Project Director | Legends Global Owner's Representation

The Project Director reports to a senior executive or vice-president and serves as the primary point of accountability for the successful delivery of complex sports and entertainment venue development projects—from design through turnover and closeout. Partnering closely with clients, design teams, and construction partners, the Project Director leads on-site operations with precision, discipline, and a collaborative mindset. This role demands an experienced industry professional who can manage competing priorities, build trusted relationships across stakeholder groups, and drive results in fast-paced, high-stakes environments. We are seeking experienced industry professionals with prior sports venue development experience.

Responsibilities

Lead on-site project execution; Oversee all on-site activities and manage project staff; Coordinate and monitor design and construction team progress; Oversee management of third parties including consultants, testing and inspection services, owner direct vendors, permitting and approval processes, and insurance programs; Assemble and maintain reliable project budgets; Track schedule performance and advise on recovery measures; Manage procurement and accounting processes; Manage procurement and coordination of contractors, vendors, and consultants; Assist in obtaining permits, inspections, and approvals; Monitor quality and manage resolution of non-compliance; Maintain comprehensive project files, documentation, meeting minutes, and reporting; Serve as primary communication link between clients, stakeholders, and internal teams; Build trusted relationships with clients and partners; Oversee internal project costs including staffing, invoices, receivables, reimbursables, and expenses; Mentor, train, and develop project staff; Manage project startup including staffing plans, budgets, schedules, and agreements; Lead project turnover and close out contracts and accounts

Requirements

20+ years of experience as a project engineer, project manager, or construction administration representative for a major design, construction, or program management firm; Proven track record delivering complex, large-scale projects in sports and entertainment venue development from design through closeout; Deep financial and scheduling acumen, with the ability to assemble reliable budgets, manage adherence, and drive accountability; Strong communication and interpersonal skills; Superior collaboration skills and relationship-driven approach; Proficiency with MS 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint), Procore, Bluebeam, and MS Project or Primavera P6; Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver all project deliverables on time in fast-paced, high-pressure environments; Flexibility to work non-traditional hours and willingness to be on-site full-time; heavy travel or relocation to project site required; Prior sports venue development experience

Nice to have

Bachelor's Degree in Project Management, Construction Management, Construction Engineering, Building Construction, Engineering, or Architecture (preferred)

Benefits

medical insurance; dental insurance; vision insurance; life insurance; disability insurance; paid vacation; 401k plan