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Director of Commercial Construction Operations

David Nice Builders

Job Description

Job Description

Salary: $130.000 - 160,000

David Nice Builders is seeking a seasoned construction executive to serve asDirector of Commercial Construction Operations. This is a senior leadership role with full P&L accountability for our Commercial Division, overseeing a portfolio of private, federal, public sector, and design-build projects.

Reporting directly to the DNB President and Vice President, you will set the strategic and operational direction for the division, lead a high-performing team of project managers and superintendents, and serve as the primary steward of client relationships, project excellence, and division growth. This is a high-visibility role for a leader who thrives with autonomy, entrepreneurial ownership, and a commitment to delivering exceptional results.

Key Responsibilities

  • Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute the Commercial Divisions annual operating plan aligned with company growth objectives. Track KPIs, anticipate market shifts, and contribute to company-wide strategy.
  • Project Portfolio Oversight: Provide executive oversight on all active projects, ensuring on-time, on-budget, high-quality delivery. Chair project review meetings and serve as the escalation point for critical issues.
  • Design-Build Expertise: Lead early-stage budgeting, constructability reviews, pricing strategy, and client presentations for design-build opportunities.
  • Team Leadership & Development: Directly lead, coach, and develop project managers and field leadership. Build bench strength, conduct performance evaluations, and foster a culture of accountability, craftsmanship, integrity, and client service.
  • Financial & P&L Ownership: Manage the full division P&L, enforce financial controls, deliver strong margins, and partner with Finance on forecasting and reporting.
  • Client Relations & Business Development: Own key client relationships, drive repeat business, participate in proposals and networking, and support pursuit of federal and public sector opportunities.
  • Risk, Safety & Quality: Champion risk mitigation, regulatory compliance, safety culture, and rigorous quality standards across all projects.
  • Operational Excellence: Drive process improvements, technology adoption (Procore, Primavera, etc.), and seamless collaboration with Estimating, Pre-Construction, Finance, HR, and the Civil Division.

What You Bring (Qualifications)

Required:

  • 15+ years of progressive commercial construction experience, including at least 5 years in senior leadership with P&L responsibility
  • Proven success delivering complex commercial projects across general contracting, CM-at-risk, and design-build models
  • Strong financial acumen and experience managing division-level profitability
  • Proficiency with construction software (Procore/Viewpoint, Primavera P6 or MS Project)

Preferred:

  • Bachelors or master's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or related field
  • Experience with federal/public sector contracting
  • DBIA certification or strong design-build background
  • Established industry network in commercial construction

Leadership Traits: You are a decisive, high-integrity leader with excellent communication skills, proven team-building ability, and a proactive approach to business development and innovation. You model DNBs values daily and are ready to be an ambassador for our company culture.

Why Join DNB?

  • Opportunity to shape and grow a respected Commercial Division
  • Direct impact on company success with executive-level visibility
  • Collaborative environment that values integrity, craftsmanship, and lasting relationships
  • Competitive compensation package (base salary + performance incentives) commensurate with experience

Location: Norfolk, Virginia area (with projects throughout the region)

Ready to build something exceptional?

If you are a strategic construction leader passionate about delivering construction art through excellence and relationships, we want to hear from you.

Apply today by submitting your resume and a brief note on why youre interested in leading DNBs Commercial Division.

David Nice Builders is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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