Construction Director

Overview We are partnering with a leading real estate developer in Mexico, specializing in industrial parks and last-mile logistics, to hire a Construction Director. This key leadership role oversees the full construction cycle: pre-construction, design, permitting, execution, and project close-out. This position is office-based in Mexico City with regular travel to project sites. The role leads a multidisciplinary team and emphasizes strategic oversight, technical excellence, and innovation. Team size: leading a multidisciplinary team of 10 professionals, including managers of construction, architecture, BIM, permitting, and sustainability. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership: Define and implement construction strategies aligned with the company's vision, including policies, procedures, and best practices. Pre-Construction Oversight: Lead the pre-construction phase as critical to project success, ensuring integration of executive project plans, technical studies, and permitting processes. Design and BIM Coordination: Supervise multidisciplinary design development (architecture, structure, MEP, exterior works) under BIM methodology to ensure constructability and regulatory compliance. Permitting and Regulatory Compliance: Ensure projects meet all local, state, and federal regulations; coordinate with legal and permitting teams to align technical development with administrative timelines. Project Execution: Monitor progress, quality, safety, and adherence to project objectives; implement corrective actions as needed. Team Development: Mentor and develop the construction team, promoting high performance and collaboration. Innovation and Sustainability: Introduce modern construction practices, materials, and sustainable design solutions. Interdepartmental Coordination: Collaborate with ESG, legal, architecture, cost management, investments, and property management teams for integrated project delivery. Ideal Candidate Profile Education: Architecture or Civil Engineering. Languages: Advanced English required. Experience: +10 years in construction or project management roles in industrial or commercial developments. Proven expertise in pre-construction, industrial warehouse design, and permitting . Currently in a senior managerial role , ready to step into a Director-level position. Professional Attributes: Energetic and innovative, with the ability to lead high-performing teams . Capable of combining deep technical knowledge with strategic business vision. Strong negotiation and communication skills to engage with authorities, contractors, and executives. At a stage of professional development that balances experience with fresh perspectives , ideally in an early-director career stage. Reporting Structure Reports to the COO, with final executive oversight from the CEO. Direct reports: Senior Construction Manager Architecture Coordinator BIM Manager Permitting and Government Relations Lead Sustainability & ESG Coordinator Benefits & Work Environment Office-based in Mexico City, with travel to projects. Company car and Gympass. Unlimited vacation policy. High-performance, meritocratic, and collaborative culture promoting career growth. Opportunity to lead strategic projects in a growing, innovative industrial real estate firm. Summary This is an exceptional opportunity for a technically strong, strategic, and ambitious professional to step into a Director role, leading pre-construction, design, and permitting of industrial projects. The role demands visionary leadership, technical expertise, regulatory knowledge, and a collaborative mindset to ensure successful delivery of high-impact projects in the industrial logistics sector. Seniority level Director Employment type Full-time Job function General Business Industries Building Construction #J-18808-Ljbffr

Creado: Jue, 01 de Ene de 1970