Director of Construction

GAC Enterprises, LLC; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

GAC Enterprises LLC seeks a Director of Construction to lead nationwide field operations, coordinating multiple markets, projects, and field teams. You will provide strategic leadership over field operations, project execution, resource planning, and performance, working with executive leadership to drive operational excellence.

The role requires a background in telecom or construction with senior leadership experience, and a proven ability to manage large teams and complex projects across

Qualifications

• 8–12+ years of telecom or construction experience.
• Senior leadership or multi-market operational management experience.
• Experience managing large-scale operational teams and multiple concurrent projects.
• Understanding of telecom construction operations, multi-market field management, and both underground and aerial methods.
• OSHA certification preferred; valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Lead our field organization across markets and projects.
• Drive performance: plan, schedule, staff, and execute.
• Manage risk, compliance, and safety standards.
• Plan for growth: forecasting, budgeting, and staffing.

Skills

Telecom/Construction leadership

Strategic leadership

Multi-market operations

Field management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Business, Engineering

Tools

Fieldwire

Job description

GAC Enterprises LLC | Reporting Location: Houston, TX or Greensboro, NC | Travel: 10–50%

About Us

GAC Enterprises LLC is a construction company delivering telecom, utility, and infrastructure projects across the United States. Safety, quality, and the strength of our national construction operations drive everything we do, and we’re continuing to grow.

The Role

We’re looking for a Director of Construction to lead our nationwide construction operations across multiple markets, projects, and field teams. In this role, you’ll provide strategic leadership over field operations, project execution, resource planning, and performance, partnering closely with executive leadership and field management to drive operational excellence.

What You’ll Do

Lead our field organization

• Oversee construction operations across multiple markets and field teams
• Lead, coach, and support Construction Managers, Project Managers, Field Supervisors, and operational leadership
• Develop leadership capacity across the field organization

Drive performance and execution

• Set operational strategies for construction planning, scheduling, staffing, production, and execution
• Monitor project performance, productivity, timelines, quality, and operational KPIs
• Coordinate field resources, materials, equipment, and subcontractors
• Identify and implement opportunities to improve operational efficiency and project delivery

Manage risk and compliance

• Provide leadership on operational risks, escalations, and construction challenges
• Ensure compliance with company policies, customer requirements, OSHA, PPE standards, and applicable regulations

Plan and grow

• Support operational forecasting, budgeting, manpower planning, and growth initiatives
• Collaborate with executive leadership on staffing, customer relationships, and company priorities

What We’re Looking For

• 8–12+ years of telecom or construction experience
• Senior leadership or multi-market operational management experience (required)
• Proven experience managing large-scale operational teams and multiple concurrent projects
• Strong understanding of telecom construction operations, project execution, and field management, including underground and aerial construction methods
• High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field preferred
• Experience with Fieldwire or similar project management platforms preferred
• Valid driver’s license required; OSHA certification preferred

Location & Travel

This is a field-focused leadership role. The reporting location will Houston, TX or Greensboro, NC. Travel is required as needed (10–50%) to support operational oversight, leadership development, and field operations across our markets.

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift up to 60 lbs and work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

GAC Enterprises LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.