Director of Operations - General Construction

About the role

An established construction company with a reputation for complex, high-value projects is hiring a Director of Operations in Portland, Maine. The role reports directly to the owner and is a hands-on, player-coach position: the director oversees daily operations, develops and mentors the team, maintains client relationships and takes ownership of the company's financial results. The company has a pipeline of projects valued up to $35 million.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations and drive consistent project execution, maintaining high standards for quality, safety, schedule and profitability
• Mentor existing employees, recruit and develop future leaders, and build a collaborative culture centered on accountability and performance
• Provide senior-level support to project teams and step in to manage complex projects when necessary
• Represent the company with clients, partners and industry stakeholders to cultivate repeat business and future opportunities
• Lead project go/no-go evaluations, assess business opportunities and help guide the growth strategy
• Hold full P&L responsibility, oversee budgets, protect margins and use financial and operational metrics to improve performance
• Identify inefficiencies, remove bottlenecks and implement processes that improve productivity and scalability

Required profile

• Proven senior leadership experience in the construction industry
• Demonstrated success overseeing complex construction projects valued up to $35 million
• Experience leading teams, developing talent and building a culture of accountability
• Ability to evaluate project opportunities and make sound business decisions
• A hands-on leadership style, moving between executive strategy and field-level problem solving

Required skills

• Budgeting and cost control
• Full profit-and-loss responsibility
• Business development and client relationship management
• Excellent communication, organizational and decision-making skills

What we offer

• Compensation of $225,000-$250,000 per year, with a performance-based bonus and financial incentives tied to company profitability
• 100% employer-paid health care coverage and a comprehensive health benefits package
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct access to ownership and significant operational autonomy