Project Principal

Accountabilities: Serve as the senior client relationship manager and executive point of contact for project stakeholders. Establish and proactively communicate project objectives, success criteria, and client commitments from preconstruction through closeout. Maintain a visible and engaged presence with clients, project teams, and field personnel throughout project execution. Support Project Managers and Superintendents in managing project strategy, stakeholder communication, and issue resolution. Ensure project teams consistently revisit and align decisions with established project goals, budgets, schedules, and client expectations. Participate in project kickoff meetings, Internal Project Reviews (IPRs), milestone reviews, and project closeout activities. Support successful project transitions to the Service Department.

Project Delivery: Success Outcome: Ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and in accordance with company quality, schedule, and operational standards.

Accountabilities: Provide executive oversight and support across all critical project success factors, including:

• Preconstruction and estimating
• Contract administration
• Safety performance
• Scheduling and resource planning
• Quality assurance and quality control
• Financial management
• Project closeout
• Stakeholder relationships

Accountabilities: Champion quality assurance processes focused on minimizing defects, rework, warranty claims, and client concerns. Support proactive problem-solving and early issue identification to protect project outcomes. Hold project teams accountable for delivering work consistent with company standards and client expectations. Lead by example by demonstrating an uncompromising commitment to safety. Ensure project teams prioritize safe work practices and compliance with company safety standards. Team Leadership & Talent DevelopmentSuccess Outcome: Build high-performing project teams through coaching, accountability, collaboration, and workforce planning.

Accountabilities: Model company values, professionalism, accountability, and leadership behaviors. Collaborate with Regional Principals, Project Managers and Superintendents to identify staffing needs and resource requirements. Participate in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, onboarding, and workforce planning efforts for assigned projects. Coach, mentor, and support Project Managers, Superintendents, and other team members in achieving project and professional goals. Provide timely, constructive feedback and support employee development. Conduct performance evaluations and contribute to succession planning efforts. Support disciplinary and performance management processes in partnership with Human Resources. Foster an inclusive, respectful, and collaborative work environment. Market Growth & Business DevelopmentSuccess Outcome: Develop and maintain strong client, architect, consultant, and subcontractor relationships that generate profitable work aligned with company goals and regional growth strategies.

Accountabilities: Build and maintain trusted relationships with clients, architects, consultants, subcontractors, and industry partners Nationally - not just in assigned region. Collaborate with other Principals, Business Development Director and Marketing team to support business development initiatives and maintain brand consistency. Partner with the Regional Principal to identify, pursue, and secure qualified project opportunities. Participate in interviews, presentations, contract negotiations, and project acquisition efforts. Represent the company in professional, charitable, and community organizations. Maintain accurate project pipeline and opportunity information within company systems. Champion the company's full suite of services, including construction, millwork, and service offerings.

Travel Requirement: Travel to Palm Beach and Miami is required for this role. Frequent local and national travel is required. 50-75% of time, depending on project locations as well. WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEEDTo be successful as a Dowbuilt Project Principal, you'll need: Bachelor's degree in construction management, Engineering, Building Science, or a related field; equivalent industry experience may be considered Minimum 10 years of progressively responsible construction management experience, preferably in high-end residential construction Demonstrated experience leading complex projects from preconstruction through closeout Strong understanding of architectural, engineering, and design processes Working knowledge of permitting, inspections, and jurisdictional approval processes Ability to interpret architectural drawings, specifications, and contract documents. Familiarity with accounting and ERP systems High level of proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite Experience with project management and collaboration platforms such as Smartsheet, Egnyte, Slack, and Procore preferred Familiarity with Bluebeam and/or Adobe Acrobat preferred Strategic thinking and sound business judgment Financial acumen and risk management capability Exceptional communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills Ability to influence and lead diverse teams across multiple projects and locations Commitment to accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence Demonstrated ability to foster trust, collaboration, and positive team culture Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and respectful workplace practicesESENTIAL FUNCTIONSAbility to work minimum Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm, not including commute timeMust have reliable transportation to get to/from work safely and on timeMust comply with Dowbuilt's drug and alcohol policy Must pass a criminal background check and pre-employment drug screen Demonstrates discretion and treats all proprietary company information as strictly confidential outside, and in some cases within, the company Maintain the credibility of Dowbuilt by operating with integrity and accountability Lead in ways that improve and promote quality throughout the companyU.S. work authorization Travel to Palm Beach and Miami is required for this role.

WHAT WE OFFER: We are a fun, easygoing bunch of professionals who take a lot of pride in the work we do. We acknowledge the contributions and talents of our team members by providing benefits that support you at work and in life: Competitive pay commensurate with skills and experience 100% paid Medical, Dental, Vision, short-term disability and $50k in basic life insurance for full-time employees - 1st of the month following DOH35% Medical and 30% Dental + Vision coverage for eligible dependents 401(k) retirement savings plan with 3% employer safe harbor contribution8 paid holidays each year, no waiting period Paid Time-Off (PTO) - 2.31 hours per week to start (120 hours annually) with an increase to this accrual each January with years of service up to max 192 hours/24 days annually Mentorship and career development opportunities Annual discretionary bonusWHO WE AREDowbuilt is a construction company founded in 1980, and today our talented teams can be found from coast to coast. We excel at cutting-edge, innovative, never-been-done-before residential projects and home service-all of which require precision and impeccable attention to detail. We work with top architects, and our builds are regularly featured in publications such as Architectural Digest, Architectural Record, and Dwell. The Dowbuilt culture is one of care-care for our employees, clients, and the talented craftspeople we partner with-resulting in care for the incredible designs we bring to life.

HOW YOU'LL MAKE AN IMPACT: We're committed to investing in our team members' ongoing professional development, and as a leader with Dowbuilt, you play a big part in ensuring that your team has equal opportunity to play to their strengths, fill gaps in knowledge and grow professionally. Effective career development requires two-way, open communication between employee and manager. This means expectation setting happens on both sides, along with support, mentorship, and goal setting at regular intervals. Find out how you can take your own career to the next level and inspire the next generation of talent with Dowbuilt. Dowbuilt is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status