Director of Construction

Leidos specializes in a wide range of commercial construction projects, including Tenant Improvements, Manufacturing, Labs, and Classified Spaces. Leidos is seeking an experienced Director to oversee the construction efforts, ensuring continued growth and project excellence.

Role Overview:
The Director of Construction will be responsible for the overall leadership and strategic direction of the construction division in Huntsville, Alabama. This individual will oversee day-to-day operations, lead project management teams, and ensure all construction activities are executed efficiently, safely, and with a strong focus on quality and client satisfaction.
The Director of Construction is a senior-level position for someone with a proven track record of managing teams, optimizing operations, and delivering successful commercial projects.

Key Responsibilities:
•Provide strategic leadership and vision for the construction project operations and strategic project planning.
•Oversee and manage all phases of construction projects from pre-construction to closeout.
•Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in accordance with quality standards.
•Lead and mentor the third-party project management execution team.
•Drive process improvements and operational efficiency across all project sites
•Work closely with executive leadership to align project execution with company goals and strategic focus.
•Oversee project budgeting, scheduling, risk management, and resource planning.
•Serve as the primary point of contact for high-level client communications and project performance updates.
•Build and maintain relationships with Leidos business sector organizations.

Qualifications:
•Bachelor’s degree and 15+ years of experience in commercial construction with a concentration on Manufacturing facility projects, with at least 5 years in a senior operations or executive-level role. Additional years experience may be used in lieu of a degree. Degree in in construction management, Engineering, or a related field (preferred).
•Strong background in managing a diverse portfolio of commercial projects (e.g., classified projects, commercial office spaces, and manufacturing.
•Proven ability to lead, mentor, and inspire teams across multiple projects
•Deep understanding of construction operations, contracts, scheduling, and budgeting.
•Exceptional leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
•Strong business acumen and the ability to make data-driven decisions
•Familiarity with construction management software and other Office 360 applications such as Excel, PowerPoint & MS Project.

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Original Posting:

December 4, 2025

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:

Pay Range $124,800.00 - $225,600.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.