Project Director
Company: Alston Construction
Location: Allentown
Posted on: February 20, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Salary: Job Title: Project
Director Job Summary: Responsible for assisting management in the
general business operations of the company by directing and
overseeing the operations and activities of assigned projects and
project teams. The Project Director manages large, complex projects
or multiple smaller projects, mentors project management staff, and
ensures projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget,
and meet profitability goals while promoting strong client
relationships and the companys reputation. Essential Duties and
Responsibilities will include: Direct and oversee assigned projects
and project teams to ensure quality completion on time and within
budget. Mentor, train, and develop project management staff;
identify workforce development needs. Review contracts, design
documents, and submittals for compliance and risk mitigation.
Prepare project specifications, budgets, and schedules; monitor
progress and profitability. Maintain strong client relationships;
communicate project status and resolve issues promptly. Identify
and manage changes in project scope; prepare and process change
orders. Oversee subcontractor procurement and ensure compliance
with prequalification requirements. Lead or participate in
responses to Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and assemble design
teams. Promote and enforce company policies, safety standards, and
best practices. Assist with marketing and business development
efforts for new and existing clients. Other relevant duties.
Education, Experience, and Licensing/Certifications include: Degree
in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field; minimum
10 years of experience managing construction projects for a general
contractor. Design-build experience on relevant project types.
Valid state-issued drivers license with satisfactory driving
record. About Alston Construction: Alston Construction Company is a
nationwide general contractor, with more than 20 offices coast to
coast. For over 35 years we have delivered on our promises to our
employees, clients, and business partners. We offer extremely
competitive salaries, a superb benefits package, and a great place
to work! In addition to routinely receiving awards for our projects
and safety performance, we have also received numerous Best Places
to Work awards! We look for passionate construction professionals
who share our core values, to include: commitment, integrity,
teamwork, and respect. As our CEO, Paul Little, says In order to be
successful at Alston Construction, you must enjoy seeing success in
others. If this sounds like you and what youre looking for, wed
love to hear from you! Our top tier benefits package includes
medical, dental, vision, prescription safety glasses, short-term
disability, long-term disability, life insurance/AD&D, HSA,
health FSA, dependent daycare FSA, EAP, 401(k), Roth 401(k),
After-Tax Roth In-Plan Conversion; paid vacation and sick time,
paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, Tickets at Work, paid
Identity Theft Protection (family coverage) and more! Alston
Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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