Director of Operations - Commercial

About the Role

The Construction Director of Operations will translate the company’s strategic growth plans into an actionable and defined operational plan. This position oversees the day-to-day activities of construction operations, ensuring the identification, acquisition, and profitable completion of projects to meet division goals.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Provide daily leadership of the team and support team members as needed.
• Participate in the hiring and training of team members.
• Organize and oversee project teams to ensure timely and on-budget completion.
• Conduct timely and constructive performance evaluations.
• Handle discipline and termination of employees in accordance with company policy.

Responsibilities

• Business Development:
  • Uphold and present a positive image of the organization to employees, clients, and communities.
  • Support client relations and develop new clients.
  • Identify potential new markets and opportunities.
  • Work with the Business Development Department to develop strategies and project pursuit plans.
  • Assist in the development and writing of project proposals.
  • Provide guidance to project teams during presentations.
• Preconstruction:
  • Oversee coordination with the preconstruction department to provide pre-construction and estimating services.
  • Oversee the completion of owner deliverables during the preconstruction phase.
  • Review owner contracts and collaborate with the Risk Department to negotiate terms and mitigate risks.
• Team Leadership/Management:
  • Encourage a positive work environment through leadership.
  • Coordinate project team assignments.
  • Evaluate strengths and weaknesses of team members.
  • Develop career paths and conduct performance reviews.
• Project Operations:
  • Accountable for specific components of construction operations in the Division or Region as assigned.
  • Accountable for the success of construction business development efforts and project execution processes.
  • Provide construction support to Project Managers.
  • Review project safety efforts to ensure compliance and a safe jobsite.
  • Review project schedules to maintain success.
  • Review project accounting and financial reporting.
• General:
  • Help develop and implement policies and procedures to improve day-to-day operations.

Requirements

• Thorough understanding of practices, theories, and policies involved in business and finance.
• Superior verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Superior managerial and diplomacy skills.
• Extremely proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or construction, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Extensive and diversified background with at least 10 years of related Commercial Construction experience.