Director of Construction - Owner's Representative with Fitness Franchise - Base Salary to 150k/year - Austin, TX

• Our client, a well-established Fitness Franchise is currently seeking a Director of Construction as an Owner’s Representative to be based out of their Austin, TX location with 50% in-office, 50% travel (TX, NM, OK, MO).
• The Director of Construction will utilize their Project Management skills to oversee multiple projects concurrently (ground up and renovations) while leading a team of 4+ Construction/ Project Managers from project approvals to handover ensuring timing, budgets, and quality. Prior experience as an owner's representative is critical to success in this position.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the approval process, Ensure compliance, Review and approve designs, Determine scope, phasing, and time estimates
• Develop bid documents, Negotiate contracts
• Lead a team of construction / project managers
• Maintain project budgets, Track costs
• Be the primary point of contact between internal and external contacts
• Provide regular updates, Ensure smooth communication across all levels
• Ensure all projects are completed to spec, on time & meet quality standards
• Identify potential risks early/ inspections and implement mitigation strategies
• Manage relationships with contractors, vendors, and consultants for alignment
• Oversee project close-out including final inspections, punch lists, and handover

Qualifications:

• Bachelors’ degree preferred (Construction Management, or related)
• 5+ years’ experience in construction management as an Owner’s Representative is required (Fitness industry a plus!) Including: Budgeting, Bids, Scheduling, Phasing, Cost management, Contracting, Document control, Project reporting, Closeout; team management
• Strong MS Office skills: Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, & Project
• Ability to travel 50% variable based on project requirements

Compensation:

• Base salary in the 135k - 150k/year range
• 20% bonus program
• Comprehensive insurance benefits
• Flexible PTO
• Growth potential
• Exceptional team & work environment