Director of Construction and Project Management

Suddath Companies • Jacksonville, FL

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About The Position

The Director of Construction and Project Management works hand in hand with the VP of Real Estate to manage the planning, design, construction, and delivery of a growing portfolio of industrial and commercial real estate development projects across multiple markets. The role manages projects from initial entitlement and design through construction completion and occupancy, coordinating consultants, contractors, municipalities, utility providers, tenants, and internal stakeholders to deliver projects safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with company standards.

The position oversees project planning and due diligence, design and entitlements, construction execution, budgets and cost forecasts, stakeholder coordination, and project closeout. It has supervisory responsibilities and involves less than 30% travel. The working environment is a cubicle, with a usually moderate noise level.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, Real Estate Development, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience managing commercial or industrial construction or development projects.
• Strong understanding of industrial site development, permitting, construction processes, and construction administration.
• Experience managing project budgets, schedules, vendors, and consultant teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel and Project; strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills; ability to lead projects and coordinate teams.
• Ability to negotiate contracts and manage budgets and cost control.
• Excellent attention to detail, sense of urgency, problem-solving and decision-making skills, and strong risk assessment and mitigation skills.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, and other documents; write routine reports; and speak effectively before groups.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts and apply basic algebra and geometry.
• Ability to solve practical problems, interpret varied instructions, and work with limited standardization.
• Ability to prioritize changing needs, multitask, organize workflow, and meet deadlines.
• Less than 30% travel required.
• This position has supervisory responsibilities.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with Procore, Bluebeam, Primavera P6, Smartsheet, or similar project management platforms.
• 7+ years of industrial real estate development experience.
• Experience with warehouse, distribution, manufacturing, logistics, or flex-industrial projects.
• PMP, CCM, LEED, or other relevant certifications.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate due diligence, including environmental studies, surveys, geotechnical investigations, and utility evaluations.
• Assist with project feasibility reviews and development planning.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, milestones, and critical path activities.
• Manage the General Contractor bidding process and review construction plans to ensure they satisfy project scope.
• Direct architects, engineers, and consultants through planning and design; review design documents for constructability, budget compliance, and project objectives.
• Coordinate utility and infrastructure requirements with applicable agencies.
• Manage general contractors and construction teams, conduct site visits and progress meetings, and monitor schedule, quality, safety, and budget performance.
• Review and process RFIs, submittals, change orders, and contractor payment requests; resolve project issues and implement corrective actions.
• Develop and maintain project budgets and cost forecasts, monitor expenditures and budget risks, review invoices, approve project expenses, and negotiate and evaluate change orders and contract modifications.
• Serve as the primary liaison among consultants, contractors, municipalities, tenants, utility providers, and ownership; provide project updates and facilitate communication among participants.
• Coordinate inspections, punch-list completion, and occupancy approvals; obtain permits, warranties, as-built drawings, and closeout documentation.
• Transition completed projects to property management and operations teams.
• Prioritize and reprioritize work, organize workflow, multitask, and meet deadlines.

Benefits

• Competitive wage and comprehensive benefits package.
• 401(k) plan with company matching.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid company holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement plan supporting employee education and development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior