Construction Director

We are a rapidly growing, privately-owned civil construction firm focused on high-quality, sustainable regional development. Due to aggressive expansion, we are seeking a hands-on, results-driven
Construction Director
to take full ownership of our operational pipeline and financial performance. If you thrive on optimizing processes, driving profitability, and building high-performing local teams, this is your chance to directly impact the company's P&L and strategic direction.

Key ResponsibilitiesOperational Oversight & Efficiency

• Full P&L Responsibility:
  Directly manage the budget, resource allocation, and profitability for the entire construction division.
• Process Optimization:
  Standardize and streamline project delivery processes, from planning and scheduling to final sign-off, focusing on lean construction principles.
• Fleet & Resource Management:
  Oversee the procurement, maintenance, and strategic deployment of heavy plant, equipment, and labor resources across the region.

Client Relations & Business Development

• Contract Management:
  Lead negotiations and manage relationships with key municipal clients, sub-contractors, and suppliers to ensure beneficial partnership terms.
• Quality & Safety:
  Enforce the company's zero-incident safety culture and quality control protocols across all sites, ensuring compliance with local codes and standards.
• Pre-Construction Input:
  Work closely with the estimating and engineering teams to ensure tender submissions are technically viable, highly competitive, and profitable.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education:
  Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management.
• Experience:
  10+ years
  of operational experience in civil or heavy construction, with demonstrable success in a senior management role overseeing multiple projects concurrently (ideally in the utilities/road sector).
• Local Knowledge:
  Deep familiarity with local permitting processes, environmental regulations, and regional sub-contractor networks in [Specific State/Region] is highly desirable.
• Attributes:
  Proven leadership ability, excellent communication skills, and a strong commercial acumen. Must be comfortable with a high degree of autonomy.