
Director of Construction - Luxury Residential
Michael Page, Los Angeles, California, United States
The Director of Construction - Luxury Residential will oversee all aspects of high-end residential construction projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. This role requires strong leadership, organizational, and technical skills to manage multiple projects effectively in the Business Services industry.
Client Details
Headquartered in Central Massachusetts with an additional presence on Nantucket, this premier luxury residential builder serves clients throughout Massachusetts, Cape Cod, Nantucket, and select coastal and metropolitan markets across the United States. Founded in 1980 as a custom millwork shop, the company has evolved into one of New England's most respected high end residential firms and is now led by second generation family leadership. They specialize in ground up custom homes, large scale renovations, historic restorations, and complex estate properties. Their fully integrated model includes in house architectural millwork, cabinetry, and ongoing home management services, ensuring seamless collaboration from preconstruction through final completion. The firm is widely recognized for exceptional craftsmanship, discretion, and a white glove client experience, supported by a strong base of repeat and referral driven clientele.
Description
The Director of Construction - Luxury Residential will be responsible for:
Lead and mentor internal project teams while managing relationships with outside contractors, consultants, and service providers.
Recruit, develop, and lead a high-performing construction team, fostering a culture of accountability and excellence.
Drive the development of project scopes, cost models, procurement processes, and contract negotiations to ensure competitive and transparent bidding.
Establish standardized documentation and reporting frameworks for proposals, bids, contracts, site updates, and budget tracking.
Build and maintain strong vendor and contractor partnerships to ensure timely, cost-effective project completion.
Guarantee adherence to regulatory requirements, building codes, and safety protocols at every stage of construction.
Profile
The Director of Construction - Luxury Residential should have:
15+ years of experience in the custom luxury residential sector
Extensive experience delivering high end residential projects valued at 10M+
Proven track record managing and mentoring teams of five or more professionals
Demonstrated success leading projects from initial concept through final completion
Deep technical expertise in structural systems, building materials, construction methodologies, and regulatory codes
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proficient in modern project management platforms and technology, including Procore, MS Project, and similar tools, to enhance efficiency and streamline workflows
Consistent ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining strict adherence to timelines and budgets
Exceptional leadership and team building skills, with the ability to effectively engage both field teams and executive stakeholders
Able to travel regularly to active job sites as needed
Located within a reasonable daily commute to Holden, MA
Job Offer
The Director of Construction - Luxury Residential may receive:
Competitive base salary up to $190k (depending on previous experience)
Company vehicle + gas card
Healthcare Plan
401(k) with match
3 weeks PTO + 1 week sick time
Opportunity for professional growth and development - lead a team!
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