Director of Project Management

Director Of Project ManagementSince 1963, through the relentless commitment of our talented team members working together to achieve success, Fessler & Bowman, Inc. has grown to become an Engineering News Record Top 100 Specialty Contractor and Top 20 Concrete Contractor in the U.S.Our Culture & Philosophy:Fessler & Bowman is a fast-paced and culture-focused industry leader in specialty concrete and civil earthwork. When we talk about culture at F&B, it is not just a plaque hanging in our lobby. Our values are our driving force and have allowed us to build a phenomenal team delivering best in class products to our customers.Open & ConstructiveTake Pride in Our ProductRelentless CommitmentCare About Our CustomersTeam SuccessSummary:The Director of Project Management ensures every project is well planned, well managed, financially controlled, and executed with strong alignment between project management teams and field operations.This role owns regional project delivery performance by driving forecasting discipline, schedule integrity, margin protection, risk mitigation, and team capability development. The Director serves as the chief integrator between preconstruction, project execution, and field production to ensure operational excellence and predictable financial outcomes in the assigned Business Unit(s). In conjunction with the other Business Unit level directors, this role leads the successful execution of the developed business strategy through validated risk assessments, business development, and managerial and operational excellence.5 Key Roles of the Director of Project Management:Development & Mentorship of PM Team Builds bench strength through structured coaching and succession planningConducts project reviews and financial coaching sessionsEstablishes performance standards and accountability systemsDevelops next-level leadership capability within PM ranksProvides guidance to project management team leaders to ensure succession pipeline is maintained.Through consistent mentorship, provide clarity and transparency to the team regarding organizational opportunities.Project Planning & Preconstruction Alignment Ensures seamless transition from estimating to operationsValidates scope, budget, staffing, and schedule prior to mobilization as provided by project management team leadersAligns project teams and field leadership before execution beginsConfirms appropriate tracking mechanisms are in place and consistent with best practice prior to commencement.Develops and maintains project management staffing alignment based on current booked work and Business Unit Growth PlanServes as the Operations representative in the Go/No Go process at the BU LevelConfirms risk assessments, project back log and workloads of the operations team, and confirms mark-up ranges for new pursuits at the BU LevelSchedule Management & Regional Coordination Oversees master scheduling discipline across projectsEnsures inter-project coordination and resource optimizationIntervenes early when schedules drift or constraints ariseClient, Vendor & Stakeholder Management Maintains, builds and develops executive-level client relationshipsResolves escalated disputes and contractual mattersEnsures vendor alignment and performance expectationsServes as a primary executive point of contact for clients, vendors, and stake holders at the BU level, in collaboration with business development, estimating, and regional leadership.Financial Control, Forecasting & Risk Management Drives cost-to-complete accuracy and margin protectionOwns Work-in-Progress (WIP), backlog, and cash flow projectionsMitigates contract risk and identifies change order exposure earlyLeads corrective action on underperforming projectsEssential Duties and Responsibilities:Alignment with Field Operations Creates alignment between PMs and Field Operations leadershipEliminates silo behavior between office and field and scopesEnsures production plans reflect financial and schedule targetsCollaborates with the Director of Field Operations in the development of strategic regional planProcess & System Development Improves project controls, reporting systems, and governance standardsStandardizes forecasting discipline and documentation practicesProcore utilization complianceProject Execution & Quality Performance Ensures project teams meet safety, quality, and customer expectationsEnsures project reviews and post-project lessons learned are completed by project teamsProtects company reputation and repeat businessCascades Regional safety expectations to management teamsStrategic Oversight & Cross-Functional Coordination Coordinates Alignment of business development, estimating, operations, finance, HR, and safety functionsParticipates in regional planning and growth initiatives with a specific focus on the assigned Business Unit(s)Ensures PM organization supports long-term business strategyEducation, Experience & Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in construction management or related field preferred10+ years in the construction industry, specialty contractor experience preferredLeadership and management experience requiredStrong knowledge of construction drawings, contracts and scope of work requiredExperience with Procore preferredOSHA 30 preferredStrong written and oral communication skillsTravel:Travel may be required for visiting job sites as well as other office locations. The anticipated travel amount for this role is under 30%.Work Environment:As the Director of Project Management, you will be subject to various work environments. These environments include office and field settings. Employee must be comfortable with sitting for an extended period.Benefits:Fessler & Bowman is proud to provide eligible Team Members with the following benefits:Medical, dental and vision insurance401k with company contributionsPaid Holidays and Paid Time OffRecruitment Process:The recruitment process will include a phone screen, in-person meeting, and a pre-employment background check and drug test.Fessler & Bowman is an Equal Opportunity Employer