Project Director – Civil

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. is America’s premier, 100% employee-owned commercial construction company. With offices nationwide, we specialize in a wide range of project types that are as diverse and wide-ranging as the communities in which we build. Our innovative teams collaborate with clients and industry partners throughout the project life cycle, starting in the earliest stages of design, throughout construction and beyond project completion.
McCarthy’s reputation for tackling the toughest building challenges starts with our focus on developing high-performing individuals and teams. We do this through our award-winning training programs, a best-in-class Total Rewards benefits program, and a focus on equipping diverse teams of employee owners through a connected and inclusive culture aligned with our values of: Genuine. We, Not I. All In.

How do McCarthy partners define our culture?
We Live Our Core Values. We do whatever it takes to deliver on our promises with honesty and integrity.
We are Employee Owned. We are personally invested in building the things people need in our communities.
We Feel Like a Family. We value genuine connections and help each other succeed in an inclusive environment.
We are Builders. We respect the work we do and everyone who helps make it happen safely.

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. is looking for a Project Director to join the Civil Business Unit. The Project Director is the primary project lead from pursuit through closeout. This position usually oversees 2-5 projects simultaneously across the region or business unit. Ultimately, the Project Director is responsible for the overall direction, management and financial outcome of their projects.

Key Responsibilities 

• Manage job-site staff members remotely, ensuring proper oversight and development of multiple levels of staff
• Serve as a liaison between office and field, coordinating staffing and movement of field personnel
• Review/approve project team on-site setup
• Monitor receipt of subcontractor bonds and periodically review status of subcontractor management, change order processing and shop drawings
• Maintain a thorough understanding of the McCarthy/Owner contract and oversee the entire field operation to achieve contract compliance
• Assist project staff in development of construction schedule and monitor schedule performance, looking for ways to improve/expedite
• Become thoroughly knowledgeable of projected costs, contingent liabilities and contingent savings/increased profits
• Establish/maintain good relationships with owner, design team and subcontractors
• Oversee quality management program to achieve contract compliance and a quality project
• Champion job site safety effort, motivating the on-site team in the implementation of McCarthy safety guidelines
• Recommend self-improvement programs that may assist employees in their professional/personal development
• Maximize McCarthy’s visibility in surrounding community
• Identify potential clients and take necessary action to achieve additional sales
• Assist the Marketing Department in the preparation of presentations and interviews and participate in interviews
• Implement all applicable EEO/Affirmative Action programs

Skills & Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Engineering required
• In-depth knowledge of intricate civil construction principles/practices required
• Direct experience leading multiple Civil and/or Renewable construction projects of $50M+
• 15+ years progressive experience in construction management for a large-scale general contractor
• Self-perform experience preferred
• Experience leading multiple successful project teams, including development of direct reports and maintaining relationships with external entities
• Experienced dealing with subcontracts and subcontractors
• Excellent organizational, team management, problem-solving and motivational skills