1172 Senior Director, Project Management
About The Position
The Senior Director, Project Management – Environmental Remediation & Restoration (ERR) leads a regional team overseeing property damage repair and reconstruction projects. This role is responsible for driving project efficiency, quality, cost control, and regulatory compliance across a large multifamily portfolio. The Senior Director partners with cross-functional teams to mitigate future property damage, reduce water intrusion incidents, and support long-term asset preservation. Our client is building an "In-House" Project Management Team that is managing unplanned property damage, for example: water intrusion and mold incidents. It's construction management, high volume and fast paced. Their San Diego team will be managing about 300 incidents per/month and they need to have them finished within 30 days.
Requirements
- Ability to present complex operational and performance data to senior leadership
- Advanced proficiency in Salesforce, Coupa, and Google Workspace
- Experience managing high-volume project portfolios with a focus on risk mitigation and financial performance
- Strong knowledge of multifamily construction, environmental remediation standards, and restoration practices
- Experience with root cause analysis and data-driven risk mitigation strategies
- Ability to lead cross-functional initiatives in a matrixed environment
- 10–15 years of relevant experience in construction management, facilities, environmental services, or engineering
- 7+ years of experience leading teams, including managing managers and cross-functional partners
- Proficiency in reading as-built plans
- Ability to work on-site approximately 60% of the time
- Proficiency with Google Workspace, Salesforce, and capital project management systems (PPM preferred)
- Familiarity with Risk Management Information Systems (Riskonnect preferred)
- Valid California driver’s license and required insurance
- Flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
- Occasional travel
Nice To Haves
- MBA, professional engineering license, or architectural license preferred
- OSHA 10-hour certification or higher
- PMP or Construction Management certification
- IICRC certification
Responsibilities
- Lead and develop a team of Project Managers by setting clear expectations, providing ongoing training, and managing KPIs such as cost per incident and project timelines
- Maintain ownership of standard operating procedures, including oversight of project management tools, workflows, and defined roles and responsibilities
- Direct regional performance tracking and reporting for senior leadership; partner with Facilities, Capital Projects, and Community Management to perform root cause analysis and reduce recurring issues
- Collaborate with Risk Management and Legal teams to manage insurance claims and environmental incidents, ensuring compliance with all legal and policy requirements
- Ensure project quality and compliance through milestone tracking, site walks, and adherence to environmental regulations, safety standards, and company policies
- Oversee project financials including budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and adherence to accounting controls (purchase orders, invoicing, GL coding)
- Manage vendor and contractor performance, align resources across the portfolio, and onboard new partners based on regional demand
Benefits
- paid time off
- 401(k) with match
- health benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
