Director - Construction Management - Building Systems​/Energy Management

Location Aurora

Type Direct Hire

Salary Range: $140,600 – $211,300 + Comprehensive Benefits

A leading organization in the energy efficiency, sustainable infrastructure, and building systems industry is seeking an experienced Director of Project Delivery to lead construction and project management operations across a substantial portfolio of performance contracting, energy infrastructure, and mechanical retrofit projects.

This is a senior leadership position responsible for overseeing project execution, developing high-performing teams, managing financial performance, and ensuring successful delivery of complex infrastructure projects.

The ideal candidate brings a strong background in Energy Savings Performance Contracts (ESPC), large-scale construction management, design-build delivery, mechanical/HVAC retrofits, or energy infrastructure projects
, along with demonstrated success managing significant project portfolios and multidisciplinary teams.

This position offers the opportunity to play a key role in the continued growth of an established organization while overseeing projects that improve building performance, reduce energy consumption, and modernize critical infrastructure.

Provide strategic and operational leadership for construction and project management teams responsible for delivering large-scale sustainable infrastructure and performance contracting projects.

Oversee the successful execution of a project portfolio exceeding $100 million, ensuring projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with contractual requirements.

Manage project delivery across multiple contract structures, including performance contracting, design-build, mechanical retrofits, energy conservation, and renewable energy initiatives.

Establish project execution standards, resource plans, staffing requirements, and operational objectives to maximize efficiency and profitability.

Oversee project planning, scheduling, subcontractor coordination, risk management, quality assurance, and contract administration.

Provide leadership throughout the project lifecycle, from early development and preconstruction through execution, closeout, and post-project evaluation.

Identify opportunities for process improvement, operational efficiencies, and enhanced project delivery performance.

Maintain overall accountability for the financial performance and profitability of the assigned project portfolio.

Manage revenue forecasting, project budgets, gross margins, cash flow, billing, and financial reporting.

Monitor project performance against established financial and operational objectives, proactively addressing potential risks or margin erosion.

Partner with executive leadership in developing annual operating plans, financial targets, and growth strategies.

Participate in monthly project portfolio and backlog reviews, providing accurate forecasts of revenue, costs, and gross margin.

Evaluate complex contract structures, project risks, and financial considerations during project development and execution.

Drive improvements in speed to revenue, project profitability, cash flow, and overall operational performance.

Lead, mentor, and develop a multidisciplinary organization of project managers, construction professionals, and supporting operations personnel.

Establish staffing and resource allocation strategies based on project backlog, anticipated growth, and operational requirements.

Recruit, retain, and develop high-performing employees while creating clear expectations for accountability, professional growth, and career advancement.

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