Higher Education Construction Project Director

Want to learn more about this role and Jobot? Click our Jobot logo and follow our LinkedIn page! Job details: This Jobot Job is hosted by: Jeremy Lee. Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Easy Apply" button and sending us your resume. Salary: $200,000 - $250,000 per year. A bit about us We have been a premier general contractor in the Bay Area for over 100 years, and have evolved while maintaining a strong emphasis on quality, client trust, and building lasting community relationships. Employee ownership and a culture of mentorship empower project teams to deliver outstanding results while supporting workforce diversity and development initiatives. Our extensive portfolio spans civic, educational, healthcare, and commercial buildings throughout the San Francisco Bay Area, reflecting a deep commitment to shaping environments that serve people and communities. Why join us Competitive pay ($200k-$250k DOE) 25% to 30% Bonus 100% of employee premiums for medical, dental, and vision 3 weeks of paid time off/holidays 401(k) with 5% company match plus an additional 5% discretionary match Job Details In this senior, growth-oriented role, you will be responsible for driving the company’s strategic entry and expansion into the public higher education. By leveraging your extensive experience and established relationships with colleges and universities, you will cultivate and close business opportunities while providing delivery oversight to ensure successful project execution. Responsibilities Market Entry & Business Development: Develop and execute targeted strategies to grow the company's presence in the public higher education sector, leveraging existing relationships for qualified opportunities. Client Relationship Management: Serve as the primary point of contact for higher education clients, fostering long-term partnerships and understanding institutional priorities. Project Oversight & Execution Support: Provide executive-level oversight from preconstruction through completion, ensuring projects adhere to public-sector requirements and best practices. Internal Leadership & Market Development: Act as the subject-matter expert for higher education construction, guiding strategic planning and representing the company in industry organizations. Team Development: Mentor and develop internal project management staff to enhance the firm’s capabilities in delivering complex higher education projects. Qualifications 10+ years of construction project management experience, preferably in public higher education or similar public‑sector markets. Demonstrated success in delivering projects such as academic buildings, student housing, and campus infrastructure. Proven track record of business development success in public or institutional environments, with established relationships in the sector. Strong understanding of public procurement and compliance requirements. Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship‑building skills, with a desire for broader leadership growth. Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Easy Apply" button. Want to learn more about this role and Jobot? Click our Jobot logo and follow our LinkedIn page! #J-18808-Ljbffr Jobot