About the Company

The company is a well-established construction organization with more than 40 years of success delivering complex construction and MEP projects throughout Virginia. The company consistently executes projects exceeding $10M in value and generates approximately $300M in annual revenue across its construction and MEP operating groups.

About the Position

The company is seeking a seasoned Director of Operations to provide executive-level leadership across its construction and MEP operations. This role will oversee multiple project teams and operational leaders, ensuring consistent execution, financial performance, safety, and client satisfaction across projects ranging from $5MM and above.

The Director of Operations will partner closely with executive leadership, project executives, and field leadership to drive operational excellence, standardize best practices, and support sustainable growth across Central Virginia through the Tidewater region.

Key Responsibilities Include: Providing strategic and operational leadership across multiple construction and MEP projects Overseeing project execution, scheduling, cost control, quality, and safety performance Leading and mentoring project executives, project managers, and field leadership Establishing and enforcing operational standards, processes, and best practices Partnering with preconstruction teams to support project planning and risk mitigation Monitoring financial performance, forecasting, and margin attainment across projects Ensuring compliance with contract requirements, safety regulations, and company policies Supporting client relationship management and business development initiatives Driving continuous improvement across operations, staffing, and resource planning Requirements Education : Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field Experience: 10+ years of progressive leadership experience within general construction and/or MEP contracting Project Experience: Proven experience overseeing projects valued at $5MM+, including multi-project or regional responsibility Geographic Experience : Familiarity managing projects across Central Virginia to the Tidewater region preferred Leadership Skills: Strong people leadership and team development capabilities Ability to lead through influence across multiple project teams Operational Expertise: Deep understanding of construction operations, scheduling, cost control, and risk management Strong financial acumen and experience managing budgets and forecasts Benefits Competitive base salary ($145,000 - $190,000 ) Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage 401(k) and retirement benefits Paid time off and holidays Long-term career growth with a stable, employee-owned organization Opportunity to play a key leadership role in a $300M construction and MEP platform

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