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 & EfficiencyFull 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 DevelopmentContract 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 & RequirementsEducation: 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.