Project Director

Job Summary

Client & Business Development

• Serve as the primary client interface and single point of accountability on select projects.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships; proactively engage with existing and potential clients to generate new business.
• Led proposal development, project work plans, and scope definitions.
• Follow up with clients on outstanding payments and support financial accountability.

Project Leadership & Management

• Oversee project planning, execution, and delivery, including scope, budget, schedule, staffing, and risk management.
• Direct and coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams, ensuring alignment with corporate design standards.
• Supervise and mentor project managers, engineers, and junior staff.
• Lead quality control reviews and ensure compliance with all contractual requirements.
• Manage change orders, financial tracking, invoicing, and monthly reporting.
• Actively monitor project profitability and implement corrective measures when needed.

Technical Oversight

• Provide technical guidance across engineering disciplines and ensure integration of design and construction efforts.
• Review and approve project documentation, calculations, specifications, and drawings.
• Ensure effective use of BIM and digital collaboration platforms.
• Support the adoption of innovative technologies to improve project execution.

Lean Leadership & Continuous Improvement

• Champion Lean principles, including waste reduction, process flow optimization, and continuous improvement.
• Apply problem-solving tools such as A3, Fishbone diagrams, 5 Whys, PDCA, and 5S.
• Promote collaboration, daily huddles, Last Planner scheduling, and Target Value Design.
• Regularly engage in Gemba walks to observe workflows and identify improvement opportunities.
• Mentor staff in Lean thinking and support company-wide Lean initiatives.

Administrative & Organizational Support

• Conduct performance reviews, career development discussions, and staff coaching.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards, and quality management procedures.
• Contribute to corporate initiatives and cross-functional collaboration.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Work Environment

• Primarily office-based with occasional site visits, which may involve exposure to dust, noise, chemicals, and varying weather conditions.
• Must follow all company safety procedures and wear PPE in designated areas.

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to walk, stand, reach, and communicate effectively.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 10 lbs. regularly.

Knowledge / Skill / Ability / Education / Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Architecture (required).
• 10+ years of progressive experience in engineering design/project management.
• Strong knowledge of design codes, standards, and multidisciplinary coordination.
• Experience managing BIM-based projects (Revit proficiency strongly preferred).
• Familiarity with Lean Design & Construction and/or SCRUM methodology.
• Strong business acumen, financial management, and client-facing skills.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Project, Planner, Excel, Word, SharePoint), Power BI, Bluebeam, Revizto, Trimble WinEst, and Deltek Ajera ERP.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed.