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We are seeking a Director of Construction Services to lead and grow a Construction Engineering and Inspection (CEI) program in Virginia. This role is responsible for building a construction services program, overseeing delivery of roadway and bridge construction services contracts, and strengthening relationships with VDOT, transportation agencies, and local municipalities across the Commonwealth. Do you value a company that puts employee satisfaction at the forefront of who they are? If so, GPI wants you!
GPI is a multi-discipline engineering firm providing planning, design, and construction services for transportation infrastructure and building system projects throughout the United States for over 50 years. Ranked in the Top 100 Firms by Engineering News Record, GPI is a forward-thinking, innovative firm with a culture committed to excellence and fosters staff empowerment. For more information, visit: www.gpinet.com
What You’ll Do
- Lead and expand a Virginia construction services program with a long-term growth mindset
- Oversee delivery of Construction Engineering and Inspection (CEI) services for VDOT and local municipalities
- Provide executive oversight of roadway and bridge construction projects, ensuring compliance with VDOT standards, schedules, budgets, and quality expectations
- Serve as a trusted partner to VDOT and public-sector clients
- Lead, mentor, and grow construction management and inspection staff in Virginia
- Support business development efforts, including pursuits, proposals, and strategic planning
- Collaborate with regional leadership to align operations with organizational goals
What We’re Looking For
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field
- Significant experience with VDOT roadway and bridge construction
- Demonstrated experience delivering CEI services for public-sector transportation clients
- Proven ability to build, manage, and grow a construction services program or business unit
- Strong leadership, communication, and client relationship skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred (Virginia or ability to obtain)
- Established relationships within VDOT or Virginia transportation agencies
- Experience overseeing multiple projects or programs across a region or state
Why This Role
- High-impact leadership position shaping the future of construction services in Virginia
- Opportunity to grow a respected program with strong market presence
- Competitive compensation and benefits
- Collaborative culture focused on technical excellence and leadership development
- Maintain a valid driver's license with a clean motor vehicle report (MVR) for final consideration
- Possess a personal vehicle for use on or around a job site
- Read, write, and understand plans and directions given in the English language
- Basic computer skills with the ability to create and edit Microsoft Word and Excel documents, create Outlook emails and utilize SharePoint and Microsoft Teams to communicate with other team members
- Able to traverse a construction job site consisting of uneven ground varying in height and consistency of material, with a variation of elevation 19" or less (mud, gravel, rutted ground, etc.)
- Able to wear GPI required PPE, i.e., hard hats, safety vest, work boots, and/or safety glasses/goggles while working
- Able to move equipment or inspection specimens weighing up to 50 pounds
GPI offers excellent benefits, including a 401(k) plan, ESOP, medical/dental/vision plans, paid time off, and more. GPI is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. D/V
Notice To Third-Party Agencies
GPI does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters and/or agencies. Any staffing employment agency, person, or entity that submits an unsolicited resume to this site does so with the understanding that the applicant's resume will become the property of GPI and has the right to hire that applicant at its discretion and without any fee owed to the submitting staffing/employment agency, person, or entity.
GPI will not pay a placement fee unless the agency or recruiter has a signed contract with GPI’s Corporate Human Resources department in advance of submitting a candidate for consideration. Staffing/employment agencies must submit applicants to the designated GPI recruiter to be eligible for a placement fee. Verbal and written approvals will not be considered a valid contract for service.
Work Authorization
In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, we will hire only U.S. citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States (if the position is or will be one that is subject to U.S. law). Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is typically not available for entry-level positions. GPI participates in E-Verify. Know your Right to Work.
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Thank you for your interest in Greenman-Pedersen, Inc. (GPI). By applying, you may receive periodic email notifications about career opportunities. These communications are designed to keep you informed of new and exciting openings across our organization. You can opt out of these notifications at any time.
We are seeking a Director of Construction Services to lead and grow a Construction Engineering and Inspection (CEI) program in Virginia. This role is responsible for building a construction services program, overseeing delivery of roadway and bridge construction services contracts, and strengthening relationships with VDOT, transportation agencies, and local municipalities across the Commonwealth. Do you value a company that puts employee satisfaction at the forefront of who they are? If so, GPI wants you!
GPI is a multi-discipline engineering firm providing planning, design, and construction services for transportation infrastructure and building system projects throughout the United States for over 50 years. Ranked in the Top 100 Firms by Engineering News Record, GPI is a forward-thinking, innovative firm with a culture committed to excellence and fosters staff empowerment. For more information, visit: www.gpinet.com
What You’ll Do
- Lead and expand a Virginia construction services program with a long-term growth mindset
- Oversee delivery of Construction Engineering and Inspection (CEI) services for VDOT and local municipalities
- Provide executive oversight of roadway and bridge construction projects, ensuring compliance with VDOT standards, schedules, budgets, and quality expectations
- Serve as a trusted partner to VDOT and public-sector clients
- Lead, mentor, and grow construction management and inspection staff in Virginia
- Support business development efforts, including pursuits, proposals, and strategic planning
- Collaborate with regional leadership to align operations with organizational goals
What We’re Looking For
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field
- Significant experience with VDOT roadway and bridge construction
- Demonstrated experience delivering CEI services for public-sector transportation clients
- Proven ability to build, manage, and grow a construction services program or business unit
- Strong leadership, communication, and client relationship skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred (Virginia or ability to obtain)
- Established relationships within VDOT or Virginia transportation agencies
- Experience overseeing multiple projects or programs across a region or state
Why This Role
- High-impact leadership position shaping the future of construction services in Virginia
- Opportunity to grow a respected program with strong market presence
- Competitive compensation and benefits
- Collaborative culture focused on technical excellence and leadership development
- Maintain a valid driver's license with a clean motor vehicle report (MVR) for final consideration
- Possess a personal vehicle for use on or around a job site
- Read, write, and understand plans and directions given in the English language
- Basic computer skills with the ability to create and edit Microsoft Word and Excel documents, create Outlook emails and utilize SharePoint and Microsoft Teams to communicate with other team members
- Able to traverse a construction job site consisting of uneven ground varying in height and consistency of material, with a variation of elevation 19" or less (mud, gravel, rutted ground, etc.)
