Project Director – Multifamily Development & Construction
Company: Leading Owner-Developer & General Contractor (Confidential)
Location: Albuquerque, NM / New Mexico Market
Position Type: Full-time
About the Company
We are a premier, full-service general contractor and owner-developer specializing in the creation of exceptional multifamily, affordable housing, and mixed-use urban environments across the Western and Southwestern United States. We bridge the gap between complex project demands and seamless execution by combining data-driven preconstruction planning, self-performed trades, and sustainable building practices.
Built on strong relationships, an ownership mindset, and a commitment to quality, we are actively expanding our footprint in the New Mexico market and seeking a highly capable leader to direct our regional operations.
Position Overview
We are seeking a seasoned, hands-on Project Director to oversee ground-up multifamily developments from preconstruction through final delivery in the Albuquerque/New Mexico market.
As a key leader, you will be responsible for driving schedule adherence, financial certainty, safety, and quality across major regional projects. This role requires an individual with a proven track record of managing complex multi-million dollar multifamily builds, exceptional leadership capabilities, and a highly stable career trajectory.
Key Responsibilities
Project Execution & Management
- Lead and manage the complete lifecycle of ground-up multifamily and mixed-use developments.
- Champion project safety, quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC), and strict adherence to local building codes.
- Manage, mentor, and align project teams, including Senior Project Managers, Superintendents, and Project Engineers.
- Maintain strong, collaborative relationships with public/private partners, design teams, subcontractors, and municipalities.
Financial & Contractual Leadership
- Overlook budgeting, cost control, change order management, and overall profitability under GMP (Guaranteed Maximum Price) and other contract delivery structures.
- Partner with the preconstruction and estimating teams to provide real-time market intelligence, constructability reviews, and bidding optimization.
- Review, draft, and negotiate subcontractor agreements, purchase orders, and vendor contracts.
Schedule & Strategy
- Masterfully plan construction phasing, logistics, and milestone tracking to eliminate delays.
- Proactively identify and mitigate technical, financial, and schedule-related risks.
Required Qualifications & Experience
- Experience:10–15 years of experience as a Senior Project Manager, Project Director, or in an equivalent leadership role in construction management.
- Sector Expertise: Proven, direct experience managing large-scale ground-up multifamily construction (e.g., garden-style, mid-rise, or mixed-use developments).
- Career Stability: A stable employment history is a strict requirement; we are looking for dedicated leaders looking to build a long-term career with us, rather than a history of frequent job-hopping.
- Location: Deep familiarity with or willingness to reside in the Albuquerque, NM market (with local subcontractor relationships and municipal knowledge highly preferred).
- Technical Skills: Strong proficiency with modern construction management systems (e.g., Procore, scheduling software, and BIM coordination tools).
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field is preferred.
What We Offer
- Highly competitive base salary and performance-based incentive programs.
- Comprehensive benefits package: Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays.
- The opportunity to make a lasting, tangible impact on the growth and community revitalization of New Mexico.