Director of Construction

BME Services; Burlington (KY); On-site; USD 135,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary of $150K

Performance-based bonus

Opportunity to shape department

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Kentucky is seeking a seasoned Director of Construction to lead their commercial construction department. This high-impact role involves overseeing project execution, building teams, and ensuring operational excellence. Candidates should have over 10 years of HVAC or mechanical construction experience and at least 5 years in senior leadership. The position offers a competitive base salary plus performance-based bonuses, a collaborative culture, and the chance to shape a new department from its inception.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in commercial HVAC or mechanical construction.
• 5+ years in a senior leadership role managing project teams.
• Proven experience building or scaling a construction department.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all construction projects for schedule, budget, and quality.
• Monitor job performance and forecasting across the project portfolio.
• Hire, develop, and manage project managers and field leaders.

Skills

Commercial HVAC or mechanical construction experience

Leadership in project teams

Financial acumen

Project management systems experience

Education

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

Tools

Procore

BuildOps

Sage

Job description

BME is seeking a seasoned Director of Construction to build and lead our commercial construction department as we enter a new phase of growth. This role is ideal for a proven heavy mechanical leader who has successfully built teams, implemented scalable systems, and driven operational performance across multiple projects. The Director of Construction will be responsible for establishing structure, developing leaders, and ensuring consistent, profitable execution across all construction projects. This is a high-impact leadership role with significant influence on the company’s growth and operational strategy.

Why BME

$150K base salary + strong performance-based bonus

Opportunity to build and shape a department from day one.

Collaborative, growth-oriented culture

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee all construction projects to ensure they are delivered on schedule, within budget, and to quality standards.
• Monitor job performance, margins, and forecasting across the project portfolio.
• Implement consistent project management processes and reporting.
• Drive accountability for financial results at the project and department levels.
• Build and lead the construction department across multiple locations.
• Hire, develop, and manage project managers, superintendents, and field leaders.
• Establish clear roles, responsibilities, and reporting structures.
• Create career paths and leadership development plans for construction team members.
• Implement and optimize project management software, workflows, and documentation.
• Standardize estimating handoffs, project kickoff processes, and closeout procedures.
• Develop and maintain construction playbooks, SOPs, and best practices.
• Improve scheduling, labor planning, and resource allocation.
• Ensure full compliance with safety standards, company policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Promote a culture of safety, quality, and operational excellence.
• Conduct regular site visits to reinforce standards and support field teams.

Requirements:

• 10+ years of experience in commercial HVAC or mechanical construction.
• 5+ years in a senior leadership role managing project teams.
• Proven experience building or scaling a construction department or business unit.
• Strong financial acumen, including job costing, margin management, and forecasting.
• Experience implementing project management systems and standardized processes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.
• Experience in multi-location service or mechanical contracting environments.
• Familiarity with construction management software (e.g., Procore, BuildOps, Sage, etc.).

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.