Project Director, General Construction

Project Director, General ConstructionLocation: U.S., any base location with willingness to travel long-term to client project sites.ElegibilityThis role is open to:U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and candidates already authorized to work in the U.S.Citizens of Mexico, Canada, Chile, or Singapore (TN or H-1B1 visa fully sponsored by BuildCorridor)Applicants outside these categories will not be considered for this role.About this roleWe are partnering with a major U.S. general contractor delivering hyperscale data centers, EV and battery plants, automotive manufacturing, and large industrial facilities. Their operations leadership team is hiring a Project Director to run their largest, most complex builds end to end. This is a senior leadership seat reporting into executive operations, with full ownership of safety, schedule, budget, quality, and profitability on $100M+ programs.What you will doLead the full project lifecycle from feasibility through closeout on $100M+ mission-critical, manufacturing, or infrastructure programsBuild and direct cross-functional delivery teams: superintendents, project managers, engineers, procurement, controlsDefine scope, set objectives, and align project plans with corporate and client goalsOwn resource allocation, budget management, and financial forecastingIdentify, assess, and mitigate technical, schedule, and commercial risksEngage executives, clients, A/E partners, and vendors as the project's senior point of contactOversee design coordination, constructability, and resolution of scope gaps and interdisciplinary conflictsDrive a quality management program with stakeholder buy-inSupport business development efforts and pursue new work in the mission-critical sectorApply tools and methods including BIM, Procore, CMiC, P6, and sustainability practices appropriate to data center deliveryWhat we are looking forBachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Project Management, Business Administration, or a related technical discipline. Candidates from Mexico, Chile, Canada, and Singapore are encouraged to apply but an engineering degree is required for visa eligibility.15+ years of construction industry experience, including 5+ years in a senior leadership roleDemonstrated track record managing $100M+ projects in general construction, electrical construction, manufacturing, technology, or infrastructure (transportation, utilities, communications, buildings, energy)Proven ability to assemble, lead, and mentor multi-disciplinary delivery teamsStrong command of construction processes, codes, standards, and regulationsValid U.S. driver's license and valid passportWillingness to travel 70%+ to client sitesVisa pathwaysTN Visa (USMCA): Mexican and Canadian nationals with engineering degrees, classified under the Engineer TN category. BuildCorridor's counsel prepares the support letter documenting the engineering nature of the role.H-1B1 (Free Trade Agreement): Chilean and Singaporean nationals. Specialty occupation, no lottery, separate cap. Full petition managed by BuildCorridor's counsel.Why joinLead programs that define the next decade of U.S. infrastructure: hyperscale data centers, EV and battery plants, automotive manufacturingSenior P&L-adjacent leadership at one of the most respected GCs in the countryCompetitive U.S. compensation aligned to Tier 1 GC executive market rates, plus full relocation packageVisa fully sponsored. TN and H-1B1 are renewable. Path to permanent residency available.BuildCorridor's Soft Landing program supports you and your family through cultural orientation, language resources, and community integrationWhat to expectOnce you apply, we review your profile and reach out if there is a fit. We verify your credentials and English, and introduce you to our client. If you are from Mexico, Canada, Chile, or Singapore, we manage the entire TN/H-1B1 visa process.To applyApply via LinkedIn (ensure your resume is included in your profile) or send your English resume to hello@buildcorridor.com. We review applicants on a rolling basis.