Senior Director of Construction-General… at Kimmel &… · New York

About the Company

Our client is a privately held organization managing a diverse portfolio of high-end residential properties across the United States. With a long-term ownership mindset, the organization is deeply committed to excellence in design, construction, and property stewardship. The team operates with a strong sense of integrity, discretion, and alignment to a clearly defined vision, prioritizing quality, sustainability, and enduring value across all assets.

About the Position

The Senior Director of Construction is a highly visible leadership role responsible for overseeing all phases of residential renovation and new construction across a geographically diverse portfolio. This individual will serve as a trusted partner to executive leadership, providing strategic direction while remaining deeply engaged in the field and day-to-day execution. This can be an in office role, or full remote located anywhere on the East Coast and would include travel throughout the US as needed.

This is an individual contributor role requiring both hands-on expertise and executive-level judgment. The ideal candidate brings a unique combination of technical construction knowledge, financial acumen, and organizational savvy to navigate a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

The Senior Director will lead project planning, contractor management, and cross-functional collaboration while ensuring that all work aligns with the organization’s vision, operational goals, and long-term asset strategy.

Requirements

Experience & Education

• 15+ years of progressive experience in construction, real estate development, or related fields
• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, business, real estate, architecture, or similar discipline
• Extensive hands-on field experience with deep knowledge of construction means and methods
• Proven experience managing high-end residential projects (renovations and new builds)
• Demonstrated success overseeing multiple projects and coordinating cross-functional stakeholders
• Experience managing property portfolios with an understanding of long-term operational impacts
• Strong financial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, and contract management
• Proficiency with tools such as Procore, Bluebeam, Matterport, or similar platforms

Core Competencies

• Strategic leadership with a fiduciary mindset and strong decision-making capability
• Contract negotiation and vendor management expertise across varied markets
• Ability to anticipate challenges, resolve conflicts, and guide teams through complex projects
• Strong communication skills with the ability to simplify complex issues for diverse audiences
• High level of organizational awareness and ability to navigate multi-layered environments
• This can be an in office role, or full remote located anywhere on the East Coast and would include travel throughout the US as needed.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package commensurate with experience
• Opportunity to work directly with executive leadership on high-impact projects
• Exposure to a diverse, high-end residential portfolio across the U.S.
• Collaborative, values-driven organizational culture

Long-term career growth aligned with organizational expansion