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Director of Construction

Ryan Companies

Austin, TXFull-timePosted 3mo agoStill listed today

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At a glance

Compensation
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Location
Austin, TX
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree, required

Job overview

Ryan Companies seeks a Director of Construction to lead construction operations in Austin. The role oversees staff development and accountability, client relationships, contract negotiations, project quality and profitability, and coordination across the company’s integrated business model. Candidates must have substantial construction project management experience, including design-build experience, and a bachelor’s degree in an industry-related field. The posting also emphasizes leadership, relationship-building, and resolving issues with win-win solutions.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Prioritization, requiredStaff Management, requiredTalent Development, requiredConstruction Market Knowledge, requiredContract Negotiation, requiredTeam Leadership, requiredIssue Resolution, requiredRelationship Building, nice to haveSales Presentations, nice to have

Qualifications

15+ Years Construction Project Management, nice to have8+ Years Design-Build Project Management, nice to have10+ Years Industry Experience, required5+ Years Managing Large Accounts, requiredBachelor's in Industry-Related Field, requiredU.S. Work Authorization, required

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Tuition Assistance
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave

Full job description

Job Description:

Ryan Companies US, Inc. has an immediate career opportunity for a Director of Construction to join our team in Austin!

Do you bring at least at least 15 years of construction project management experience including 8+ years of Design-Build construction project management experience in a design-build environment? Do you enjoy working in a fast, fun, inclusive and collaborative workspace? Do you want the next chapter of your career to be with an industry leader in commercial real estate who brings a fully integrated and creative design-build approach? If this describes you, we encourage you to apply today!

To be successful in this role, you must have at least 10 years successful industry experience with at least 5 years handling accounts from $10 to $250 million+. A bachelor's degree in an industry-related field is required. You must be able to effectively prioritize and balance big picture & immediate responsibilities; listen effectively and value the opinions of others & acknowledge contributions of others; train, manage, and hold staff accountable to get results consistent with corporate plans; recognize, select, and hire top talent at the appropriate time; and develop talent to all levels within construction operations. You need a solid understanding of the local construction market and ability to effectively negotiate construction contracts to Ryan’s best business and legal interest. You must have a proven ability to manage team successful & profitably and lead & develop people. Resolving issues promptly for a 'win-win' solution is required

Some things you can expect to do

  • Ensure team members understand what is expected of them and hold them accountable for performance, provide regular feedback and have development conversations, delegate appropriate tasks and provide timely and meaningful recognition.

  • Assess and promote professional skill development and training for direct reports

  • Onboard and mentor direct reports towards best career path through mentorship and coaching

  • Implement, and hold team accountable to, corporate goals and initiatives

  • Develop contacts and quickly build relationships with potential clients

  • Play a key role in relationship building and management of customers

  • Make effective and convincing formal sales presentations to prospective customers

  • Effectively negotiates business and legal provisions of construction contracts

  • Consistently achieve customer satisfaction goals and raving fans

  • Consistently promote high levels of quality, design and profitability on projects

  • Manage and coordinate all aspects of the Ryan business model, including development, capital markets, design and engineering, preconstruction, and building services/property management

  • Promote innovation within Ryan and act as an ambassador to peers in other regions and divisions

  • Coordinate with market sector leads to balance workload, responsibility, and integration between sector and region talent

  • Align Regional and Divisional priorities with peers to ensure high levels of execution, accountability and consistency.

You will really stand out if you:

  • Demonstrate relationship building skills with third party clients and vendor partners.

  • Promptly and effectively resolve issues with win-win solutions and display natural leadership skills and qualities to guide multiple project teams with direct responsibility of project personnel.

  • Are a team player who leads by example, displays honesty, integrity, and good judgment while maintaining the highest professional standards at all times.

Eligibility: Position requires verification of employment to work in the U.S.

Benefits:

  • Competitive Salary

  • Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits

  • Retirement and Savings Benefits

  • Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts

  • Life Insurance

  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

  • Educational Assistance

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)

  • Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs

  • Parenting Benefits

  • Employee Discount Programs

  • Pet insurance

  • Ryan Foundation – charitable matching funds

  • Paid Time for Volunteer Events

Disclaimer: Eligibility may vary based on factors such as role, hours worked, employment status, length of service, location, and other considerations. Detailed information will be shared with eligible candidates during the hiring process, and the official terms and conditions will be outlined in each individual offer document.

Ryan Companies is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Notice to Candidates: Please be advised that initial outreach regarding employment at Ryan Companies will only occur via email from the domain @ryancompanies.com email address. If you recieve communication from someone you believe is impersonating Ryan Companies, please report it to us at [email protected]

Non-Solicitation Notice to Recruitment Agencies: Ryan Companies kindly requests that recruitment agencies and third-party recruiters do not submit unsolicited resumes or candidate information to any Ryan Companies employee or office. Ryan Companies will not be responsible for any fees or expenses associated with unsolicited submissions. If recruitment services are required, we will reach out directly to agencies on our approved vendor list. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.

How this job compares

Set against the 3,316 open Construction Management jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 10, 2026.

Pay
  • This postingNot listed
  • Texas median$120–178K/yr90 salary ranges
  • Texas median$20–25/hr21 hourly ranges
Openings
Olive Jobs lists 340 open Construction Management jobs in Texas and 3,316 across the US. 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Texas
Experience
This posting asks for at least 10 years of experience; Construction Management postings that state a minimum ask for 8 years at the median (2,695 postings).
Education
This posting asks for a bachelor's degree; 829 of the 3,316 open Construction Management jobs (25%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 10, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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