About this role
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