Carolina Public Construction Division Leader

The Fordy Group; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Vehicle allowance

401(k) contributions

Medical, dental, vision insurance

ESOP

Executive development

Job summary

The Fordy Group in Charlotte seeks a Director of Construction to lead our Public Construction Division across North and South Carolina. This executive role carries full operational, financial, and strategic responsibility for the division, overseeing all projects, personnel, and business development in the region.

The ideal candidate brings a track record in public infrastructure, proven operational excellence, and the ability to build high-performing teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field preferred.
• 10+ years in construction leadership with multi-project oversight.
• Experience with public infrastructure projects and NC DOT preferred.
• Full financial responsibility for a regional division.
• Travel across NC/SC required.

Responsibilities

• Provide full P&L responsibility for the Public Construction Division across North and South Carolina.
• Develop and execute growth plans, including market expansion and client development.
• Oversee estimating, project management, field execution, and administrative functions.
• Maintain client relationships with public owners, agencies, and engineers.
• Ensure safety, compliance, and contract administration.

Skills

Strategic leadership

P&L management

Client relationships

Risk management

Team development

Operational excellence

Construction planning

Public sector

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Vista ERP

Trimble Construction One

Microsoft Project

Excel

Teams

Job description

The Fordy Group in Charlotte seeks a Director of Construction to lead our Public Construction Division across North and South Carolina. This executive role carries full operational, financial, and strategic responsibility for the division, overseeing all projects, personnel, and business development in the region.

The ideal candidate brings a track record in public infrastructure, proven operational excellence, and the ability to build high-performing teams.