Director of Construction Operations

Director of Construction Operations
Location: Plano, Texas
Salary: $140,000 - $150,000 Base + Bonus + Benefits
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401k, PTO
Job Type: Full-Time
Start Date: ASAP
Sponsorship is not available
Relocation assistance not available

Director of Construction Operations Description

Our client is looking for a Director of Construction Operations to own their General Contracting (GC) division's performance and profitability, from estimating through closeout. In this concentrated, hands-on leadership role, you'll run day-to-day operations, lead a team of estimators, project managers, construction managers, and field superintendents, and serve as a key face of the firm to municipal clients. You'll also partner with executive leadership on strategic growth. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, make quick decisions, and take pride in building profitable, well-run operations, then this role is built for you.

Director of Construction Operations Responsibilities

• Own division profitability; track job costing and manage project financials
• Lead and develop estimators, project managers, construction managers, and field superintendents
• Oversee daily operations across estimating, project management, and field execution
• Review and negotiate contracts, change orders, and project paperwork
• Read and interpret drawings and scopes across grading, storm/sewer, hardscapes, electrical, plumbing, landscaping, parking lots, and amenity buildings
• Drive business development with municipalities and existing clients
• Identify project risks early and develop strategies to maintain schedules, budgets, and quality standards
• Negotiate pricing, scope, and terms with vendors and subcontractors
• Present performance updates to company leadership
• Partner with leadership on strategic initiatives and growth


Director of Construction Operations Qualifications

• 5+ years of construction management experience required
• 5+ years of experience leading teams required
• Strong command of contracts, change orders, drawings, and scopes of work required
• Proficiency with job costing, reporting, and profitability management required
• Proficiency with construction software required