Director of Construction – Industrial Contracting

The Contractor Consultants; Ceres (CA); On-site; USD 165,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Paid time off

Travel per diem

Company vehicle access

OSHA and safety certification programs

Job summary

Ram Mechanical Inc. seeks a Director of Construction to lead nationwide industrial projects, shaping standards and expanding capabilities. You will mentor senior leaders and influence business development while ensuring safe, profitable project delivery.

This role requires guiding multi-disciplinary teams across piping, fabrication, sheetmetal, and robotic integration, driving strategic growth and client satisfaction on high-stakes contracts.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of progressive leadership in industrial construction.
• Proven track record leading Project Managers and multidisciplinary projects.
• Deep technical expertise in piping, millwright, fabrication, or equipment installation.
• Demonstrated success in business development, customer relationships, and contract negotiation.
• Strong financial acumen for forecasting, margin optimization, and risk mitigation.

Responsibilities

• Direct overall industrial construction operations to ensure safe, profitable, and timely project delivery.
• Coach and mentor Project Managers and Construction Managers to build a high-performing leadership pipeline.
• Partner with executive teams to drive business development, proposal strategy, and high-value contract negotiations.
• Establish baseline project management standards, forecasting methods, and operational best practices.
• Oversee cross-functional coordination with engineering, fabrication, design, and controls divisions.
• Provide executive oversight on complex, high-risk, or high-volume industrial client pursuits.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Business Development

Contract Negotiation

Financial Forecasting

Client Relationship Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or Business Administration

Job description

Director of Construction – Drive Executive Leadership Across National Projects

Job Overview

• Company: Ram Mechanical Inc.
• Salary/Pay Rate: $165,000 - $195,000 per year plus Annual Bonus
• Location: Ceres, CA
• Job/Employment Type: Full Time
• Project Scope: Industrial Contracting, Piping, Millwright, Custom Fabrication, Sheetmetal, and Robotic Integration
• Mandatory Licenses & Certifications: None Required

The Opportunity

You will serve as the executive operational leader driving strategic growth and execution across high-stakes industrial projects. This role empowers you to mentor senior leadership while directly influencing business development and client relationships. You will shape organizational standards and expand technical capabilities for a nationwide industry leader.

How You Will Make An Impact

• Direct overall industrial construction operations to ensure safe, profitable, and timely project delivery.
• Coach and mentor Project Managers and Construction Managers to build a high-performing leadership pipeline.
• Partner with executive teams to drive business development, proposal strategy, and high-value contract negotiations.
• Establish baseline project management standards, forecasting methods, and operational best practices.
• Oversee cross-functional coordination with engineering, fabrication, design, and controls divisions.
• Provide executive oversight on complex, high-risk, or high-volume industrial client pursuits.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum 15 years of progressive leadership experience within the industrial construction sector.
• Proven track record leading Project Managers and driving multi-disciplinary industrial projects.
• Deep technical expertise in process piping, millwright services, custom fabrication, or equipment installation.
• Demonstrated success in business development, customer relationship management, and contract negotiation.
• Strong financial acumen for project forecasting, profit margin optimization, and risk mitigation.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experience in manufacturing sectors such as food and beverage, bottled water, or automated material handling.
• Background in design-build construction, robotic integration, or complex process automation.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive annual salary paired with target bonus opportunities.
• Medical and dental insurance plans plus Health Savings Account (HSA) options.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan featuring employer matching contributions.
• Paid time off covering holidays, vacation time, and sick leave.
• Travel project support including daily per diem allowance and company vehicle access.
• Ongoing safety and technical certification programs (OSHA, Fall Protection, Lifts).

About Us

Ram Mechanical Inc. delivers comprehensive industrial contracting, piping, custom fabrication, and robotic integration services to top-tier national brands. We operate as a unified team dedicated to technical excellence, continuous growth, and operational integrity.

Learn more at https://ram-mechanical.com/.

Ram Mechanical Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.