Project Director

Key Responsibilities

• Provide executive leadership and overall direction for the planning, execution, and successful delivery of a multi-billion-dollar underground infrastructure project.
• Oversee all aspects of project development, including procurement, design management, risk management, budgeting, and scheduling, and construction.
• Manage a multidisciplinary project team of engineers, contractors, consultants, and support staff.
• Interface with senior leadership, government agencies, regulatory bodies, and community stakeholders to ensure alignment and support.
• Lead the development and implementation of project governance, compliance, and reporting structures.
• Ensure adherence to safety, quality, and environmental standards across all phases of the project.
• Proactively identify and mitigate risks, and resolve issues that could impact project scope, schedule, or budget.
• Drive a culture of excellence, accountability, and collaboration across all project participants.

Required Qualifications

• 15+ years of progressive experience in project management and delivery of large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Proven track record as a Project Director or senior leadership role for a prime contractor on at least one underground project valued at $1B+.
• Deep understanding of tunneling, geotechnical engineering, and large-scale civil works (e.g., transit, wastewater, utility, or hydropower).
• Strong background in contract management (e.g., EPC, Design-Build, CMGC, PPP).
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.

Preferred Attributes

• Experience working with private developers.
• Familiarity with federal, state, and local permitting and compliance processes.
• Demonstrated success managing joint ventures or complex organizational structures.

About the Role

Traylor Bros., Inc. is one of the most respected and sought-after tunneling firms in a very specialized industry. We are one of the few companies that possess the ability to complete the most technically demanding underground projects, whether soft ground or hard rock. Our track record of more than 110 projects and 90-plus miles of bored tunnels speaks for itself.