Director of Construction - Residential Design Build

ABOUT THE ROLE

WINN Design Build is a luxury residential design-build firm established in 2002, seeking a Director of Construction to lead field operations with full ownership of project profitability and client satisfaction. You’ll manage 4–6 concurrent custom and semi-custom projects, develop a team of Project Managers, and build the operational systems that scale our business—including support for Venli Homes, our new Scandinavian-inspired semi-custom product line.

Reports to the Founder Principal.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Build and Lead the Team

•       Lead, coach, and hold Project Managers accountable for GP, NPS, and project outcomes

•       Establish a regular PM coaching cadence with weekly one-on-ones and structured development plans

•       Create clear delegation frameworks and decision-making authorities

•       Facilitate weekly production meetings and maintain team alignment

Create Systems That Scale

•       Design estimating systems and costing database for consistent, accurate project pricing

•       Document “The Winn Way”—company standards covering key processes and trade scopes

•       Develop PM empowerment tools: budget protocols, schedule frameworks, decision authorities

•       Establish subcontractor performance tracking and feedback systems

Ensure Project Success

•       Serve as escalation point for schedule, budget, and quality challenges

•       Monitor project financials and proactively address budget variances

•       Manage trade partner relationships and oversee purchasing strategies

Drive Strategic Growth

•       Contribute construction operations expertise to the Venli Homes product line

•       Participate in annual production planning and capacity forecasting

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

•       7 years residential construction experience including ground-up new construction

•       3 years leading construction teams and developing direct reports

•       Experience managing multiple concurrent projects ($1M values)

•       Track record building systems that improve operational performance

•       Strong integrity, accountability, and genuine interest in developing others

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

•       $150,000–$160,000 base salary, commensurate with experience

•       Up to $30,000 annual performance incentive tied to gross profit margin and client satisfaction

•       Health, dental, and vision insurance

•       401(k) with company match

•       Paid time off and paid holidays

•       Professional development opportunities

WHY WINN

•       Autonomy: Build systems and run production your way

•       Impact: Your work directly shapes company culture, client experience, and profitability

•       Growth: Influence Venli Homes from the ground up

•       Stability: Established firm with a strong luxury market reputation since 2002

•       Team: Capable PMs and a detail-oriented Production Coordinator who has your back

•       Values: A company that genuinely values craftsmanship, integrity, and continuous improvement

HOW TO APPLY

Submit your resume to mel@winndesign.com with a brief cover letter addressing:

•       Your approach to developing less-experienced project managers

•       A specific example of a system or process you built that improved outcomes

•       Why you’re interested in this role at WINN

WINN Design Build is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive team.