Director of Construction

Director of Construction

Industry: Custom home/Remodeling Construction

Salary: $160,000-$180,000

Company: Monsen Collins Builders

Location: Saratoga, CA

Have you mastered the art and science of high-end residential construction?

Are strong relationships and team leadership at the core of how you deliver successful projects?

These aren't just nice-to-haves—they're how we work.

If you build with care, lead with clarity, and never walk away from a challenge, we'd love to meet you!

About Us

Based in Saratoga, CA, Monsen Collins Builders is a residential general contractor with over 145 years of combined experience building custom homes with care and intention. We believe the best results come from thoughtful planning, clear communication, and a deep respect for the building process. Our team is hands-on, collaborative, and genuinely passionate about creating homes that are as well built as they are well loved.

The mission? Our clients' vision is our passion.

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Summary of Responsibilities

We're seeking a Director of Construction to lead our production team and oversee the successful delivery of multiple custom home projects. You'll support Project Managers and field teams while driving performance across schedules, budgets, quality, and client satisfaction, all while fostering strong relationships with clients, trade partners, and team members. If you're passionate about operational excellence, team development, continuous improvement, and delivering an exceptional client experience, we'd love to meet you.

Essential Functions

• Oversee the successful delivery of multiple residential construction projects.
• Lead and support Project Managers, Superintendents, and field teams.
• Ensure projects meet schedule, budget, quality, and safety standards.
• Monitor production performance and resolve issues proactively.
• Coordinate with estimating, design, accounting, and operations teams.
• Review budgets, schedules, and project metrics to drive profitability.
• Maintain strong relationships with subcontractors, vendors, and trade partners.
• Implement and improve production processes and best practices.
• Train, coach, and develop production staff.
• Support company goals through strategic planning and continuous improvement.
• Other duties as assigned

Education, Experience, and Skills Required

• 10+ years of experience in Custom home & Remodeling Construction (strictly required)
• Technologically Savvy (Co-construct/Builder Trend/Job tread/Procore etc.)
• Bachelors degree (preferred)

Compensation

• $160,000-$180,000 + bonus opportunities
• Health insurance
• Dental and Vision insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Continuing Education and development
• Paid Holidays
• PTO

Personal characteristics needed to be successful in this role

• Positive Energy
• Grace Under Pressure
• 'Whatever it takes' Attitude
• Emotional Intelligence

How to Apply

• Please apply by submitting your most recent resume.

We have a formal recruiting process and have a relationship with Zephyr Connects LLC, whom we use for the screening and hiring process. If you are selected for the next step you will get instructions from Caitlyn Ball within 3 days of your submission. Everyone will be contacted.

Monsen Collins Builders provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Monsen Collins Builders complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. 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.

Alternative titles: Construction manager, Residential remodeling director, remodeler, operations, senior project manager