Director, Construction Project Management

Mount Vernon•Mount Vernon, VA

2d•$120,000 - $150,000

About The Position

The Director, Construction Project Management plans and manages construction, infrastructure, renovation, and preservation projects across Mount Vernon’s historic and modern properties. Working with Operations and Maintenance, Preservation, and other departments, the position oversees projects from initial planning through closeout, ensuring delivery within approved scope, schedule, and budget while protecting historic resources and supporting ongoing operations and the visitor experience. The role manages project planning, procurement, contracts, budgets, schedules, on-site work, documentation, and closeout. It also coordinates stakeholders and project teams, directs assigned support staff and contributors, and evaluates completed projects to improve future delivery. Work takes place in office settings and at active construction sites throughout the estate, including historic buildings and outdoor areas. The position requires on-site inspections and movement through construction areas and uneven terrain, while following site safety procedures and using required protective equipment. Essential functions may be performed with or without reasonable accommodation. Mount Vernon, the former home of George and Martha Washington, is owned and maintained by the Mount Vernon Ladies’ Association of the Union. The Association preserves, restores, and manages the estate while educating visitors and people around the world about George Washington’s life and legacies.

Requirements

Master’s degree in construction management.
At least 10 years of construction management experience, including 2–3 years managing medium to large, multimillion-dollar projects.
Demonstrated expertise in digital modeling, documentation protocols, and related best practices.
Knowledge of construction planning, methods, sequencing, contract administration, cost control, scheduling, quality assurance, and risk management.
Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, technical reports, and digital models; assess progress and identify discrepancies requiring resolution.
Ability to coordinate work affecting historic and modern resources while balancing preservation needs, operational requirements, and project objectives.
Proficiency in Autodesk AutoCAD, Autodesk Revit for project analysis, Navisworks Manage, Microsoft Project, and Microsoft Excel.
Working knowledge of ArcGIS, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Visio, and Adobe Photoshop and Bridge.
Ability to maintain accurate, organized, and accessible project files, digital assets, and documentation.
Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and demonstrated ability to deliver projects on time and within budget.
Ability to manage concurrent projects, prioritize competing demands, and exercise sound judgment in a complex, changing environment.
Clear written, verbal, and presentation skills, including explaining technical issues, communicating recommendations, and preparing accurate reports and correspondence.
Ability to lead meetings, facilitate decisions, negotiate effectively, and maintain productive relationships with colleagues, leaders, consultants, contractors, and service providers.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively, respond promptly, take initiative, and handle sensitive project information with discretion.
Ability to perform on-site inspections and move through construction areas and uneven terrain, adhering to site safety procedures and using required protective equipment.

Nice To Haves

Experience with historic preservation projects or historic resources is strongly preferred.
Construction management experience in public-facing settings such as hospitality, retail, healthcare, or education is preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop project scopes, budgets, schedules, team responsibilities, and communication plans, and coordinate stakeholders and project teams throughout the project life cycle.
Manage assigned new construction, renovations, building stabilization, infrastructure, life safety, and exhibition or storage improvement projects, including HVAC, electrical, security, fire protection, and drainage work.
Prepare, negotiate, and administer consultant agreements and construction contracts within delegated authority; coordinate procurement, review deliverables, and monitor contractor performance.
Develop and track project budgets, funding sources, expenditures, and changes; verify deliverables and report financial status, schedule progress, and decisions requiring approval.
Coordinate and monitor on-site work; inspect progress and quality for conformance with approved drawings, specifications, and applicable safety and regulatory requirements.
Coordinate project disruptions with affected departments to protect historic resources and maintain operations.
Identify and resolve project issues; maintain risk assessments, action lists, decision logs, and schedules, and promptly escalate significant concerns.
Coordinate project meetings, agendas, minutes, and correspondence; prepare and review drawings, proposals, procedures, progress reports, and presentations within the scope of the role.
Establish and maintain accurate project records and digital documentation standards, including 3-D models, point clouds, photographs, and metadata.
Coordinate digital documentation teams and manage digital assets from procurement through archiving.
Complete project closeout, archive records, and coordinate transfer of documentation and ongoing maintenance responsibilities to Operations and Maintenance or Preservation.
Direct assigned project support staff, interns, and other contributors; evaluate completed projects and incorporate lessons learned to improve project delivery.
Perform other related duties as assigned.