Director - Construction

Design Group

Oakbrook, IL, United States
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Client relations and business development
Budget and financial oversight
Construction and design-build initiatives
** Design Group is seeking a Director of Construction to lead and manage industrial construction projects, ensuring client satisfaction and adherence to quality and safety standards. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of experience in construction roles, with a strong focus on team leadership and project management within the food, beverage, and life sciences sectors. **

Job Summary

  • As Director - Construction, you'll be at the forefront of regional construction engagements, steering your team from initial client meetings to final closeouts for clients within the Food, Beverage, Life Science, Home and Personal Care Markets.
  • You will join our Architecture + Engineering + Construction (AEC) Business and partner with seasoned leaders, technical specialists, and subject matter experts to deliver the highest quality solutions to our clients with consistency and accuracy.
  • Our culture and commitment to our people is what sets us apart, fostering an environment of mutual respect, integrity, and unconditional interest in the individual and collective success of our professionals.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** Design Group is seeking a Director of Construction to lead and manage industrial construction projects, ensuring client satisfaction and adherence to quality and safety standards. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of experience in construction roles, with a strong focus on team leadership and project management within the food, beverage, and life sciences sectors. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Client relations and business development
  • Budget and financial oversight
  • Construction and design-build initiatives
  • Team leadership and development
  • Construction activities oversight
  • Quality and compliance assurance
  • Safety program implementation

Nice-to-have

  • People-centric leadership
  • Entrepreneurial mindset
  • Professional development resources
  • Mentorship and career path support

Key Requirements

  • 15+ years in diverse construction roles
  • 8+ years in construction management
  • Proven ability to lead complex industrial construction projects
  • Experience with industrial structures in Food, Beverage, Consumer Goods, or Life Science sectors
  • Proven track record of managing industrial projects valued between $50K and $50M
  • Familiarity with process systems and proficiency in reading P&IDs
  • Experience implementing comprehensive safety programs
  • Adept and quick to learn project management software
  • OSHA 10- or 30-hour certification
  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or related technical field (preferred)
  • Contractor Qualifier License(s) or willingness to obtain

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