- Able to wear GPI required PPE, i.e., hard hats, safety vest, work boots, and/or safety glasses/goggles while working
- Able to move equipment or inspection specimens weighing up to 50 pounds
GPI offers excellent benefits, including a 401(k) plan, ESOP, medical/dental/vision plans, paid time off, and more. GPI is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. D/V
Notice To Third-Party Agencies
GPI does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters and/or agencies. Any staffing employment agency, person, or entity that submits an unsolicited resume to this site does so with the understanding that the applicant's resume will become the property of GPI and has the right to hire that applicant at its discretion and without any fee owed to the submitting staffing/employment agency, person, or entity.
GPI will not pay a placement fee unless the agency or recruiter has a signed contract with GPI’s Corporate Human Resources department in advance of submitting a candidate for consideration. Staffing/employment agencies must submit applicants to the designated GPI recruiter to be eligible for a placement fee. Verbal and written approvals will not be considered a valid contract for service.
Work Authorization
In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, we will hire only U.S. citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States (if the position is or will be one that is subject to U.S. law). Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is typically not available for entry-level positions. GPI participates in E-Verify. Know your Right to Work.
Email Communications
Thank you for your interest in Greenman-Pedersen, Inc. (GPI). By applying, you may receive periodic email notifications about career opportunities. These communications are designed to keep you informed of new and exciting openings across our organization. You can opt out of these notifications at any time.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in director of construction services jobs.
- 10 or more years of progressive construction project management experience
- Bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or a related field
- Demonstrated experience managing multi-million-dollar capital construction programs
- Proficiency in project management software such as Procore, Primavera P6, or similar platforms
- PMP, CCM, or LEED certification preferred by most employers
- Strong knowledge of contract administration, subcontractor management, and construction law fundamentals
Tips for Your Director of Construction Services Job Search
Quantify your capital program results
Hiring managers for this role scan for portfolio size and delivery outcomes. List the total dollar value of projects you've overseen, on-time completion rates, and any budget variance you managed down. Vague descriptions of large portfolios won't stand out.
Highlight your preconstruction involvement
Many employers want a director who steps in before shovels hit the ground. If you've led estimating, value engineering, or design coordination phases, call that out explicitly in your resume so it doesn't get buried under execution-side experience.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists director of construction services openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings that match your delivery type
Whether your background is ground-up, tenant improvement, or capital maintenance programs, filter your search by the delivery type named in the job description. Applying to roles that mirror your project history dramatically improves your callback rate.
Prepare a project case study for interviews
Expect panel interviews where you walk through a complex project from preconstruction to closeout. Prepare two or three concrete examples covering scope changes, subcontractor disputes, or schedule recovery so you're not improvising under pressure.
Negotiate total comp beyond base salary
At director level, project completion bonuses, vehicle allowances, and equity or profit-sharing are often negotiable. Ask explicitly about these in the final round rather than waiting for an offer, since many employers won't surface them unless prompted.
Director of Construction Services Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most director of construction servicess?
The companies hiring the most director of construction servicess right now include Greenman-Pedersen, Atkore, and Michels, with the largest share of openings in Virginia, Texas, and Arizona, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Healthcare systems, national general contractors, and commercial real estate developers consistently account for a large portion of active postings.
How many director of construction services jobs are remote?
About 100% of director of construction services openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most construction oversight roles. The sub-areas most compatible with remote or hybrid arrangements include capital planning, program reporting, and procurement coordination rather than active site supervision.
How do you become a director of construction services?
Most directors of construction services move up through field or project management roles, accumulating experience across progressively larger and more complex projects. Earning a construction management or engineering degree strengthens your candidacy, as does obtaining a recognized professional certification. Building a record of delivering programs on schedule and within budget is the clearest path to director-level consideration.
Can you get hired as a director of construction services without direct director experience?
Yes, candidates who have managed large construction programs as senior project managers or program managers are regularly hired into director roles. Employers focus heavily on the complexity and scale of projects you've led rather than your exact title. Demonstrating that you've managed subcontractors, controlled budgets, and reported to executive stakeholders can offset a gap in formal director-level tenure.
What does the director of construction services interview process look like?
The process typically starts with an HR screening call, followed by a panel interview with operations leadership and sometimes the CFO or owner. Candidates are usually asked to walk through a major project from preconstruction to closeout and to describe how they handled a significant schedule or budget challenge. A final round often includes a site visit or a presentation to executive stakeholders.
Where can I find and apply to director of construction services jobs?
You can find and apply to director of construction services jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your background and apply directly to each listing without being redirected through multiple platforms.
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