Senior Construction Operations Director

SUNSHINE ENTERPRISE USA LLC; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

SUNSHINE ENTERPRISE USA LLC in Jacksonville, FL invites an accomplished executive to oversee multiple construction projects and regional initiatives, guiding strategy and performance across teams.

The role requires 15+ years of progressive leadership in construction, experience with Design-Bid-Build, CMAR, Design-Build, and a proven track record in client development, risk management, and mentoring leaders. Travel to project sites is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field (preferred).
• Minimum 15 years of progressive leadership experience in construction operations and project management.
• Proven track record managing operational leaders, financial performance, strategic growth initiatives, and client development.
• Extensive experience with delivery methods, including Design-Bid-Build, CMAR, Design-Build, and Progressive Design-Build.
• Advanced knowledge of construction operations, project finance, procurement, contract administration, and risk management.
• Ability to interpret owner contracts, civil, mechanical, electrical, and structural drawings, and technical specifications.
• Strong strategic planning, decision-making, negotiation, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, competing priorities, and tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with clients, consultants, subcontractors, regulators, and leadership.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and mentoring skills to develop operational leaders and project teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive oversight and strategic leadership for multiple projects, operational teams, and regional business initiatives.
• Lead operational planning, staffing strategies, financial performance management, and organizational development.
• Build and maintain executive-level relationships with clients, consultants, industry partners, and regulatory agencies.
• Drive business development, market expansion, and project pursuits through client engagement, presentations, negotiations, and contract development.
• Oversee portfolio financial performance, including profitability, forecasting, budgeting, and risk management.
• Support major contract negotiations, claims resolution, procurement strategies, and dispute management.
• Collaborate with Pre construction and Collaborative Delivery teams on pursuits, proposals, and client presentations.
• Lead mentorship, succession planning, and a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Client Relations

Contract Negotiation

Risk Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

SUNSHINE ENTERPRISE USA LLC in Jacksonville, FL invites an accomplished executive to oversee multiple construction projects and regional initiatives, guiding strategy and performance across teams.

The role requires 15+ years of progressive leadership in construction, experience with Design-Bid-Build, CMAR, Design-Build, and a proven track record in client development, risk management, and mentoring leaders. Travel to project sites is expected.