Construction Operations Leader – Projects & Preconstruction

The McDonnel Group; Metairie, Northern (LA, KY); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

The McDonnel Group in Metairie, LA is seeking an experienced Chief Operating Officer to provide strategic leadership across Operations—including Field Operations, Project Management, Preconstruction and Estimating teams. This executive will drive operational excellence, strengthen collaboration, and ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards.

The ideal candidate will bring extensive commercial construction experience, a proven record of leading

Qualifications

• Extensive commercial construction experience.
• Proven history of leading high-performing teams and complex projects.
• Bachelor's degree in construction management required.

Skills

Operations leadership

Field operations

Project management

Preconstruction

Estimating

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management

Job description

The McDonnel Group in Metairie, LA is seeking an experienced Chief Operating Officer to provide strategic leadership across Operations—including Field Operations, Project Management, Preconstruction and Estimating teams. This executive will drive operational excellence, strengthen collaboration, and ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards.

The ideal candidate will bring extensive commercial construction experience, a proven record of leading