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At KCI Construction, we are not just building structures; we are building futures.

Are you ready to build your future with a company that values your skills, dedication, and growth? Join us at KCI Construction, where your skills and talents will help shape the future of our communities. Together, we can build something great!

About Us

KCI is one of the more diverse self-performing contractors in the Midwest, with the expertise and ability to successfully perform on a wide range of projects. Any one of us can be found working on a design-build multi-story building one day, then a wastewater plant the next, and highway infrastructure after that.

KCI began in 1922 and is now an employee-owned construction company with offices in St. Louis and Springfield, Missouri. We are a team of builders and problem-solvers, who believe in doing things the right way.

Why KCI Construction?

Competitive Benefits:
Enjoy competitive pay, health benefits, retirement plans, and bonuses that recognize your hard work and commitment.

Career Growth:
Whether you're just starting out or an experienced professional, we offer comprehensive training, internship, and opportunities for advancement.

Inclusive Culture:
We believe in the power of diversity and foster an environment where every voice is heard and valued.

Work-Life Balance:
We prioritize your well-being with generous paid time off.

Community Engagement:
Join a team that gives back! Participate in local initiatives and volunteer opportunities that make a difference.

Safety First:
Your safety is our top priority. We provide ongoing training and adhere to the highest safety standards.

Purpose

The Project Director shall provide leadership and managerial oversight to assigned

project management teams to ensure projects are being managed and constructed in a safe and

efficient manner to successful completion.

Leadership Attributes

Serve as a dynamic leader for the organization and purposefully model and support servant leadership principles. A collaborative leader with a drive to make a difference, a strong relationship builder, and a voice for business community and industry affiliations. A forward thinker, strategy and long-range planning is at the forefront of decisions, along with a fiscally responsible mindset. A change agent, support and active engagement with corporate improvement initiatives is inherent.

An introspective leader, with an authentic style, believes development of self and others is paramount for organizational success.

Accountable For

• Provide oversight to assigned project management teams to ensure projects are successfully

• As required, lead, and manage assigned projects to successful completion.
• Provide estimating support, as needed, to ensure team revenue goals are met.
• Mentor team to ensure the most cost-effective methods are being applied for constructability

• Review labor and equipment resources with Project Managers and General Superintendent to

• Provide monthly updates to Vice President-Transportation on all projects for team, including status of schedule, costs, and major project impacts.
• Attend and participate in subcontractor/owner meetings; provide input as needed to ensure

• Foster relationship with current clients and prospects to ensure expectations are being met;

• Provide advice, guidance, and direction to subordinates toward their professional development.
• Actively engage in the development of self and direct reports; assume overall responsibility for

• Oversee projects to ensure production and profit margin goals are being met.
• Assist in the resolution of construction claims, as needed.
• Meet regularly with project…