Director of Operations

Addison Group; Maryland; On-site; USD 165,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Executive influence on strategy

Strategic leadership team

Job summary

Addison Group in Montgomery County, MD seeks a Director of Operations to lead daily operations, drive financial performance, and manage project execution across multiple teams.

As a senior leader, you will partner with executive leadership to improve margins, forecasting, and internal controls while championing safety and quality. This role offers executive-level benefits and strategic impact in a growing organization.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive leadership in construction or environmental fields.
• Strong financial and operational acumen with budgeting and metrics experience.
• Proven ability to lead multiple teams and drive measurable improvements.
• Background in civil engineering, construction management, or environmental services preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead overall operational performance across projects and departments.
• Partner with executive leadership to improve margins, forecasting, and financial oversight.
• Establish clear accountability measures for project leaders and department heads.
• Analyze operational data and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and profitability.
• Ensure adherence to safety standards and quality control protocols.
• Identify growth opportunities including geographic expansion.

Skills

Leadership experience

Financial acumen

Operational management

Data-driven decision making

Cross-functional collaboration

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Tools

Budgeting software

Data analytics tools

Job description

Job Title: Director of Operations

Location (city, state): Montgomery County, MD

Industry: Construction/Environmental

Pay: $165,000-180,000/yr

Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, and additional executive-level benefits

About Our Client:

Addison Group is partnering with a well-established organization servicing the Mid-Atlantic region. We are seeking a strategic operations leader to act as a key partner to executive leadership and help scale the business.

Job Description:

The Director of Operations will serve as a senior leader overseeing daily business operations, financial performance, and project execution. This individual will play a critical role in driving operational efficiency, strengthening accountability across teams, and supporting strategic expansion initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead overall operational performance across multiple projects and departments
• Partner with executive leadership to improve margins, forecasting, and financial oversight
• Establish clear accountability measures for project leaders and department heads
• Analyze operational data and implement process improvements that increase efficiency and profitability
• Ensure company-wide adherence to safety standards and quality control protocols
• Identify and evaluate growth opportunities including geographic expansion
• Develop and mentor leadership staff to promote a results-driven culture
• Mitigate operational risk by maintaining strong internal controls and communication practices

Qualifications:

• 8+ years of progressive leadership experience within construction or enviromental field
• Strong financial and operational acumen with experience managing budgets and performance metrics
• Proven ability to oversee multiple teams and drive measurable improvements
• Background in civil engineering, construction management, environmental services, business, or related field preferred
• Comfortable leveraging technology and data to inform decision-making
• Demonstrated track record of improving processes and leading change

Additional Details:

• Executive-level visibility and partnership with company leadership
• Opportunity to step into a high-impact role supporting continued growth and operational scaling

Perks:

• Executive compensation structure with bonus potential
• Direct influence on company strategy and operational direction
• Collaborative leadership team focused on continuous improvement

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non- discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.