Senior Project Director

About the role

BMS CAT is a trusted leader in disaster restoration, supporting clients through every stage of the recovery process—from initial cleanup through full reconstruction. Founded in 1948, the company has built a reputation for quality, reliability, and service excellence. The Senior Project Director is a hands-on leader responsible for driving revenue growth, managing projects, leading teams, and ensuring operational quality across assigned service lines. This is not a desk-only role; the position requires someone who can sell work, estimate opportunities, write scopes, manage projects, and lead field and office teams through consistent exceptional execution.

Key responsibilities

• Develop, prepare, and execute a customer-focused growth and operational plan
• Sell restoration and reconstruction services across assigned service lines
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, adjusters, consultants, property managers, commercial clients, and referral partners
• Prospect new opportunities and set appointments
• Prepare estimates, scopes, budgets, and proposals for mitigation, restoration, and reconstruction projects
• Close point-of-sale opportunities when needed
• Oversee assigned or sold projects from initial opportunity through completion
• Manage day-to-day project execution, profitability, documentation, communication, and client satisfaction
• Lead, manage, and support project teams, field teams, estimators, and operational staff
• Create and implement scalable, consistent operational processes
• Train and support teams on operational standards, customer communication, documentation, and project execution
• Identify and maximize revenue opportunities through strong operational performance and collaboration with business development team
• Work closely with internal team members to capitalize on revenue-generating opportunities
• Communicate effectively in high-pressure and time-sensitive situations
• Assist with collection efforts as needed
• Maintain client information, sales activity, and project updates within CRM and company systems
• Support corporate reporting requirements
• Preserve memberships in relevant industry organizations as applicable
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in disaster restoration, reconstruction, construction management, commercial restoration, or a similar leadership role
• Proven ability to sell, estimate, write scopes, manage projects, and lead teams
• Understanding of mitigation, reconstruction, estimating, project management, and client relationship management
• Analytical skills with exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and accountability
• Solid business judgment and the ability to make decisions in fast-moving situations
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong presentation and relationship-building skills
• Ability to lead teams while also staying directly involved in sales, estimating, and project execution
• Collaborative mindset with a demonstrated record of proactive communication
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel and PowerPoint
• Experience with CRM systems, estimating platforms, and project management tools (preferred)
• Capacity to work independently and collaboratively in a high-pressure, on-call environment with changing priorities
• Willingness to work outside of normal business hours when needed

Compensation and benefits

• Competitive salary starting at $110k+ based on experience and location
• Commissions and revenue-based bonus potential
• Employer paid employee Life Insurance
• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Pet Insurance
• 401(k) Plan
• Disability Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off and more...