Director of Construction – Industrial Contracting

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

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Health insurance + HSA

401(k) with employer matching

Paid time off

Travel per diem

Company vehicle

OSHA safety training

Job summary

Ram Mechanical Inc. seeks a Director of Construction to drive executive leadership across nationwide industrial projects from our Ceres, CA location. You will mentor senior leaders and shape standards to elevate safety, quality, and delivery.

Lead multi-discipline teams in piping, fabrication, and equipment installation, expand business development, and negotiate high-value contracts. Requires 15+ years of leadership in industrial construction and a proven record delivering complex projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of progressive leadership in industrial construction.
• Proven track record directing Project Managers and Construction Managers on multi-disciplinary projects.
• Deep technical knowledge in process piping, millwright services, 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.

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 experience

Project management leadership

Process piping

Millwright services

Fabrication expertise

Equipment installation

Business development

Client relationship management

Contract negotiation

Financial forecasting

Profit margin optimization

Risk mitigation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management / Engineering / Business

Job description

Director of Construction – Drive Executive Leadership Across National Projects

• 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

Job Overview

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.