Director of Operations

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Director of Operations to lead field execution and project management operations across a multi-region roadway safety and infrastructure services environment. This role is responsible for overseeing concurrent roadway safety projects driving operational consistency ensuring financial performance and advancing scalable operational processes. The Director of Operations will lead field crews project managers superintendents and regional teams while maintaining a strong focus on safety project profitability operational excellence and team development. The ideal candidate brings extensive experience in construction or industrial operations leadership strong P&L management capabilities and the ability to improve performance through lean process implementation cross-functional collaboration and data-driven decision-making in fast-paced field environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead regional operations teams overseeing multiple concurrent roadway safety and infrastructure projects
• Manage field execution operational performance project delivery and workforce coordination
• Oversee project management operations including scheduling budgeting forecasting resource allocation and stakeholder communication
• Ensure projects move efficiently from project award through closeout with visibility into risk margins and performance
• Drive profitability through strong P&L oversight cost control revenue tracking change order management and financial analysis
• Implement lean operational improvements and scalable systems to improve efficiency accountability and consistency
• Build mentor and develop high-performing field leadership and PMO teams
• Partner cross-functionally with estimating engineering safety supply chain and sales teams to support project success
• Ensure compliance with OSHA standards roadway safety regulations traffic control requirements and company policies
• Lead operational reporting project documentation internal communications and change management initiatives
• Visit project sites regularly to monitor operations support teams address client concerns and maintain project quality
• Participate in strategic planning and business development initiatives as needed
• Support operational growth and continuous improvement efforts across multiple regions

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Business Administration Construction Management Operations Engineering or related field
• Minimum 8 years of experience in construction industrial services or field operations environments
• At least 5 years of operational leadership and project management experience
• Experience managing geographically dispersed operations and multiple concurrent projects
• Strong financial management skills with demonstrated experience managing budgets margins forecasting and P&L performance
• Proven operational leadership and field execution experience
• Strong analytical organizational and decision-making skills
• Experience leading project management functions teams and operational initiatives
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced environments
• Strong communication and team leadership capabilities
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and project management tools such as Procore Smartsheet and MS Project
• Valid drivers license with the ability to meet the companys driving requirements
• Ability to travel approximately 30% within the assigned region

Preferred Skills

• Experience within roadway safety guardrail heavy civil or construction industries
• Experience managing relationships and projects involving state DOTs
• Proven success in implementing lean principles and continuous improvement initiatives
• Experience overseeing regional operations across multiple locations
• Professional certifications such as PMP Lean Six Sigma or OSHA certifications
• Strong change management and team development experience
• Ability to improve operational metrics through leadership and coaching
• Experience working in both field and office operational environments

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Combination of office and active construction site environments
• Exposure to varying weather conditions roadway environments and high-noise job sites
• Ability to stand sit walk reach and use standard office equipment regularly
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 75 pounds
• Travel requirement of approximately 30% within the assigned region

Compensation & Benefits

• Compensation range: $155000 $185000 plus benefits
• Leadership opportunity with operational oversight and strategic impact
• High-visibility role supporting regional operational growth and infrastructure project delivery