Director of Construction

Culinary Depot is seeking a Director of Construction to lead and support our Project Management team, ensuring projects are executed seamlessly and proactively. We are not just a kitchen installation company—we operate as a general sub-contractor for the food service industry, responsible for coordinating with all trades on a job, including plumbers, electricians, framers, and HVAC contractors.

The ideal candidate will have at least five years of experience in a leadership role with a commercial general contractor, overseeing full construction projects from inception to completion.

This experience is critical to understanding our clients' expectations, as most of our work is done under contract with General Contractors. The Director of Construction will ensure that project teams have the support, resources, and structure needed to deliver projects on time and without complications.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, support, and grow the Project Management team, ensuring they have the resources and guidance needed to succeed.
• Oversee the coordination between subcontractors (plumbers, electricians, HVAC, framers, etc.) to ensure all trades align and projects run smoothly.
• Maintaining operations budgets, and Establishing best practices for project execution, ensuring timely, profitable, and high-quality delivery.
• Proactively identify and address potential issues before they impact the timeline, budget, or client satisfaction.
• Monitor and enhance team performance, ensuring PMs are consistently meeting and exceeding project goals.
• Recruit, train, and develop Project Managers, expanding the team as the company grows.
• Ensure our PMs are always one step ahead with the proper tools, processes, and support.

What We’re Looking For

• 5+ years of experience working as a general contractor, managing large-scale construction projects and overseeing coordination with subcontractors.
• Proven experience managing complex, multifaceted projects in a leadership capacity.
• Expertise in process improvement, team development, and operational efficiency.
• Ability to anticipate issues and implement proactive strategies for resolution.
• Proficiency in Procore, Outlook, AutoQuotes, and drawing review.