Director of Construction Operations

Confidential; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Fuel card

Vehicle allowance

Performance bonuses

Job summary

Confidential in California is seeking a Director of Construction Operations to steer all operational facets of our construction activities, including design-build projects. You will set strategic direction, drive efficiency, and ensure safe, on-time, within-budget project delivery with client satisfaction.

Ideal candidates have 10+ years in executive construction leadership, with Public Works or Federal/Military project experience and familiarity with FARs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management or related field required.
• Minimum 10 years of executive leadership in construction.
• Experience with Public Works or Federal/Military projects.
• Knowledge of federal construction processes and FARs is highly desired.
• Proven ability to optimize operational efficiency and strategies.
• Experience in civil/horizontal and building/vertical construction.

Responsibilities

• Strategic planning and execution aligned with company vision.
• Lead operational functions across departments including project management, safety, and design.
• Oversee day-to-day operations; travel as needed.
• Monitor KPIs and drive continuous improvement.
• Build relationships with department heads and foster accountability.
• Develop budgets, forecasts, and financial plans with finance.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and drive profitability.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, local regulations and standards.

Skills

Executive leadership

Construction management

Public Works experience

Federal/Military construction

Operational optimization

Education

Bachelor's degree in CM/engineering/business

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

We are a leading construction company known for building exceptional projects through an unwavering commitment to its people. With a strong reputation in the Federal and Municipal construction markets, we have built everything from roadways and dams to multi-story building construction and complete facility renovations. With an in-house design department, we specialize in design-build projects.

As the Director of Construction Operations, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing all operational aspects of our Construction business, which includes complex improvement design. You will be responsible for providing strategic direction, driving operational efficiency, and ensuring the successful execution of projects. You will bring strong leadership, organizational skills, and construction expertise with a focus on fostering innovation and driving continuous improvement will be vital in driving the successful operation of projects that are safe, on-time, within budget, and leave the Client satisfied.

***THIS POSITION REQUIRES HAVING PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE WITH PUBLIC WORKS OR FEDERAL/MILITARY CONSTRUCTION EXPERIENCE. PLEASE MAKE SURE TO INCLUDE AND HIGHLIGHT THOSE PROJECTS IN YOUR RESUME.***

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic planning and execution – align operational strategies with the overall company vision.


• Collaborate with the owner and leaders Identify areas for process improvement to streamline workflows and increase efficiency and reduce costs.


• Implement automation and technology solutions to optimize operations.


• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to track progress and identify areas for improvement.


• Operational leadership – ensure the day-to-day operations of the company


• Oversee all operational functions across departments including project management, construction operation, quality control, safety, and design.


• Build relationships and provide leadership and guidance to department heads fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continued improvement.


• Monitor project performance, identify potential operational risks and develop mitigation strategies.


• Financial Management - collaborate with the finance team to develop and manage budgets, forecasts, and financial plans for construction projects and operational activities.


• Identify opportunities for cost savings and/or revenue growth. Ensure company resources are efficiently utilized.


• Monitor financial performance and make data-driven decisions to drive profitability.


• Risk Management and Compliance – proactively identify, assess, and mitigate operational risks while ensuring compliance with relevant regulations by implementing internal controls and monitoring adherence to legal standards.


• Foster a culture of risk awareness across the organization.


• Ensure processes, procedures, and systems are in compliance with federal, state, local, industry, contractual, and company regulations, standards, specifications, and best practices.


• Performs other related duties as assigned by owner.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Oversee all project management teams to ensure projects are completed on time and to specifications.


• Delegates work and assignments to team members.

Qualification & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, business administration, or related field; advanced degree preferred.


• Proven track record of executive leadership roles in construction with a minimum of 10 years’ experience in managing various levels of direct reports.


• Must have experience with Public Works or Federal/Military construction projects


• Strong understanding of federal construction processes and knowledge of the FARS is HIGHLY DESIRED


• Demonstrated ability to optimize operational efficiency and implement operational strategies


• Experience in both civil/ horizontal and building/ vertical construction

What We Offer

• Salary: $200,000 - $250,000 per year DOE


• Health, dental, and vision insurance premiums 100% paid for you and your dependents


• Life Insurance (100% premium paid by the company for the employee only)


• 401(k) with 100% match up to 4% of salary


• Paid time off


• Fuel Card and Vehicle Allowance


• Opportunity for bonuses based on performance

Schedule

• Full time


• In office or on-site where the project is located


• Must be willing to travel

EEO

We’re dedicated to creating a respectful workplace that values diversity and offers equal employment opportunities for all qualified candidates. We celebrate our diverse team and ensure that every applicant is considered based solely on qualifications, without discrimination. We abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5. This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability, and requires affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employee and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities.

VEVRAA/This contractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified protected veterans, and requires affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employee and advance in employment qualified protected veterans.