Director of Construction

Job Description

Job Description

Wylander, a recruiting company specializing in the disaster restoration industry, is recruiting a Director of Construction for a full-service disaster restoration company based in Virginia Beach, VA.

Compensation and Benefits

• Base Salary: $95,000 – $98,000 DOE + Bonus/Commission Structure
• Health Insurance: 100% paid for employees (additional cost for family)
• Life Insurance (up to $39K covered)
• 401(k)
• Company Vehicle + Gas Card
• Electronics Package : Cell phone + Laptop
• Wellness Perk : $50/month gym incentive
• PTO & Holidays:
• Year 1: 2 weeks PTO
• 7 paid holidays annually
• Relocation Support for the right candidate

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The Director of Construction will lead all reconstruction operations from sales handoff through project completion, ensuring timely, high-quality execution of both residential and commercial projects within a 60-mile radius of Virginia Beach. This role is ideal for a seasoned leader with a background in high-volume construction and a passion for people, performance, and process. This company is more than blueprints and timelines—it's built on purpose. Driven by a calling to care, they bring compassion to every job, whether rebuilding homes or serving the community. That same spirit guides how they lead: with clarity, accountability, and heart.

Director of Construction Responsibilities:

• Lead and mentor Project Managers handling residential and commercial reconstruction projects
• Oversee job progress from intake to final delivery with a focus on quality and timelines
• Coordinate and supervise all phases of construction from planning through completion
• Identify bottlenecks and drive process improvements
• Collaborate closely with executive leadership to align operations with organizational goals
• Ensure high client satisfaction through proactive communication and reliability

Director of Construction Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years of experience managing both construction projects and personnel
• Demonstrated success leading teams in high-volume, fast-paced construction environments
• Strong understanding of construction sequencing, subcontractor management, and multi-phase project execution
• Skilled in project management, estimating, scheduling, and problem-solving
• Background in hospital, high-production residential, or commercial construction is acceptable
• Clear and effective communicator who leads with accountability and empathy
• Ability to foster team coordination and support career development of others
• Committed to building a high-performing, value-driven culture
• Financial Management/Budgeting experience

  Keywords: Reconstruction, Leadership, Restoration

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