Director of Design & Construction

Overview
The Director of Design & Construction leads the delivery of design and construction projects across a large branch office portfolio, ensuring projects are executed safely, on time, on budget, and in alignment with business objectives and brand standards.

What you’ll do
Leadership & Team Development

Lead, manage, and develop a team of designers and project managers responsible for branch office projects.

Establish clear performance expectations, provide regular feedback, and conduct coaching and mentoring.

Identify skill gaps and drive training, upskilling, and knowledge‑sharing initiatives across the team.

Foster a collaborative, high‑performance culture focused on accountability, continuous improvement, and professional growth.

Project Delivery & Execution

Oversee the full lifecycle of design and construction projects, including new locations, renovations, relocations, and decommissions.

Ensure consistent execution of design standards, construction quality, safety requirements, and regulatory compliance.

Serve as an escalation point for complex project issues, risks, or disputes.

Champion best practices, standardized processes, and scalable delivery models across the portfolio.

Project Roadmap, Budgeting & Financial Controls

Lead development and execution of the multi‑year design and construction project roadmap.

Establish and maintain project budgets, forecasts, and financial controls.

Track capital and opex spend, monitor variances, and implement corrective actions as needed.

Partner with Finance and Procurement to ensure accurate reporting, cost control, and capitalization alignment.

Cross‑Functional Stakeholder Engagement

Work closely with Transaction Management to align design and construction delivery with lease milestones and deal strategies.

Partner with Procurement on vendor selection, contract negotiations, and ongoing performance management.

Collaborate with Legal and Risk teams to ensure compliance with contracts, insurance, and risk mitigation requirements.

Coordinate with IT, Design, Facilities, and Operations to ensure seamless project integration and turnover.

Third‑Party & External Partner Management

Lead engagement with architects, engineers, contractors, consultants, landlords, and jurisdictional authorities.

Define scopes of work, project schedules, budgets, and performance expectations.

Oversee permitting and inspections, including coordination with local, state, and federal agencies.

Ensure third‑party partners deliver high‑quality results aligned with company standards and timelines.

Governance, Risk & Compliance

Implement governance frameworks for project approvals, cost controls, and change management.

Ensure adherence to safety standards, building codes, accessibility requirements, and sustainability goals.

Maintain consistent documentation, reporting, and audit‑ready project records.

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.

10+ years of experience leading design and construction projects in a corporate or multi‑site environment.

Demonstrated experience managing and mentoring project managers and design professionals.

Proven ability to manage large‑volume project portfolios with significant capital spend.

Strong financial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost control.

Experience managing external partners including architects, contractors, and landlords.

Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.

What could set you apart

Experience supporting financial services, and/or other large branch‑based portfolios.

Familiarity with standardized design systems and brand rollouts.

Professional certifications such as PMP, CCM, RA, or PE.

Experience implementing process improvements and delivery best practices at scale.

Key Competencies

Strategic leadership with execution focus

People development and mentoring

Financial discipline and portfolio planning

Cross‑functional collaboration

Risk management and decision‑making

Continuous improvement mindset

Location & Working Arrangement
Candidates that live within a commutable distance from our Tempe, AZ and St. Louis, MO home office locations are expected to work in the office four days per week effective June 1, 2026. Before June 1, 2026, candidates that live within a commutable distance from our Tempe, AZ and St. Louis, MO home office locations are expected to work in the office three days per week, with preference for Tuesday through Thursday.

EEO Statement
Edward Jones does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, pregnancy, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

Benefits

Medical and prescription drug coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Voluntary benefits such as accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness

Short‑ and long‑term disability

Basic life and AD&D coverage (provided at no cost to associates)

401(k) retirement plan and tax‑advantaged accounts including HSA and FSA

Ten paid holidays and fifteen days of vacation for new associates (starting January 1 of each year)

Sick time, personal days, and a paid day for volunteerism

Eligibility for bonuses and profit sharing

Employee Assistance Program participation for all associates

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