Director of Operations

Solid Rock Recruiting LLC; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Solid Rock Recruiting LLC seeks a Director of Operations in Phoenix, Arizona, to provide strategic leadership in commercial mechanical construction. This role entails overseeing project management teams, driving operational efficiency, and ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in a related field and 9+ years of experience, with strong leadership and communication skills. This leadership position offers significant responsibility and the opportunity to influence team performance and organizational growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum 9+ years of relevant construction experience.
• Proven ability to manage and influence stakeholders.
• Demonstrated success delivering projects/programs on time and within budget.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, coaching, and development for project managers and support staff.
• Oversee project performance, ensuring work is completed on time and within budget.
• Develop and implement operational strategies and departmental goals.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance reviews across projects.
• Drive process improvement initiatives and operational efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team development

Process improvement

Decision-making

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Mechanical Engineering, or related field

Job description

Director of Operations

Phoenix, Arizona
Commercial Mechanical Construction

Overview

A well-established, employee-focused mechanical contractor is seeking a Director of Operations to provide strategic leadership and oversight of construction project management teams. This role is responsible for driving performance, improving operational efficiency, and ensuring successful project execution across multiple teams and projects.

This is a high-impact leadership position with full responsibility for team development, operational strategy, and financial performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, coaching, and development for project managers and support staff
• Oversee project performance, ensuring work is completed on time and within budget
• Develop and implement operational strategies and departmental goals
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance reviews across projects
• Drive process improvement initiatives and operational efficiency (LEAN principles)
• Strengthen relationships with clients, vendors, and project partners
• Participate in contract review, negotiations, and issue resolution
• Support business growth through strategic planning and account development
• Ensure adherence to safety, quality, and productivity standards across all projects

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Mechanical Engineering, or related field (required)
• Minimum 9+ years of relevant construction experience
• Strong leadership, communication, and team development skills
• Proven ability to manage and influence stakeholders
• Experience with process improvement and operational optimization
• Demonstrated success delivering projects/programs on time and within budget
• Results‑driven with strong decision‑making and problem‑solving abilities

Opportunity

• Leadership role with significant operational and financial responsibility
• Opportunity to influence team performance, culture, and long‑term growth
• Collaborative environment focused on accountability, development, and execution
• Exposure to large‑scale commercial construction projects across diverse sectors