to navigate multi-layered environments - **This can be an in office role, or full remote located anywhere on the East Coast and would include travel throughout the US as needed.** **Benefits** - Competitive compensation package commensurate with experience - 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