Project Director - Restoration/Construction Estimator

Job Description

Job Description

A Day in the Life of a Project DirectorAs a Project Director at First Onsite, you play a pivotal role in bringing restoration projects to life-from initial scope to successful completion. Using industry-leading tools like Xactimate, you'll develop accurate scopes of work, detailed estimates, and preliminary budgets that create the foundation for project success. Partnering closely with Operations, you'll analyze field measurements, plans, photos, and material requirements, combining technical expertise with a strong understanding of construction and restoration costs to drive exceptional outcomes.This role is ideal for a relationship-builder with a proactive, service-first mindset. You'll collaborate with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams to keep projects moving efficiently, resolve challenges before they become roadblocks, and ensure financial performance stays on track. Through clear communication, sharp attention to detail, and a solutions-focused approach, you'll help deliver high-quality results while making a lasting impact for our customers when they need it most.Responsibilities:Manage projects from start to finish, including crews, subcontractors, and schedulesPrepare budgets, estimates, and scope of work; maintain profit marginsOversee daily jobsite operations, safety, and documentationReview and approve subcontractor proposals and change ordersCollaborate with operations to ensure projects stay on schedule and budgetMaintain client deliverables and project records in SalesforceConduct mitigation assessments and develop project plansRespond to project needs 24/7Experience & Education:Leadership experience in construction/restorationKnowledge of construction documents and large loss projects3+ years industry experienceHigh school diploma required; bachelor's degree, preferred4+ certificationsDisaster restoration experience, preferredValid driver's licenseFirst Onsite provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.First Onsite (and its Companies) participates in E-Verify. We will provide the U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employer's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.Third party resume submissions are not accepted. Any resume submitted will be considered the property of THE COMPANY, and THE COMPANY will not be held liable to pay a placement fee.

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