Director Ground Up Construction

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What this job involves This regional executive leadership role serves as the primary point of contact in the Bay Area for a major capital real estate portfolio supporting a high-profile global technology client. You will hold regional responsibility for all ground-up commercial developments, campus master buildouts, core-and-shell modifications, and major architectural Tenant Improvements (TIs), excluding specialized technical lab environments. Managing a high-performing regional delivery team, you will drive heavy ground-up construction, detailed Technical Due Diligence (TDD), and prime contractor governance to ensure superior operational execution.

Your day-to-day tasks will include:

• Act as the single executive regional contact for client real estate leads, workplace strategists, land developers, and municipal officials.
• Direct major ground-up new building developments, core-and-shell additions, structural modifications, and high-finish interior fit-outs.
• Lead comprehensive Technical Due Diligence (TDD) site assessments to evaluate structural integrity, utility capacities, municipal zoning, and environmental conditions.
• Directly lead, coach, and manage a team of 3–4 Program Managers and Associate Program Directors, overseeing daily workload distribution and performance reviews.
• Partner with client stakeholders and pre-construction leads to establish preliminary order-of-magnitude estimates, target-value design baselines, and master schedules during pre-funding phases.
• Manage general contractor selection, competitive bid-leveling for packages over $50,000, and field construction execution.
• Enforce a strict Zero-Accident safety culture across all active sites, ensuring compliance with OSHA regulations and Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) protocols.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Construction Management, Civil/Structural Engineering, Architecture, or a related field.
• 12–15+ years of progressive executive leadership in commercial general contracting, ground-up development, or prime contracting for major enterprise clients.
• Demonstrated track record directing major ground-up building developments and large-scale tenant improvements valued from $10M to $50M+.
• Minimum of 7+ years of experience directly managing and mentoring teams of Program Managers, Senior PMs, and Project Engineers.
• Proven experience leading comprehensive Technical Due Diligence (TDD) site evaluations, structural audits, zoning reviews, and municipal permitting processes.
• Deep familiarity with AIA contract structures, Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) task orders, and contractor indemnity requirements.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Active Licensed General Contractor (GC) credential.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) or Certified Construction Manager (CCM) designation.
• Hands-on proficiency with enterprise capital management software such as e-Builder or Procore.
• Familiarity with project scheduling software, specifically Oracle Primavera P6 or AdaptiveWork.
• Basic knowledge of corporate financial management and reporting platforms like TM1.
• Understanding of Subcontractor Default Insurance (Subguard) programs and mechanic's liens processes.

This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Expected compensation for this position:

225,000.00 – 240,000.00 USD per year

Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations.

Location:

On-site –San Francisco, CA

If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet all the requirements.  We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:

JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health. Some of these benefits include:

• 401(k) plan with matching company contributions
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care
• Paid parental leave at 100% of salary 
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay

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