Director of Construction - Civil

Director of Construction – Civil Construction - St. Louis, MO Metric Geo is confidentially partnered with an established heavy civil contractor in the St. Louis market to identify an experienced Director of Construction to join their leadership team. This is a senior-level opportunity for a proven construction leader who can oversee project delivery, develop project and field teams, and ensure projects are executed safely, efficiently, on schedule, and profitably. Key Responsibilities Provide leadership and oversight across active construction projects Manage and develop Project Managers, Superintendents, and field leadership Oversee project schedules, budgets, costs, production, and overall performance Ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, and in accordance with contract requirements Review project performance and identify opportunities to improve productivity and profitability Assist project teams with complex scheduling, contractual, and operational issues Coordinate manpower, equipment, materials, and resources across projects Work closely with estimating and preconstruction teams during project handoff Maintain strong relationships with owners, municipalities, engineers, subcontractors, and vendors Establish consistent construction processes, standards, and accountability across project teams Recruit, mentor, and develop high-performing project and field personnel Participate in project planning, forecasting, and strategic construction decisions Support the company's continued growth through strong project execution and client relationships Ideal Background 10+ years of experience in heavy civil construction Previous experience as a Director of Construction, Senior Project Manager, General Superintendent, or similar leadership position Strong background in earthwork, underground utilities, site development, grading or related civil construction Proven experience overseeing multiple projects and project teams Strong understanding of construction schedules, budgets, contracts, forecasting, and project financials Demonstrated ability to lead and develop Project Managers and Superintendents Experience with DOT, municipal, commercial, or other public-sector projects preferred Strong relationships within the St. Louis/Missouri construction market highly valued Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills #J-18808-Ljbffr Metric Geo