Director of Operations

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee construction activities across assigned projects and regions
• Manage project managers, superintendents, field teams, and subcontractors
• Monitor daily project progress, resource allocation, cost control, and schedule adherence
• Enforce site safety, environmental compliance, and quality assurance protocols
• Collaborate with executive leadership to align operational objectives with company goals
• Support bid preparation, labor forecasting, and subcontractor onboarding
• Conduct site visits, job audits, and performance reviews for staff and contractors
• Resolve operational challenges and escalate critical project risks as needed
• Maintain consistent communication with clients and internal stakeholders
• Drive continuous improvement and the adoption of standardized processes and tools

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred
• Experience: Minimum 7 years of progressive experience in construction operations, with 3+ in a leadership role
• Proven ability to manage multi-site construction activities and diverse project scopes
• Strong knowledge of field construction processes, scheduling, and cost control
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills
• Exposure: Internal - Collaborates with field leadership, project teams, scheduling, and finance; External - Interfaces with subcontractors, clients, municipalities, and regulatory bodies
• Routine travel to project sites and regional offices required