Project Director

DCPS•Englewood, CO

9h•$115,000 - $135,000•Onsite

About The Position

Founded in 2011, DCPS is a commercial property services contractor providing services to over 1,100 clients. DCPS leverages unparalleled customer service to be the leading, one-stop provider of commercial property services in Colorado. With multiple offices, more than 300 employees, and 7 divisions Asphalt and Concrete, Waterproofing and Specialty Coatings, Roofing, Snow Removal and Parking Lot Sweeping, Landscaping, and Construction, DCPS provides specialized, integrated service-solutions to commercial property owners and managers . Essential Functions This role is located in AVON, Colorado The Project Director is pivotal in enhancing sales objectives by delivering technical estimates and overseeing project operations on a upper leadership level to achieve profitability targets. This role leads the collaborative construction services process, ensuring that projects align with DCPSs objectives and standards. The Project Director leverages expertise in construction methodologies to drive business opportunities while upholding DCPS's mission. This leader will manage and influence both internal and external resources, often working independently to achieve project goals.

Requirements

Over 7 years of experience in general contracting and construction, specializing in insurance restoration, reconstruction, and capital improvement projects for multi-family, HOA, and commercial clients.
More than 7 years of expertise in estimation (job costing) and client-facing project management roles, with a strong focus on estimation.
Proven success in managing complex construction projects from initiation to completion, including customer engagement, resource management, timelines, budgets, and stakeholder coordination.
Experience with project sizes ranging from $250K to $10M.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with external vendors, clients, partners, and subcontractors.
Strong communicator and relationship builder, with expertise in customer interaction, relationship management, and oversight of third-party resources.
Experienced in maintaining project oversight systems, implementing controls, safeguarding assets, and documenting processes.
Proficient in various systems and technologies, including ADP, ERP, and Microsoft Office applications.

Nice To Haves

A four-year degree in construction, project management, or a related field is strongly preferred.
Experience in dynamic, growth-oriented, private, or closely held companies is advantageous.

Responsibilities

Produce technical proposals on opportunities provided from the company and from your own book of business, while meeting sales and profitability targets.
Perform weekly onsite inspections on projects awarded.
Perform onsite walks with or without clients to determine an appropriate scope.
Produce and deliver RFI's to stakeholders as needed for projects estimating.
Create and distribute above industry standard proposals to clients that are accurate and prompt in delivery.
Prepare and lead the handoff effort of deliverables to the Operations team for successful project completion.
Acquire hard bid estimates from vendor partners in accordance with the scope of work necessary with each project.
Work hand in hand with the Project Manager in selection of vendor partners.
Lead all client facing efforts for opportunities and awarded projects.
Perform weekly check-ins with the project manager and ensure all standard operating procedures are being met.
Attend Owner/Architect/Contractor (OAC) meetings, work with the Project Manager to manage client expectations and communicate project status.
In step with the Project Manager, develop and distribute Pay Applications in accordance with contractual terms and monitor account receivables.
Lead the preconstruction meeting with all Stakeholders and Internal Operations team.
Maintain presence and engagement from inception through completion of the project life cycle.
Create and organize internal project folder including all necessary documentation for a successful project. Scope of Work Contracts Estimating Documents Pre Construction Photos Budgets
Maintain project leadership throughout the entire life cycle and ensuring all expectations and contract requirements are met.
Monitor and manage financial projections and budgets in accordance with the Project Manager.
Attend all project reviews and walks, including demo, rough-in, pre-paint, punch, and final walkthroughs.
Handle contract changes and negotiate change orders with owners, architects, and clients; update budgets upon signed approvals.
Contribute positively to corporate culture, modeling professionalism and adherence to company expectations.
Perform other duties as assigned.