Senior Construction Operations Lead — Design/Build Growth

International Erosion Control Association; Indianapolis, Northern (IN, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

PTO after first pay cycle

Flexible benefits

Job summary

McFarland Construction in Indianapolis is seeking an experienced Senior Operations Project Manager to oversee day-to-day operations for the Indiana market, balancing field execution with leadership of the PM team.

You will drive project performance across multiple concurrent projects, mentor Senior Project Managers and Project Managers, and collaborate with executive leadership on strategy and growth in the Midwest.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive experience in commercial construction and multi-project oversight.
• Experience building and leading project management teams.
• Proven track record in business development and client relations.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational oversight across all active Indiana projects, ensuring schedule, budget, safety, and quality standards are met.
• Lead, mentor, and manage the Indiana project management team to ensure alignment and strong team dynamics.
• Own the office's organizational structure and role clarity in collaboration with executive leadership.
• Identify and pursue new business development opportunities in the Midwest market; build and maintain client/vendor relationships.
• Partner with HR and executives on recruiting and developing project management talent.
• Monitor team workload and morale; address retention risks and maintain a healthy working environment.
• Serve as the primary contact between the Indiana office and McFarland leadership, reporting on performance.
• Oversee project financials, including budgets, forecasting, and profitability, with project accounting support.
• Adapt staffing plans as market conditions and project needs evolve.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Business development

Communication

Education

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

Equivalent experience considered

Job description

McFarland Construction in Indianapolis is seeking an experienced Senior Operations Project Manager to oversee day-to-day operations for the Indiana market, balancing field execution with leadership of the PM team.

You will drive project performance across multiple concurrent projects, mentor Senior Project Managers and Project Managers, and collaborate with executive leadership on strategy and growth in the Midwest.