Director of Operations – Construction Trade Execution
Monsey, NY - USA
Job Summary
Director of Operations Construction Trade Execution
Monsey NY
$225000 $275000
Description / Position Overview
This role owns the execution performance and accountability of large-scale construction trade projects across both field operations and office-based project management teams.
The Director of Operations is responsible for ensuring projects are executed on time teams are aligned and accountable and operational systems are structured to support consistent delivery across multiple active developments. This role exists to bring discipline leadership and process into a fast-moving environment where coordination between field crews project managers and internal teams is critical to success.
This is a hands-on leadership role requiring strong operational control clear accountability structures and the ability to lead both on-site and office teams with consistency.
Responsibilities
Operational Ownership
Own execution across multiple large-scale construction trade projects simultaneously
Ensure projects are delivered on time within scope and aligned with client expectations
Maintain visibility across all active jobs and resolve issues before they impact timelines
Field & Office Leadership
Lead project managers field teams and operational staff across both office and job sites
Ensure alignment between field execution and project management workflows
Drive communication and coordination across all teams involved in project delivery
Accountability & LMA Leadership
Apply LMA (Lead Manage Accountability) principles to drive performance across all teams
Establish clear ownership expectations and accountability at every level
Hold managers and teams responsible for execution timelines and results
Process & Structure
Build and enforce structured operational processes across projects
Implement KPIs and performance tracking to drive accountability and improvement
Ensure workflows are clear repeatable and consistently executed
Client & Project Execution
Maintain strong relationships with developers contractors and stakeholders
Act as escalation point for project issues and ensure timely resolution
Ensure projects meet quality timeline and service expectations
Coordination & Planning
Coordinate across logistics supply chain and installation teams
Ensure materials scheduling and field execution are aligned
Drive planning and execution across multiple concurrent projects
Success in This Role
Projects are delivered consistently on time with minimal escalation
Field and office teams operate with clear accountability and alignment
Strong execution across multiple large-scale developments simultaneously
Improved operational structure processes and communication
High client satisfaction with fewer breakdowns or delays
Requirements
Proven leadership experience in construction trade environments servicing large-scale developments
Experience leading both field teams and office-based project management teams
Track record of managing multiple large projects simultaneously
Strong understanding of construction workflows project execution and trade coordination
Experience implementing structured processes KPIs and accountability systems
Strong communication and leadership skills across multiple teams and stakeholders
Ability to operate in a fast-paced execution-focused environment
Must-Have Capabilities
Strong LMA (Lead Manage Accountability) leadership experience
Experience in a leadership role with direct responsibility for team performance
Ability to enforce accountability and drive execution across teams
Strong ownership mindset with focus on results and delivery
Final Invitation to Apply
If you are a construction trade leader who has led teams in both the field and office operates with strong accountability and knows how to drive execution across multiple projects this role offers the opportunity to take full ownership of a high-impact operation.
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About Company
Mai Placement is an executive recruitment firm specializing in placing high-level candidates across diverse industries by leveraging industry-specific expertise and an intuitive, research-backed matching process geared toward long-term success.