Director of Construction Ops for Public-Federal Projects

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

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.