Branch Director

PULLMAN aStructural Group Company integrates technology-driven engineered solutions into its industry-leading contracting services. PULLMANs capabilities include specialty design-build services for new and existing structures as well as a wide range of specialty repair and maintenance services. With offices located throughout Canada and as a signatory to local national and international labor union agreements PULLMAN has the track record and the experience to meet our customers specialty contracting needs.

Branch Director Chicago IL

Build a Career That Makes Structures Stronger and Last Longer

At PULLMAN we dont just repair infrastructure. As the nations premier specialty union contractor we handle the complex restoration projects others cant touch.

We are searching for a Branch Director to lead our Chicago operations. This is a legacy-defining opportunity for a motivated construction professional to run a local self-performing operation backed by an unmatched national reputation.

Position Summary

As Branch Director you will provide strategic and operational leadership for PULLMANs Chicago branch while driving business growth operational excellence safety profitability and employee development throughout the region.

This role is ideal for a proven construction leader with deep expertise in concrete repair and masonry restoration strong experience managing union labor environments and a successful track record leading large-scale self-performed restoration operations.

The Branch Director will oversee branch operations including project execution financial performance estimating business development workforce planning and leadership development while maintaining strong relationships with clients labor partners and internal teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead all branch operations including project management field operations estimating business development and financial performance
• Drive branch profitability through strategic planning forecasting and operational execution
• Oversee complex self-performed restoration and rehabilitation projects including:
  • Structural concrete repair
  • Masonry restoration
  • Waterproofing
  • Structural strengthening
  • Building envelope restoration
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with owners consultants general contractors and union partners
• Ensure the highest standards of safety quality control and operational excellence across all projects
• Mentor and develop Project Managers Superintendents Engineers and emerging leaders within the organization
• Partner with estimating and business development teams to pursue and secure new work opportunities
• Lead workforce planning and resource allocation to support regional growth objectives
• Evaluate project risk contract exposure and overall branch performance metrics
• Foster a collaborative high-performance culture focused on accountability leadership development and continuous improvement

Qualifications

• 15 years of construction leadership experience within the restoration specialty contracting or heavy civil industry
• Strong background in:
  • Concrete restoration
  • Masonry restoration
  • Waterproofing
  • Structural strengthening
  • Specialty rehabilitation projects
• Previous experience managing operations within a union construction environment
• Demonstrated success leading large self-performed construction teams and multi-million-dollar project portfolios
• Proven experience with branch-level financial oversight including P&L responsibility forecasting budgeting and operational planning
• Strong business development and client relationship management experience
• Bachelors degree in Construction Management Civil Engineering Structural Engineering or related field preferred
• Excellent leadership communication negotiation and organizational skills
• Ability to build trust mentor teams and drive accountability across all levels of the organization

What We Offer

PULLMAN is proud of a company culture that promotes safety quality innovation and career growth. We offer:

• Competitive base salary performance incentives
• Medical dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Tuition reimbursement
• Career advancement and leadership development opportunities
• A collaborative and people-focused work environment

We anticipate end of year salary and bonuses sitting $200k based off education and experience.

Why Join PULLMAN

At PULLMAN youll have the opportunity to lead impactful restoration projects that preserve and strengthen critical infrastructure and iconic structures throughout the region. Youll join an organization known for technical excellence innovation and investing in its people and future leaders.

PULLMAN is proud of a company culture that promotes 24/7 safety and quality. We offer competitive compensation and benefits including medical and dental insurance 401(k) paid holidays & vacation tuition reimbursement career development and growth opportunities and a caring work environment. EOE/M/F/D/V