About this opportunity
Trueline lists this Director of Construction - Residential opportunity in boca raton, Florida. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Trueline's client, a boutique luxury residential builder with a long-standing reputation for craftsmanship, service, and attention to detail, is seeking a Director of Residential Construction to join their team in Boca Raton, Florida. This is a hands-on leadership opportunity for a construction professional who thrives in the field, enjoys solving complex challenges, and wants a clear path toward senior leadership and eventual business succession.
What You'll Do as the Director of Residential Construction:
Lead and support field operations across luxury custom home construction and high-end renovation projects
Manage and mentor Field Superintendents while serving as a resource for Project Managers and office staff
Act as the primary field leadership presence for clients, architects, designers, subcontractors, and vendors
Fill in for Field Superintendents when needed to keep projects moving forward
Solve field challenges, coordinate communication, and drive accountability across multiple active projects
Review plans, specifications, and project documentation to identify issues before they impact construction
Oversee quality control, safety compliance, inspections, punch lists, and project closeout activities
Coordinate service and warranty work for completed projects while maintaining exceptional client relationships
Support bidding efforts, constructability reviews, and project planning activities
Conduct owner walkthroughs and oversee move-in operations
Facilitate communication between field and office teams to improve efficiency and project execution
Attend regular team meetings and contribute to a collaborative, high-performance culture
Must-Haves as the Director of Residential Construction:
Experience in luxury residential construction, custom homes, high-end renovations, or a closely related market
Background as a Superintendent, Senior Superintendent, Project Manager, or similar construction leadership role
Strong understanding of residential construction means, methods, sequencing, and best practices
Ability to read and interpret architectural, structural, MEP, and interior design plans
Proven experience managing subcontractors, schedules, quality control, and client relationships
Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make sound decisions in the field
Comfort using construction software, project management tools, and technology platforms
Professional presence with high-net-worth clientele
Nice-to-Haves as the Director of Residential Construction:
Experience building luxury custom homes in South Florida
Knowledge of both ground-up construction and large-scale renovation projects
Experience creating or maintaining CPM schedules
Previous responsibility for supervising multiple Superintendents or project teams
Desire to grow into executive leadership and long-term business succession opportunities
Our Client Offers:
Base salary of $125,000-$150,000 depending on experience
Performance-based bonus opportunity of approximately $25,000-$30,000+
Cell phone and vehicle allowance
Stable, family-oriented culture with exceptional employee retention
Opportunity to work on luxury projects ranging from approximately $3M-$12M
Projects concentrated within a small geographic area, minimizing commute time between job sites
Direct exposure to high-profile clients and unique custom residential projects
Significant career advancement potential with a clear path toward future company leadership
Collaborative, supportive environment with minimal bureaucracy and strong team cohesion
Trueline and its clients are unabashed equal-opportunity employers committed to a diverse workforce. We welcome smart and ambitious applicants and recruit, refer, hire, place, and promote without regard to race, color, gender, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, age, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law.
Worksite address
boca raton, FL, 33481, US
Who can apply
Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.