Construction Strategy & Growth Director

AZCO; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

AZCO in Wisconsin is seeking a Construction Director to lead the Construction department in delivering strategic initiatives, client strategy, and project management excellence from Appleton. You will guide a team, ensure safe, cost-effective execution, and align with enterprise values of client satisfaction and integrity.

The role requires deep expertise in construction management, business development, budgeting, and QA/QC with a focus on driving revenue and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Engineering, Business, or related field.
• 13+ years of relevant consulting experience, preferably in construction/project management.
• Proven client and business development experience.
• Expert experience in managing projects, including budgeting, scheduling, and client coordination or negotiations.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with project management methodologies and Microsoft Project or equivalent software.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and execution of overall Construction strategic initiatives to achieve goals and objectives.
• Provide direction and oversight of business development efforts in vetting prospective clients and projects.
• Provide leadership to the Construction team; direct and coordinate the department, ensuring efficient utilization of staff.
• Oversee development of department tools and workflows to increase efficiency in designs, specifications, and project execution.
• Directly oversee and manage the Construction budget and expenditures.
• Achieve targets and standards for Construction financial performance.
• Present monthly financial information to leadership, including sales and revenue forecasts.
• Approve cross-selling strategies for engineering services across the organization.
• Ensure alignment and support of staff development, quality control, and resource coordination.
• Oversee recruitment, development, training, and retention of staff.
• Conduct performance evaluations for department staff.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and instruction to the department.
• Interpret organizational policies, purposes, and goals for staff.
• Ensure QA/QC process adherence and safety policy compliance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Comply with all policies and standards.

Skills

Client development

Budgeting

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

AZCO in Wisconsin is seeking a Construction Director to lead the Construction department in delivering strategic initiatives, client strategy, and project management excellence from Appleton. You will guide a team, ensure safe, cost-effective execution, and align with enterprise values of client satisfaction and integrity.

The role requires deep expertise in construction management, business development, budgeting, and QA/QC with a focus on driving revenue and efficiency.