Director of Operations- Heavy Civil Construction

National Association of Women in Construction; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base compensation

25% annual bonus opportunity

401(k) with 5% match

Automobile allowance

Medical, dental and vision benefits

Employee stock purchase opportunity

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Sterling Construction Company, Inc. in Phoenix, AZ seeks a Director of Operations to lead our Arizona operations, partnering with the President and project leadership to oversee an active portfolio.

You will guide Project Managers and Superintendents, drive financial performance, safety and quality, and shape the team through development and succession planning. We offer a strong total rewards package including base compensation, a 25% bonus opportunity, 401(k) with match, automobile allowance

Qualifications

• 15+ years of progressive construction experience with leadership responsibility.
• Experience leading multiple projects and project teams.
• Strong understanding of project financials, forecasting, cost control and scheduling.
• Proven ability to lead and develop project staff.
• Experience maintaining relationships with owners and clients.
• Experience supporting business development and preconstruction.
• Excellent negotiation, communication and problem‑solving skills.
• Working knowledge of construction tech including HCSS, Primavera, Bluebeam, MS Office.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred; equivalent relevant experience considered.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational leadership across multiple construction projects.
• Drive successful project execution with Project Managers and Superintendents.
• Maintain accountability for financial performance, schedule, safety and quality.
• Review monthly cost and revenue projections and support forecasting.
• Oversee manpower and equipment planning across projects.
• Maintain relationships with owners, clients, subcontractors, architects and engineers.
• Support projects from preconstruction through completion and resolve complex issues.
• Review and negotiate change orders and mitigate project risk.
• Partner with leadership on business development and preconstruction efforts.
• Develop and mentor Project Managers, Superintendents and project staff.
• Support recruiting, performance management and succession planning for operations.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Financials & budgeting

Forecasting

Risk management

Negotiation

Communication

Team development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture or related field

Tools

HCSS

Primavera

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Job description

Sterling Construction Company, Inc.

Location: Phoenix, AZ

Pay Range: N/A

Salary Interval: Salary

Application Instructions

J. Banicki Construction is seeking an experienced Director of Operations in Phoenix, AZ to provide leadership across our Arizona construction operations and help guide the continued growth and performance of the business.

Reporting directly to the President, this is a senior leadership position with responsibility for the operational and financial performance of multiple projects, development of our project teams, client relationships, resource planning and execution of our work.

We are looking for a proven construction leader who understands how successful projects are built — from preconstruction and planning through field execution and closeout — and who knows how to develop strong Project Managers and Superintendents while maintaining accountability for safety, quality, schedule and financial results.

At J. Banicki Construction, the Director of Operations will have a direct voice in how projects are executed, how teams are developed and how the business continues to grow. This position works closely with company leadership and provides the opportunity to influence both today's project performance and the long‑term direction of the organization.

We also recognize that a leadership position of this level should come with a strong total rewards package. J. Banicki offers:

1. Competitive base compensation
2. 25% annual bonus opportunity
3. 401(k) with a 5% match option
4. Automobile allowance
5. Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits
6. Employee stock purchase opportunity at a discounted rate
7. Paid time off and company-paid holidays

Position Description

The Opportunity

The Director of Operations will work closely with the President and project leadership to oversee J. Banicki's active project portfolio and support the company's continued growth throughout Arizona.

This person will:

1. Provide operational leadership and oversight across multiple construction projects
2. Work directly with Project Managers and Superintendents to drive successful project execution
3. Maintain accountability for project financial performance, schedule, safety, quality and staffing
4. Review monthly project cost and revenue projections and support company revenue forecasting
5. Oversee manpower and equipment planning across projects
6. Maintain strong relationships with owners, clients, subcontractors, architects and engineers
7. Support projects from preconstruction through completion and help resolve complex operational and contractual issues
8. Review and negotiate change orders and identify and mitigate project risk
9. Partner with leadership on business development, proposal and preconstruction efforts
10. Develop, mentor and lead Project Managers, Superintendents, Project Engineers and emerging leaders
11. Support recruiting, performance management and succession planning for operational teams

Position Requirements

What We're Looking For

We are looking for someone who brings both strong construction knowledge and the leadership ability to operate at a broader business level.

The ideal candidate will have:

1. 15+ years of progressive construction experience, including significant Project Management and operational leadership responsibility
2. Experience leading multiple projects and project teams
3. Strong understanding of project financials, forecasting, cost control, scheduling, change management and risk
4. Proven ability to lead and develop Project Managers, Superintendents and project staff
5. Experience developing and maintaining relationships with owners and clients
6. Experience supporting business development and preconstruction efforts
7. Strong negotiation, communication and problem‑solving skills
8. Working knowledge of construction technology including HCSS, Primavera, Bluebeam and Microsoft Office
9. Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture or a related field preferred; equivalent relevant experience will be considered

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer: We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, genetic information, marital status, military status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or status with regard to public assistance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.