Production Manager

Director of Construction

Location: Santa Fe NM
Compensation: $140000-$160000 depending on experience
Bonus: Annual/project-based bonus
Benefits: Health insurance contribution 4% 401(k) match 3 weeks PTO cell phone vehicle allowance or company vehicle gas card

About the Opportunity

We are working with a well-established second-generation custom design-build firm in Santa Fe that has been building high-end homes and large-scale remodels for nearly 50 years.

Their projects are truly custom typically ranging from $3M to $10M with around 69 active projects at a time. Theyre looking for a Director of Construction who can help oversee the bigger picture across their field operations while also bringing more structure systems and efficiency to the construction side of the business.

This is a leadership-level opportunity for someone who understands what happens in the field but is also strong with processes documentation technology and communication.

What Youll Do

• Oversee construction progress across multiple high-end residential projects
• Lead and support Superintendents and field teams
• Help manage schedules subcontractors project priorities and potential delays
• Serve as a bridge between the field and office teams
• Work closely with ownership clients architects designers subcontractors and vendors
• Develop and improve construction processes SOPs documentation and reporting
• Look for ways to improve efficiency through technology including AI
• Participate in project and client meetings
• Help ensure projects stay organized on schedule and up to the companys standards
• Be an active part of the leadership team

What Theyre Looking For

• 10 years of construction or construction management experience
• Strong background in custom residential construction and/or large-scale remodels
• Experience leading or overseeing field personnel
• Strong understanding of scheduling subcontractors plans quality and project execution
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities at once
• Comfortable communicating with high-end clients architects designers and trades
• Strong organizational and documentation skills
• Comfortable with technology Excel and construction software such as Buildertrend
• Collaborative approachable leadership style with a team-first mindset

Santa Fe experience is helpful but not required. Relocation candidates will be considered and relocation assistance may be available.