Project Director - Asbestos

First Onsite - US•, CA

1d•$90,000 - $100,000

About The Position

The Project Director manages projects from estimating through closeout, overseeing schedules, budgets, scopes, priorities, and overall performance to ensure projects are completed on time, within agreed specifications, and to high quality standards. The role uses Xactimate and other professional estimating software, construction knowledge, and understanding of project costs to prepare accurate estimates, protect margins, and support profitability. The Project Director works with clients, adjusters, subcontractors, business development teams, and internal leaders to coordinate project delivery, present estimates and scopes of work, buy out jobs with qualified subcontractors, and support client relationships, marketing, business development, and collection activities. The role leads delivery teams, oversees safe and efficient work in accordance with First Onsite standards and applicable legislative requirements, monitors performance, and makes decisions balancing quality, schedule, customer expectations, and profitability. The position also conducts mitigation assessments, develops project plans, maintains project records in Salesforce, and responds to project needs 24/7.

Requirements

Leadership experience in construction or restoration.
Knowledge of construction documents and large loss projects.
At least 3 years of industry experience.
High school diploma.
At least 4 certifications.
Valid driver's license.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree.
Disaster restoration experience.

Responsibilities

Manage projects from start to finish, including crews, subcontractors, and schedules.
Prepare budgets, estimates, and scopes of work, and maintain profit margins.
Oversee daily jobsite operations, safety, and documentation.
Review and approve subcontractor proposals and change orders.
Collaborate with operations to keep projects on schedule and within budget.
Maintain client deliverables and project records in Salesforce.
Conduct mitigation assessments and develop project plans.
Respond to project needs 24/7.
Manage project schedules, budgets, scopes, priorities, and performance from estimating through closeout.
Buy out jobs with qualified subcontractors and communicate and present estimates and scopes of work.
Work with clients, adjusters, subcontractors, business development teams, and internal leaders to advance projects and maintain client relationships.
Support marketing and business development efforts and partner with those teams on collection activities.
Provide leadership and direction to delivery teams, ensuring work is performed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with company standards and applicable legislative requirements.
Monitor project performance and address challenges while balancing quality, schedule, customer expectations, and profitability.