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Construction DirectorRiver City Construction • Peoria, Illinois, United States, 61602
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Construction Director

Construction Director

River City Construction • Peoria, Illinois, United States, 61602
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Date Posted : 07 / 11 / 2025

Location : Peoria, IL

Job Category : Applicant Tracking

Salary Interval : Salaried

Pay Range : N / A

Please fill out the requested personal contact information and fill out your past employment information. Upload your resume and, if desired, a cover letter to the attachments link below.

River City Construction LLC (RCC) is seeking a Construction Director with extensive industry experience to lead and inspire a team of Project Engineers, Project Managers, and Senior Project Managers. This individual will drive operational excellence and project performance across RCC’s operations in the Central Illinois region while maintaining alignment with our organization's purpose, vision, values, and strategy.

This is a pivotal leadership role responsible for fostering a high-performing project management team, improving and evolving operational processes, and ensuring client-focused execution on all projects.

Why RCC?

At River City Construction, we don’t just build buildings—we build partnerships, communities, and careers. Join a team committed to continuous improvement, leadership development, and delivering exceptional results, all while staying grounded in a purpose-driven culture.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Operational Performance

  • Implement long-term plans aligned with RCC’s strategic goals, ensuring operational readiness and scalable processes.
  • Lead change management efforts related to new systems, processes, and technologies to support continuous improvement.
  • Proactively identify and mitigate project and operational risks to ensure consistent delivery across all projects.
  • Use performance data and KPIs to drive project outcomes, profitability, and continuous improvement.
  • Maintain a deep understanding of construction processes, building codes, and safety requirements across market sectors.

Project & Client Delivery

  • Oversee a portfolio of projects, ensuring alignment to scope, budget, quality, and schedule milestones.
  • Foster client and partner relationships from pursuit through closeout, serving as a trusted representative of RCC.
  • Optimize team resourcing and ensure project teams are aligned to client expectations and project complexity.
  • Resolve conflicts or disputes efficiently with subcontractors, suppliers, design partners, and internal stakeholders.

    • People Leadership & Team Development

  • Create a culture of collaboration, trust, and accountability within the Operations team.
  • Mentor and develop Project Engineers, Project Managers, and Senior Project Managers, providing clear performance expectations and growth opportunities.
  • Design and implement formal training and onboarding programs to ensure technical and leadership readiness.
  • Empower project teams through effective delegation while supporting their development and decision-making autonomy.
  • Build leadership pipelines and succession plans to grow future talent from within.

    • Communication, Reporting & Decision Making

  • Clearly articulate goals, expectations, and outcomes across all levels of the project and operations team.
  • Provide executive-level reporting on key project and departmental metrics, challenges, and successes.
  • Make timely, informed decisions based on data, experience, and RCC’s core values—especially under pressure.
  • Anticipate and address project and team dynamics by adjusting leadership strategies as needed.

    • Excellence in Safety, Quality & Compliance

  • Champion a safety-first culture and ensure all project teams follow safety guidelines and protocols.
  • Uphold the highest quality standards across all workstreams—self-perform, subcontractors, and partners.
  • Ensure regulatory compliance (e.g., EEO, DOL, OSHA) and proactively address gaps or issues as they arise.

    • Innovation & Continuous Improvement

  • Identify inefficiencies and lead initiatives to streamline the project management lifecycle.
  • Research and implement technologies that enhance productivity, collaboration, and data visibility.
  • Encourage innovation within teams to support RCC’s Strategic Objectives and long-term growth.

    • Qualifications

  • Experience : 15+ years of construction management experience, including at least 5 years in senior leadership roles overseeing projects $50M+.
  • Delivery Methods : Experience across multiple delivery methods, including Design-Bid-Build, Design-Build, and CMR.
  • Education : Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field required.
  • Leadership : Proven ability to lead and develop multidisciplinary, high-performing teams. Committed to servant leadership and emotional intelligence.
  • Communication : Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to influence, collaborate, and build trust across diverse teams.
  • Technology : Proficient in project management software and emerging construction technologies; committed to driving operational innovation.

    • Certifications (Preferred)

  • OSHA 10-hour Certification
  • LEED, PMP, USACE CQM, PE, or AIA accreditations

    • At this time, we are unable to sponsor work visas. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship.

    River City Construction provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

    If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our website as a result of your disability, you can request reasonable accommodation by calling 1.309.694.3120 or by sending an email to mpfoff@rccllc.com.

    All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need.

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