ABOUT SPEEDBOAT
SPEEDBOAT is a Hollywood-based atelier established in 2019. At the heart of our practice is an authentic, unmediated connection to history, theory, labor, and materiality, and the broader context of the city.
Bootstrapped from the start, we maintain architecture, design, and construction divisions, managing residential, commercial, and cultural projects in Los Angeles and beyond. We combine the best of a boutique firm and a corporate company—recognized by our peers as one of the most organized and structured studios in our class. We maintain the highest standards for our clients and for each other. Mentorship and upward mobility are core to our practice, and our culture emphasizes direct feedback, sustained professional growth, and creating an environment where colleagues learn from one another and thrive.
THE ROLE
We are seeking a Construction Director to lead field operations for our construction division. We’re looking for an accomplished construction manager with a carpentry background and a demonstrated history of excellence in commercial construction and high-end residential work who can balance project delivery excellence with business development, bring an existing network of clients and trade partners, and deliver results.
This is a field leadership role. You will oversee project delivery from the ground up, managing site superintendents, project coordinators, and trade partners while maintaining close communication with owners, architects, and their representatives. You should be deeply familiar with project management, cost control, and contract management, and be capable of building and leading teams that deliver exceptional work.
This role is for someone who remains hungry and ambitious, with a resume demonstrating professional excellence aligned with our brand. It’s ideal for someone who wants to focus on the craft of building within a branded studio with design integrity, rather than managing the challenges of going it alone. You’ll have the infrastructure and resources of SPEEDBOAT behind you, the opportunity to work across architecture, design, and construction divisions, and growing decision-making authority as you build the team.
We’re looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, who brings energy and momentum to managing multiple concurrent projects in a busy urban context, and who is energized rather than drained by the pace and intensity of this work.
We have wonderful clients with great projects in Altadena, Pasadena, Silver Lake, and beyond. We seek individuals interested in building for permanence, bringing curiosity and optimism to their work, with the spirit of a true builder—close to construction, to the earth, the light, the air.
Responsibilities
- Generating new business through your existing network and new relationships
- Cultivating and maintaining client and trade partner relationships
- Leading client presentations, proposals, and negotiations
- Leading field operations and project delivery across multiple job sites
- Building, managing, and mentoring teams including site superintendents and project coordinators
- Overseeing project scheduling, sequencing, and subcontractor coordination
- Managing project financials, budgets, and cost control
- Administering contracts with subcontractors and vendors
- Ensuring quality control and adherence to design intent
- Communicating with owners, architects, and their representatives
- Coordinating with architecture and design divisions on integrated project delivery
- Maintaining site safety and compliance
Qualifications
Experience & Background
- Carpentry background with progression into construction management
- Demonstrated history of excellence in commercial and high-end residential construction
- Proven track record of business development and bringing in new work
- Proven experience building and leading field teams
- Existing professional network in Los Angeles (clients, trade partners, vendors, subcontractors)
- California Contractor’s License preferred
Technical Skills
- Deep knowledge of construction methods, materials, and detailing
- Strong project management and scheduling abilities
- Experience with cost control and budget management
- Familiarity with contract management and administration
- Understanding of permitting, inspections, and code compliance
Leadership & Communication
- Ability to lead site superintendents, project coordinators, and trade teams
- Strong communication skills with owners, architects, and their representatives
- Experience delivering high-end projects with design sensitivity
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Entrepreneurial mindset with comfort around accountability and ambitious goals
- Self-motivated and able to work autonomously
- Deep dedication to the craft of building
- Interest in working across architecture, design, and construction disciplines
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive base salary commensurate with experience
- Significant performance-based incentives tied to business development and revenue generation
- Potential for equity/ownership stake based on performance
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
- Professional development stipend
- Dog-friendly workplace
To Apply
Please submit the following to info@speedboat.la:
- Resume
- Cover letter describing your construction background, business development track record, and interest in the role
- Project list showing built work, with emphasis on quality, scale, and your role in delivery
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