About this opportunity
Spitzer Industries, Inc. lists this Project Director opportunity in brookshire, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Orizon, a Spitzer company under the Race Rock platform is seeking a Project Director to lead the overall project management function in support of structural steel fabrication operations. This role is responsible for driving execution across multiple projects, ensuring alignment between project management, engineering, estimating, procurement, and shop operations.
This is a production-driven leadership role . Success is measured by delivering projects safely, on schedule, within budget, and with fabrication-ready engineering outputs that minimize rework and maximize shop efficiency.
The Project Director will lead project teams, interface with clients and EPC contractors, and ensure all project processes align with company objectives, customer requirements, and operational capabilities.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage the company’s project management function across multiple projects and teams
Provide direction to Project Managers, Coordinators, and Administrators
Ensure projects are executed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in alignment with contract requirements
Drive job profitability, cost control, and overall financial performance
Identify and proactively resolve risks before they impact schedule, cost, or fabrication
Change Order Management
Lead and standardize the change order process across all projects
Ensure all scope changes are identified early, documented, priced, and submitted in a timely manner
Drive alignment between project management, engineering, and estimating to ensure accurate change order development
Review and approve pricing to protect margin and ensure full cost recovery
Interface with clients and EPC contractors to negotiate and close change orders
Track, forecast, and report change order status, exposure, and recovery against project financials
Ensure no work is performed without proper authorization unless strategically approved
Cross-Functional Alignment
Ensure alignment between project management, engineering, fabrication, and operations
Drive coordination between engineering deliverables and fabrication sequencing, shop capabilities, and production schedules
Support estimating during the bid phase and ensure proper project setup for execution
Partner with department leaders to ensure overall project success
Client & Stakeholder Management
Serve as the primary management interface with clients and EPC contractors
Attend client meetings and maintain strong, long-term relationships
Ensure clear and consistent communication of project status, risks, and deliverables
Support negotiation and resolution of commercial and technical issues
Lead, mentor, and develop project management teams
Manage employee performance, productivity, and professional growth
Foster a strong team culture focused on accountability, execution, and results
Required Experience
Structural steel fabrication or heavy industrial environment
Proven leadership experience managing project management teams across multiple projects
Strong understanding of:
Fabrication workflows and shop operations
Project scheduling, cost control, and profitability
Change order management and contract execution
Engineering deliverables tied to production and execution
Experience working with EPC contractors (e.g., Fluor, Bechtel, etc.)
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
10+ years of experience in project management, engineering, or fabrication
Experience in AISC-certified environments
Familiarity with Tekla Structures, BIM workflows, and automated fabrication systems
Strong commercial acumen, including contracts, T&Cs, and change management
Operational Expectations
Projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget
Change orders are captured, priced, approved, and converted to revenue efficiently
Engineering and fabrication remain fully aligned and production-ready
RFIs, rework, and production delays are minimized
Project financial performance meets or exceeds targets
Strong client relationships are maintained and expanded
Teams operate with high accountability, communication, and execution discipline
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Worksite address
brookshire, TX, 77423, US
Who can apply
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