Director of Operations

Job Description: Lead and oversee multiple projects and project teams within assigned construction business units, and turn company objectives into measurable goals. Set clear expectations for safety, quality, schedule, productivity, cost control and client satisfaction, and step in early when performance issues arise.

Review project financial performance, job costing, forecasts and profitability, and build corrective action plans for underperforming projects. Work with superintendents, project managers and trade partners to make sure manpower, equipment, materials and subcontractors support project schedules. Support self-perform operations and improve productivity, equipment utilization and workforce planning.

Champion the safety culture, support quality assurance and quality control, and reduce rework, defects and claims. Coach and mentor Project Managers and operational staff, and support succession planning for future leaders. Maintain relationships with clients, architects, engineers and subcontractors, support preconstruction estimating and business development, and share lessons learned across teams.

Requirements

12+ years of progressive construction experience, with 5+ years in construction management or operational leadership. Experience managing multiple complex construction projects and teams. Self-perform experience is preferred. Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business or a related field preferred, or equivalent industry experience.

Proven ability to lead, motivate and develop operational teams and senior leaders. Strong executive leadership, strategic planning, decision-making, conflict resolution and negotiation skills. Strong knowledge of project management, scheduling, estimating, project controls, contracts, cost management, risk management and subcontractor management.

Ability to interpret financial reports, job cost reports, forecasts, schedules and productivity metrics. Experience managing budgets, forecasting, staffing strategies and resource allocation. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with executives, clients, project teams and stakeholders. Professional office environment, with the ability to lift up to 20 lbs.

Moderate to significant travel between project locations and regional and corporate offices.