About this opportunity
Unibail-Rodamco Germany GmbH lists this Director of Construction opportunity in irvine, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Director of Construction - East Coast
Responsibilities:
Lead and manage all aspects of a construction project from entitlements through construction, including third‑party contractor and A&E consultant contracts.
Oversee entitlements, design, budgeting, estimating, scheduling, and sequencing of work.
Lead the A&E RFP process, create fee‑comparison spreadsheets, award A&E contracts, and manage due diligence for project documentation.
Ensure contract risk mitigation, validate subcontracts, purchase orders, and change orders, and manage the change‑order process.
Act as liaison between Internal Design Studio, A&E consultants, Development, Construction, Operations, and other stakeholders.
Maintain a Master Project Schedule, track documentation progress against deliverables, and manage budget and financial reporting.
Drive enforcement of safety protocols, oversee field operation and engineering processes, and lead risk evaluation and contract negotiations.
Manage the closeout process with contractors and A&E consultants, and participate in project‑control meetings.
Qualifications:
10+ years of progressive experience in construction project management, including preconstruction, bidding, and closeout.
Proven track record managing large‑scale commercial or mixed‑use projects from inception to completion.
Experience leading A&E RFP processes, contract negotiations, and risk mitigation strategies.
Professional certifications such as PMP, LEED AP, or equivalent are a plus.
Deep understanding of construction codes, building regulations, and technical design standards.
Proficiency in estimating, scheduling, and sequencing of work.
Strong ability to manage budgets, interpret financial reports, and maintain project financial goals.
Experience with cost analysis, forecasting, and financial reporting tools.
Expertise in Master Project Scheduling and tracking deliverables against milestones.
Skilled in documentation management and ensuring compliance with project requirements.
Proficiency in construction management software (Procore, Primavera P6, MS Project) and Excel.
Ability to lead cross‑functional teams including design studios, consultants, contractors, and operations.
Compensation & Benefits:
Compensation Exempt: $141,000 – $200,000 plus discretionary annual bonus.
Travel expectation: up to 50%.
Location: Corporate office in Century City, CA.
Benefits include: company‑sponsored health plans, paid time off, professional development, and ESG initiatives.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Unibail‑Rodamco‑Westfield is an equal‑opportunity employer that embraces diversity of backgrounds, perspectives, experience, and skills. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, and other legally protected characteristics.
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Worksite address
irvine, CA, 92713, US
Who can apply
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