Business Unit Director - OH, KY, IN (Tri-State)

Lithko Contracting; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Lithko Contracting in Cincinnati, Ohio, is looking for a Business Unit Director to oversee planning, process execution, and operational outcomes within the Midwest Region. This role demands extensive construction experience and the ability to lead teams to ensure project success while managing financial and operational aspects.

The ideal candidate will hold a bachelor’s degree and boast over 15 years in the construction industry, demonstrating excellence in leadership, communication, and problem-solving.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent military service required.
• 15+ years of experience in construction including project management.
• Proven experience with projects over $1 million.

Responsibilities

• Own annual financial and talent plans for the business unit.
• Maintain a clear understanding of the local market and foster relationships.
• Secure targeted work based on the unit's competency and capacity.
• Establish expectations of operational excellence.
• Engage in talent planning, recruiting, and development.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field

Job description

When you join our team at Lithko Contracting, you are building your career alongside the leaders in concrete construction.

We apply our expertise across industries from industrial and manufacturing facilities to healthcare and educational institutions to chip plants and data centers. Annually, we place over 100 million square feet of concrete and earn over $1.7 billion in revenue.

With a nationwide presence of over 25 locations and more than 5,000 coworkers, you'll find endless opportunities to develop your skills, grow your career, and build beyond expectations.

Role Description

Lithko Contracting is seeking a Business Unit Director to join our team. The Business Unit Director is responsible for the planning, process execution, and operational outcomes of a Business Unit Running Great (BURG). This individual holds the bar by leading teams to secure and execute work with operational excellence in addition to attracting, developing, and retaining talent. The Business Unit Director relies on their extensive building and team leadership experience to ensure continuity of work, the safety and wellbeing of their teams, and the successful completion of various project types.

This role will sit in our Midwest Region, within the Ohio, Kentucky, Indiana tri-state area.

Key Responsibilities

• BURG Planning and Performance: Owns the annual financial and talent plans, the execution of those plans, and the delivery of stated outcomes.
• Market Mastery: Maintains a clear understanding of the local market including customers, opportunities, subcontractors, and vendors; fosters strong relationships within each category while representing the company publicly.
• Continuity of Work: Filters and secures targeted work based on the BURG’s competency and capacity and aligns teams accordingly.
• Sets the Bar: Establish and hold the expectations of running the company programs with operational excellence.
• Grow Talent: Engages the talent planning, recruiting, and development processes for the BURG.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, a related field, or equivalent military service required.
• 15+ years of experience in the construction industry, including project management and team leadership.
• Proven experience in managing a variety of commercial/industrial concrete construction project types, with an emphasis on operations and financial oversight on projects over $1 million.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage and influence multiple teams to achieve operational and financial goals.
• Proficient in Microsoft programs, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Experience in developing and executing organizational priorities to drive business growth and operational excellence.

Lithko is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified women, veterans, individuals with disabilities, people of all races and ethnicities, and others to apply.