Director of Construction and Project Management

The Suddath Companies•Jacksonville, FL

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 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. Projects are expected to be delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with company standards. The position covers project planning and feasibility, due diligence, design and entitlements, bidding, construction oversight, financial management, stakeholder coordination, and project closeout. The Director manages general contractors and construction teams, monitors schedules, quality, safety, and costs, and coordinates inspections, occupancy approvals, and transfer of completed projects to property management and operations teams. The position has supervisory responsibilities and requires less than 30% travel. The work environment is a cubicle setting with a usually moderate noise level. The role involves regular sitting and computer use, site visits, and occasional lifting or moving of up to 10 pounds. The employee is regularly required to use hands and communicate verbally, and occasionally to reach with hands and arms.

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 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.
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 and interpret written, oral, diagram, or schedule instructions.
Ability to prioritize changing needs, multitask, organize workflow, meet deadlines, and prioritize work.
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
Less than 30% travel required.
Ability to occasionally lift or move up to 10 pounds.
Specific vision abilities include close vision and ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

7+ years of industrial real estate development experience.
Experience with warehouse, distribution, manufacturing, logistics, or flex-industrial projects.
Familiarity with Procore, Bluebeam, Primavera P6, Smartsheet, or similar project management platforms.
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 bidding process with General Contractors.
Review construction plans to ensure project scope is satisfied.
Direct architects, engineers, and consultants through planning and design.
Review design documents for constructability, budget compliance, and alignment with project objectives.
Coordinate utility and infrastructure requirements with applicable agencies.
Manage general contractors and construction teams during project execution.
Conduct regular site visits and progress meetings.
Monitor project schedules, quality, safety, and budget performance.
Review and process RFIs, submittals, change orders, and contractor payment requests.
Resolve project issues and implement corrective actions as necessary.
Develop and maintain project budgets and cost forecasts.
Monitor expenditures and identify potential budget risks.
Review invoices and approve project-related expenses.
Negotiate and evaluate change orders and contract modifications.
Serve as the primary liaison with consultants, contractors, municipalities, tenants, utility providers, and ownership.
Provide updates on project progress, risks, budget status, and milestones.
Facilitate communication among project participants to ensure alignment.
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.
Lead projects and coordinate teams.
Prioritize and reprioritize work, organize workflow, and manage multiple responsibilities and deadlines.