Director of Operations

Yates Construction; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking a Project Executive to oversee project performance, manage client relations, and ensure contract compliance. With a Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management or Engineering and 15+ years of General Contractor experience, candidates should demonstrate strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills. This position involves significant responsibility, including budget management and team motivation, ensuring project success while maintaining high safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 15+ years of General Contractor (GC) experience.
• Experience managing projects over $100M.
• Strong understanding of contract terms and legal provisions.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership for project performance.
• Lead compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Develop budgets and schedules with the Pre-Con team.
• Monitor project team performance and ensure compliance.
• Maintain client communication and manage relationships.

Skills

Leadership

Contract negotiation

Client relations

Budget management

Problem solving

Communication

Motivation

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Job description

Yates is proud to be an industry leader in construction and engineering services. To be a top of class organization, Yates is dedicated to hiring individuals who understand the importance of safety; instills integrity in all aspects of their lives; are passionate about what they do; and committed to providing value to our clients.

Skills and Experience

This position will provide overall leadership for project performance, contract negotiations, client relations, budget, schedule, and trade partner management. The Project Executive will also lead and maintain compliance with corporate safety and quality standards and will serve as the direct point of contact for clients.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree – Construction Management or Engineering with a minimum of 15+ years of GC experience.
• Multiple medium to large project experience ($100M+) is required
• Must share our Core Values: Safety, Integrity, Passion, and Commitment.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills, including the judgment to know when to upgrade issues up the chain of command
• Strong prioritization and organizational skills; detail-oriented, and the ability to multi-task
• Strong working knowledge of contract terms and legal provisions that impact project profitability
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively interact with senior management and clients
• A proven track record of motivating project team to exceed project goals
• Effective negotiation and contract management skills to represent the company with the Owner
• Self-Motivated, and self-confident
• Ability to develop client relationships to gain future work
• Ability to recruit and build a project team.
• Project Acquisition
  • Using industry contacts to generate leads
  • Participate in RFP process
  • Participate in Contract negotiations as needed
• Pre-Construction / Project Start-up
  • Work with Pre-Con team to develop budgets and schedules
  • Assemble project Team
  • Lead Turnover Meeting between Pre-Con and Project Team.
• Project Operations
  • Thoroughly understand contract and ensure project team understands and is compliant
  • Visit project site regularly to monitor performance
  • Monitor and evaluate performance of project team
  • Full understanding of Accounts Receivable, Financial Forecasting and P&L for project
  • Assist project staff with Baseline Schedule development
  • Assist project team Lean/Last Planner processes
  • Champion project safety program and performance
• Client Management
  • Attend owner and project meetings, maintain continuous client communication

Key Markets

• Commercial
• Hospitality
• Mission Critical
• Advanced Manufacturing

The above description covers the principal duties and responsibilities of the job. The description shall not, however, be construed as a complete listing of all miscellaneous, incidental, or similar duties which may be required from day-to-day.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EOE/Vets/Disabilities/M/F

Yates performs heavy construction and building work throughout the United States and relocation is sometimes required for continuous employment opportunities.