Director of Construction Management - Dandelion Energy : Job Details

Dandelion Energy is transforming how homes are heated and cooled—starting from (below) the ground up. As the nation's leading residential geothermal company, we design, install, and maintain all-in-one heating and cooling systems that are cleaner, quieter, and up to 4x more efficient than traditional HVAC, with a focus on large, scaled deployments to large homebuilders. We're an ambitious (and growing) team on a mission to revolutionize home heating.

Backed by Google Ventures (GV) and other top tech investors, our end-to-end geothermal solution is breaking the status quo of residential heating and cooling technology, and we're scaling rapidly to meet demand. Whether we're serving national homebuilders or individual homeowners, our mission is the same: to make geothermal the default choice for heating and cooling in the U.S.

About the job:

We are seeking a Director of Project Management to lead our execution of major projects across the Denver, Colorado area – one of the most dynamic and opportunity-rich markets in our portfolio.

This role will oversee the complete project lifecycle—from pre-construction planning through final quality assurance—for geothermal HVAC system deployments in new residential communities, including single-family homes, townhomes, and low- to mid-rise multifamily developments. Responsibilities will encompass budget management, timeline coordination, stakeholder relationship management, and project execution.

As a senior leader on our growing team, you'll be at the forefront of scaling geothermal deployment statewide, with a chance to shape major customer relationships, internal processes, team structure, and contractor networks. We're looking for someone with deep construction management experience, strong internal and external leadership skills, sharp financial and operational acumen, and a forward-thinking mindset who thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

This role will be the primary point person for the company in multiple large deployments, orchestrating the success of a project from beginning to end, and includes the following critical responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end project success from pre-construction planning through final commissioning across multiple Denver-area homebuilder sites

Bring leadership experience to drive high-quality and high-output performance across teams and stakeholders, and ensure customer engagement and satisfaction

Customer and Stakeholder Management

• Serve as primary client interface with major homebuilders and developers, representing the company at executive levels
• Build strategic subcontractor relationships with clear expectations and accountability
• Lead cross-functional communication with field crews, engineers, and leadership to maximize alignment

Schedule Management, Quality Assurance & Process Optimization

• Manage timely, comprehensive, and highest-quality execution across teams and subcontractors, ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery to quality standards
• Own critical project elements including scheduling, permitting strategy, subcontractor selection and negotiation, value engineering, and QA/QC

Systems & Tools

• Optimize project management tools for schedule tracking, financial oversight, change orders, and documentation
• Champion continuous improvement through process optimization and technology adoption

Strategic Input & Innovation

• Serve as a senior thought partner to the company, offering lessons learned, regional insights, and strategic recommendations
• Help shape how we grow and deliver geothermal construction projects throughout Colorado

You will thrive in this role if you have:

• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• A commitment to exceptional, highest-quality, high-output performance.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail and meeting deadlines.

Must-haves:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field. Master's degree is a plus.
• 8+ years experience in project management within the construction industry, preferably in residential developments.
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies, building codes, and industry regulations.
• Proficiency in project management software (Smartsheet, etc.), Salesforce, and Google Suite.
• Willingness to travel (primarily across Colorado) as required for project site visits and meetings.

The expected base salary for this exempt role in Colorado is $150,000-$175,000. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors permitted by law. This position also has an equity component as part of the overall compensation package.

You'll love working at Dandelion because:

Since spinning out of Google X in 2017, Dandelion Energy has been transforming home heating and cooling through cutting-edge geothermal technology. We design and install the most efficient residential heat pump in the U.S., serving both individual homeowners and some of the nation's largest homebuilders.

Our team has elevated the profile of geothermal heat pumps nationally, delivered thousands of high-quality installations across the country, and successfully championed electrification-friendly policy at local and federal levels.

We're a multidisciplinary, mission-driven team of experts—spanning hardware engineering, HVAC, drilling, solar finance, behavioral economics, and startup operations—united by a shared mission: to make clean, affordable heating and cooling the default for every home. The work is complex, meaningful, and built to scale.

We foster a collaborative, fast-paced, and inclusive work culture where cross-functional teamwork, curiosity, and continuous learning are core to how we operate. Our nationwide team is united by a shared passion for sustainability and a commitment to scaling clean, affordable energy solutions that make a real difference.

We're driving a wholesale shift in how homes are heated and cooled—join us.

Benefits & Perks:

• Medical (including mental health), dental, vision, and pet insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Stock/equity options
• Generous paid sick leave, vacation, and parental leave
• Learning & development support, including on-the-job training and virtual courses

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