Director, Ground Up Construction
About The Position
This regional executive leadership role serves as the primary point of contact in the Bay Area for a major capital real estate portfolio supporting a high-profile global technology client. The Director has regional responsibility for ground-up commercial developments, campus master buildouts, core-and-shell modifications, and major architectural tenant improvements, excluding specialized technical lab environments. The role manages a high-performing regional delivery team and oversees ground-up construction, Technical Due Diligence (TDD), and prime contractor governance to support strong operational execution.
Requirements
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Construction Management, Civil/Structural Engineering, Architecture, or a related field.
- 12–15+ years of progressive executive leadership in commercial general contracting, ground-up development, or prime contracting for major enterprise clients.
- Demonstrated experience directing major ground-up building developments and large-scale tenant improvements valued from $10M to $50M+.
- At least 7 years of experience directly managing and mentoring teams of Program Managers, Senior PMs, and Project Engineers.
- Experience leading Technical Due Diligence site evaluations, structural audits, zoning reviews, and municipal permitting processes.
- Deep familiarity with AIA contract structures, Guaranteed Maximum Price task orders, and contractor indemnity requirements.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship; this position does not provide visa sponsorship.
Nice To Haves
- Active Licensed General Contractor credential.
- Project Management Professional or Certified Construction Manager designation.
- Hands-on proficiency with enterprise capital management software such as e-Builder or Procore.
- Familiarity with Oracle Primavera P6 or AdaptiveWork project scheduling software.
- Basic knowledge of corporate financial management and reporting platforms such as TM1.
- Understanding of Subcontractor Default Insurance programs and mechanic's lien processes.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the single executive regional contact for client real estate leads, workplace strategists, land developers, and municipal officials.
- Direct major ground-up new building developments, core-and-shell additions, structural modifications, and high-finish interior fit-outs.
- Lead Technical Due Diligence site assessments covering structural integrity, utility capacities, municipal zoning, and environmental conditions.
- Lead, coach, and manage a team of 3–4 Program Managers and Associate Program Directors, including workload distribution and performance reviews.
- Partner with client stakeholders and pre-construction leads to establish preliminary order-of-magnitude estimates, target-value design baselines, and master schedules during pre-funding phases.
- Manage general contractor selection, competitive bid-leveling for packages over $50,000, and field construction execution.
- Enforce a Zero-Accident safety culture across active sites and ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and Environmental Health & Safety protocols.
Benefits
- 401(k) plan with matching company contributions.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision care.
- Paid parental leave at 100% of salary.
- Paid Time Off and Company Holidays.
- Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
