Director of Interior Construction (Commercial)
Job Description
Job DescriptionDescription:
Summary
This position is responsible for (1) leading all interior construction and renovation projects, (2) ensuring successful delivery of commercial build-outs, remodels, store openings, and closings, (3) achieving department profitability and client satisfaction goals, and (4) developing and mentoring the project management team. This position requires deep expertise in interior construction and facilities improvement projects, occasional travel, and flexibility for after-business- hours coordination.
Job Responsibilities
Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
•Oversee day-to-day operations of the Interior Construction division, ensuring all projects align with company objectives and client expectations.
•Lead planning and execution of tenant build-outs, refresh programs, remodels, and brand conversions for national commercial clients.
•Direct project teams in scheduling, permitting, budgeting, procurement, and closeout documentation.
•Collaborate with clients, architects, and subcontractors to ensure project success and quality standards.
•Develop and manage annual budgets, cost tracking, and gross profit margin targets.
•Monitor project performance metrics (schedule adherence, profitability, and quality).
•Support bid development and proposal processes in partnership with the VP of Construction and Sales teams.
•Ensure adherence to safety regulations and building codes throughout all projects.
•Promote professional growth, mentoring, and accountability across project management staff.
•Coordinate with the Exterior Construction Director for cross-functional alignment on blended projects.
Proficiencies
•Strong leadership and people management skills
•Comprehensive understanding of interior construction trades and project sequencing
•Financial and budget management expertise
•Proficiency with scheduling and project management software (e.g., MS Project, Procore)
•Excellent communication and negotiation abilities
•Strong organizational and analytical skills
•Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Work Environment/Physical & Visual Demands
•This position works a standard Monday–Friday schedule, with flexibility for travel, site visits, or after-hours project needs. Work is performed in both office and field environments with frequent communication with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams. Flexibility is required.
•Physical Demands: Speaking, Listening, Writing, Sitting, Keystroke, Crouching, Kneeling, Reaching, Standing, Walking, Pushing, Pulling, Finger movement, Squatting, Grasping, Repetitive Motion, and Sedentary/ Light work, Climbing, requiring lifting up to 20lbs or up to 50lbs with assistance.
•Visual Demands: Visual acuity to perform activities such as viewing a computer terminal and reading.
•Environment Conditions: This position is subject to sufficient noise with an indoor environmental condition; protected from weather conditions, but not necessarily from temperature changes
Requirements:
Education/Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field is preferred. Minimum of 10 years of commercial construction experience, including at least 5 years in a leadership capacity overseeing interior build- outs or remodels. To perform this job successfully, an individual should have basic skills in a work management system, proficiency in MS Office skills, and the willingness to expand their knowledge.
Supervisory Requirements
This position does have supervisory responsibility for Project Managers, Assistant Project Managers, and support staff within their division.