Branch Director

Structural Group Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays and vacation

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Structural Group Inc. is seeking a Branch Director to lead its Chicago operations. This role involves providing strategic and operational leadership for branch activities, ensuring business growth and safety excellence. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of construction leadership experience, especially in concrete and masonry restoration.

The position offers a competitive salary with incentives, medical and dental insurance, and a collaborative work culture committed to safety and quality.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of construction leadership experience in restoration or specialty contracting.
• Experience managing operations within a union construction environment.
• Strong financial oversight experience including P&L responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Lead all branch operations, including project management and estimating.
• Drive profitability through strategic planning and execution.
• Oversee complex self-performed restoration projects.

Skills

Concrete restoration

Masonry restoration

Leadership

Business development

Union labor management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering

Job description

## Branch DirectorApplylocations: Chicago, ILtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 8 Days Agojob requisition id: JR-6519PULLMAN, a Structural Group Company, integrates technology-driven, engineered solutions into its industry-leading contracting services. PULLMAN’s capabilities include specialty design-build services for new and existing structures, as well as a wide range of specialty repair and maintenance services. With offices located throughout Canada, and as a signatory to local, national, and international labor union agreements, PULLMAN has the track record and the experience to meet our customers’ specialty contracting needs. **Branch Director – Chicago, IL****Build a Career That Makes Structures Stronger and Last Longer**At **PULLMAN**, we don’t just repair infrastructure. As the nation’s premier specialty union contractor, we handle the complex restoration projects others can’t touch.We are searching for a **Branch Director** to lead our Chicago operations. This is a legacy-defining opportunity for a motivated construction professional to run a local self-performing operation backed by an unmatched national reputation.**Position Summary**As Branch Director, you will provide strategic and operational leadership for PULLMAN’s Chicago branch while driving business growth, operational excellence, safety, profitability, and employee development throughout the region.This role is ideal for a proven construction leader with deep expertise in **concrete repair and masonry restoration**, strong experience managing **union labor environments**, and a successful track record leading large-scale self-performed restoration operations.The Branch Director will oversee branch operations including project execution, financial performance, estimating, business development, workforce planning, and leadership development while maintaining strong relationships with clients, labor partners, and internal teams.**Responsibilities*** Lead all branch operations including project management, field operations, estimating, business development, and financial performance* Drive branch profitability through strategic planning, forecasting, and operational execution* Oversee complex self-performed restoration and rehabilitation projects including: + Structural concrete repair + Masonry restoration + Waterproofing + Structural strengthening + Building envelope restoration* Develop and maintain strong relationships with owners, consultants, general contractors, and union partners* Ensure the highest standards of safety, quality control, and operational excellence across all projects* Mentor and develop Project Managers, Superintendents, Engineers, and emerging leaders within the organization* Partner with estimating and business development teams to pursue and secure new work opportunities* Lead workforce planning and resource allocation to support regional growth objectives* Evaluate project risk, contract exposure, and overall branch performance metrics* Foster a collaborative, high-performance culture focused on accountability, leadership development, and continuous improvement**Qualifications*** 15+ years of construction leadership experience within the restoration, specialty contracting, or heavy civil industry* Strong background in: + Concrete restoration + Masonry restoration + Waterproofing + Structural strengthening + Specialty rehabilitation projects* Previous experience managing operations within a union construction environment* Demonstrated success leading large self-performed construction teams and multi-million-dollar project portfolios* Proven experience with branch-level financial oversight including P&L responsibility, forecasting, budgeting, and operational planning* Strong business development and client relationship management experience* Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or related field preferred* Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and organizational skills* Ability to build trust, mentor teams, and drive accountability across all levels of the organization**What We Offer**PULLMAN is proud of a company culture that promotes safety, quality, innovation, and career growth. We offer:* Competitive base salary + performance incentives* Medical, dental, and vision insurance* 401(k) with company match* Paid holidays and vacation* Tuition reimbursement* Career advancement and leadership development opportunities* A collaborative and people-focused work environment*We anticipate end of year salary and bonuses sitting $200k+ based off education and experience.***Why Join PULLMAN?**At PULLMAN, you’ll have the opportunity to lead impactful restoration projects that preserve and strengthen critical infrastructure and iconic structures throughout the region. You’ll join an organization known for technical excellence, innovation, and investing in its people and future leaders.PULLMAN is proud of a company culture that promotes 24/7 safety and quality. We offer competitive compensation and benefits including medical and dental insurance, 401(k), paid holidays & vacation, tuition reimbursement, career development and growth opportunities, and a caring work environment. EOE/M/F/D/V