Director of Project Operations – Commercial General Contractor

Leadership opportunity at a premiere General Contractor in Wisconsin

Qualifications, skills, and all relevant experience needed for this role can be found in the full description below.

Be the team lead in an office with a 50 person headcount.

About Our Client

My client, a 5th generation family owned company, has carefully developed one of the best reputations in all of Wisconsin Construction for excellent quality, process, and people.

They have offices in Milwaukee and Madison, with a wide range of projects under construction including health-care, education, luxury multi-family, and commercial projects, with project values as high as $250M.

They have cultivated an excellent culture by offering employees flexibility in work hours, complete autonomy in projects, a collective commitment to excellence, and above market compensation.

As a result, they have one of the highest retention rates in Wisconsin construction.

Job Description

• Project Leadership : Direct and manage multiple projects simultaneously, providing strategic direction and ensuring adherence to project scope, schedule, and budget.
• Client Engagement : Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, fostering strong relationships, and ensuring client expectations are met or exceeded.
• Team Management : Lead and mentor project teams including Project Managers, Superintendents, and support staff, promoting collaboration and professional growth.
• Financial Oversight : Monitor project financial performance, ensuring profitability, cost control, and accurate forecasting.
• Risk Management : Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimize exposure and ensure project success.
• Quality Assurance : Uphold company standards for construction quality, safety protocols, and regulatory compliance.
• Business Development : Support business development efforts by participating in client presentations, proposals, and fostering new client relationships.
• Innovation and Improvement : Champion innovation and continuous improvement initiatives to optimize project delivery and operational efficiency.

The Successful Applicant

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in project management within the construction industry, with at least 5 years in a leadership role overseeing large-scale projects.
• Proven track record of successfully delivering complex construction projects on time and within budget.
• Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to inspire and motivate teams to achieve project goals.
• Exceptional negotiation and conflict resolution abilities.
• Thorough understanding of construction contracts, legal issues, and regulatory requirements.
• Proficiency in construction management software and tools (e.g., Procore, Primavera, Bluebeam).

What’s On Offer

• $145,000 $165,000 base salary depending on experience
• Significant bonus potential
• Hybrid option
• Competitive 401k match
• 100% employer-paid health, vision, dental insurance
• Company Car
• Gas Card
• Strong pipeline of projects

Contact : Owen Meyer

Quote job ref : JN-102024-6552296

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