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Director - Construction

Oak Brook, IL 💼 Full-time🗓 2026-09-01 → 2026-09-26

Core

Lead regional construction engagements for industrial facilities, guiding projects from conception to closeout while managing budget, schedule, and quality.

Role type

Senior Director, Construction Management (Design-Build/EPC)

Builds

Industrial facilities including food & beverage processing, life science manufacturing, data centers, and distribution centers

Domain

Industrial Construction, AEC (Architecture, Engineering, Construction)

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work

Required skills

Construction project management, Design-Build/EPC execution, risk assessment, contract negotiation, team leadership, budget oversight, schedule sequencing, safety program implementation, industrial facility expertise, P&ID reading, project management software proficiency

Preferred skills

Food & beverage or life science sector experience, construction management certification, contractor qualifier licensure, engineering degree

Technologies

Procore, Bluebeam, MS Project, Timberline, AutoCAD, Revit

Responsibilities

Guide projects from conception to closeout ensuring alignment with client objectives; Lead risk assessment, contract negotiations, and fee/pricing decisions; Serve as primary client liaison for market leaders; Oversee budget and financial aspects throughout the project lifecycle; Take charge of Construction & Design/Build initiatives including estimating and proposal crafting; Mentor, develop, and train team members to achieve professional milestones

Seniority

Director, strategic leadership with hands-on execution

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