Director of Operations

Yates Construction

$125K — $150K *
Real Estate & Construction
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management or Engineering with 15+ years of General Contractor experience.
  • Experience with multiple medium to large projects, each over $100M.
  • Alignment with core values: Safety, Integrity, Passion, and Commitment.
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with escalation judgment.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, able to interact with senior management and clients.
  • Proven track record in motivating project teams to exceed goals.
  • Effective negotiation and contract management expertise for owner representation.

Responsibilities

  • Generate leads for project acquisition using industry contacts.
  • Engage in the RFP process and negotiate contracts as needed.
  • Collaborate with Pre-Con team to develop budgets and schedules.
  • Assemble project teams and lead turnover meetings between Pre-Con and Project Teams.
  • Monitor project site performance through regular visits and evaluations.
  • Oversee financial aspects, including Accounts Receivable and P&L for projects.
  • Champion safety programs and ensure compliance with contracts.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to lead and shape project performance in commercial construction.
  • Work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment in growing key markets.
  • Engage directly with clients to foster long-term relationships.
  • Be part of a company that values safety and quality in all operations.
  • Potential for career growth and development within a national firm.
Full Job Description
Position: Director of Operations - Commercial Construction

Locations: Nashville, TN

Skills and Experience:
This position will provide overall leadership for project performance, contract negotiations, client relations, budget, schedule, and trade partner management. The Director of Operations will also lead and maintain compliance with corporate safety and quality standards and will serve as the direct point of contact for clients.

Requirements:
  • Bachelor's Degree • Construction Management or Engineering with a minimum of 15+ years of GC experience.
  • Multiple medium to large project experience ($100M+) is required
  • Must share our Core Values: Safety, Integrity, Passion, and Commitment.
  • Strong problem solving and analytical skills, including the judgment to know when to escalate issues up the chain of command
  • Strong prioritization and organizational skills; detail-oriented, and the ability to multi-task
  • Strong working knowledge of contract terms and legal provisions that impact project profitability
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively interact with senior management and clients
  • A proven track record of motivating project team to exceed project goals
  • Effective negotiation and contract management skills to represent the company with the Owner
  • Self-Motivated, and self-confident
  • Ability to develop client relationships to gain future work
  • Ability to recruit and build a project team.


Essential Job Duties:
  • Project Acquisition
    • Using industry contacts to generate leads
    • Participate in RFP process
    • Participate in Contract negotiations as needed
  • Pre-Construction / Project Start-up
    • Work with Pre-Con team to develop budgets and schedules
    • Assemble project Team
    • Lead Turnover Meeting between Pre-Con and Project Team.
  • Project Operations
    • Thoroughly understand contract and ensure project team understands and is compliant
    • Visit project site regularly to monitor performance
    • Monitor and evaluate performance of project team
    • Full understanding of Accounts Receivable, Financial Forecasting and P&L for project
    • Assist project staff with Baseline Schedule development
    • Assist project team Lean/Last Planner processes
    • Champion project safety program and performance
  • Client Management
    • Attend owner and project meetings, maintain continuous client communication

Key Markets:
  • Commercial
  • Hospitality
  • Mission Critical
  • Advanced Manufacturing

The above description covers the principal duties and responsibilities of the job. The description shall not, however, be construed as a complete listing of all miscellaneous, incidental, or similar duties which may be required from day-to-day.

Yates performs heavy construction and building work throughout the United States and relocation is sometimes required for continuous employment opportunities.

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