Director of Construction & Facilities

The Director of Construction & Facilities is a seasoned leader with executive presence, multidisciplinary operations experience, a strong background in large-scale facilities and construction environments, and a hands-on, collaborative leadership style.

Position Overview

A renowned 4,000-acre nature reserve and eco-tour destination on the North Shore of Oʻahu that blends conservation, cultural heritage, and outdoor recreation is seeking a senior leader to oversee all construction, facilities, landscaping, and housing/property operations across a large, complex property that includes residential housing, visitor-facing facilities, and cultural and natural assets. This executive-level role partners closely with senior leadership to plan and execute capital projects, maintain existing infrastructure, and ensure all physical assets support long-term sustainability, preservation, and guest experience goals.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee Facilities, Construction, Landscaping, and Housing/Property teams
• Manage capital projects including new construction, renovations, and infrastructure improvements
• Oversee daily facilities operations, maintenance programs, and vendor relationships
• Direct landscape operations including grounds maintenance, irrigation, and land stewardship initiatives
• Oversee housing and property operations across a portfolio of residential and mixed-use properties
• Ensure compliance with building codes, permitting, land-use regulations, and safety standards
• Develop and manage budgets, long-term plans, and operational priorities
• Serve as a senior point of contact with contractors, consultants, and internal stakeholders

Skills

• Leadership of multidisciplinary teams (facilities, construction, property, landscape)
• Capital project planning and execution
• Facilities and infrastructure management
• Vendor and contractor management
• Budgeting and financial oversight
• Regulatory compliance (building codes, permitting, land use)
• Strong communication and stakeholder management
• Ability to balance strategic planning with hands-on execution

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Facilities Management, Property Management, or a related field
• 7 years’ experience overseeing large-scale facilities, construction, or property operations.
• Experience managing complex projects, multiple teams, and budgets
• Working knowledge of building codes, permitting, and land-use regulations
• Strong leadership presence with the ability to represent the organization externally
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced, hands-on environment

Compensation

This role offers a competitive salary starting at $160,000, with the potential to go higher for candidates with relevant experience and expertise.