Director of Operations Construction Services

Worth & Company, Inc.

$100K — $130K *
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years in construction management or operations leadership
  • Track record managing large-scale construction projects
  • Experience with budgets and financial performance
  • Leadership in managing managers and cross-functional teams
  • Strong emotional intelligence with diverse personalities

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute strategic plans for the construction division
  • Align construction operations with company-wide goals
  • Lead and mentor departmental managers and functional leaders
  • Oversee all project phases from planning to execution
  • Negotiate contracts with customers and subcontractors
  • Review budgets and financial reports for the division
  • Identify and mitigate operational risks

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Employer-paid short and long-term disability
  • Employer-paid life insurance up to $50,000
  • Employee stock ownership program
  • 401(k) matching program
  • Referral bonus program
  • Paid time off and holidays
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Position Description

Job description:

Job Title: Executive Director of Construction Services

The Director of Operations Construction Services is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing the strategic, operational, and financial performance of the construction division. Sitting directly beneath the Vice President, this role drives division-wide goals, ensures operational excellence, and leads the planning, execution, and delivery of construction projects. The Director provides high-level leadership across design, fabrication, field operations, budgeting, safety, compliance, and team development.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

  • Develop and execute strategic plans to enhance division productivity, performance, and profitability.
  • Align construction operations with company-wide goals and long-term business objectives.
  • Collaborate with executive leadership to refine operational strategies, business processes, and growth initiatives.


Team & Leadership Management

  • Lead, mentor, and support departmental managers and functional leaders.
  • Promote a collaborative, transparent, and high-performing work environment.
  • Set clear performance expectations and ensure strong communication across all teams.
  • Partner with sales and marketing to ensure project alignment with market demands and revenue goals.


Project Oversight

  • Oversee all phases of project lifecycle-including planning, design, fabrication, and execution.
  • Ensure adherence to safety standards, quality metrics, compliance requirements, and industry best practices.
  • Negotiate and manage contracts with customers, vendors, and subcontractors, ensuring favorable terms and risk mitigation.
  • Provide final approval on high-impact project decisions and resource allocation.


Financial & Business Management

  • Review and approve budgets, forecasts, and financial reports for the division.
  • Monitor overall financial performance, driving profitability, cost control, and operational efficiency.
  • Identify opportunities for revenue growth and operational improvement.


Risk Management & Compliance

  • Identify operational and project-related risks and implement mitigation strategies.
  • Ensure regulatory compliance, adherence to safety protocols, and alignment with company policies.
  • Implement process improvements to proactively reduce risk across all construction operations.


External & Internal Representation

  • Represent the company at industry events, public meetings, and community engagements.
  • Strengthen and uphold the company's professional reputation with clients, partners, and internal teams.
  • Serve as a key liaison between executive leadership, internal departments, and strategic partners.


Skills & Competencies

  • Strong and extensive leadership skills with proven success managing large, diverse teams.
  • Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal abilities.
  • Deep industry knowledge across construction operations, fabrication, production workflows, and financial management.
  • High emotional intelligence with the ability to lead a wide range of personalities-from senior managers to production staff.
  • Excellent problem-solving abilities; quick thinker with strong decision-making skills.
  • High attention to detail and a passion for innovation and continuous improvement.
  • Self-motivated, proactive, and comfortable operating at both strategic and operational levels.


Benefits:

  • Health Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Employer Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability
  • Employer Paid Life Insurance Policy up to $50,000
  • Employee Stock Ownership Program
  • 401(k) Matching Program
  • Referral Bonus Program
  • Paid Time Off & Holidays


**Compensation is based on experience and may be adjusted accordingly.**

Position Requirements

Experience & Qualifications

  • Minimum 10 years of experience in construction management, operations leadership, or related fields.
  • Proven track record successfully managing large-scale construction projects from concept through completion.
  • Experience overseeing budgets, financial performance, and complex operational functions.
  • Demonstrated leadership experience in managing managers and cross-functional teams.

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