Construction Operations Director
AlphaHire
full-time
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Location Type: Remote
Location: California • United States
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Job Level
About the role
- Provide leadership and oversight for commercial construction projects from preconstruction through project completion
- Manage and mentor project managers, superintendents, and construction teams
- Oversee project schedules, budgets, and operational performance across multiple projects
- Establish project management standards, reporting structures, and operational procedures
- Collaborate with executive leadership on project strategy, resource allocation, and operational planning
- Review contracts, scopes of work, and major project risks prior to execution
- Support preconstruction activities including estimating reviews, bid strategy, and project planning
- Monitor project financial performance including cost control, forecasting, and change management
- Maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and project partners
- Ensure compliance with safety standards, regulatory requirements, and company policies
Requirements
- 10+ years of experience in commercial construction
- 5+ years of experience in senior leadership roles such as Senior Project Manager, Construction Manager, or Director-level positions
- Strong background managing multiple commercial construction projects simultaneously
- Experience working for a general contractor or construction management firm
- Proven ability to lead and develop project management teams
- Strong understanding of construction operations, scheduling, and cost management
- Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills
- **Preferred Experience**
- Experience with commercial, institutional, industrial, or mixed-use construction projects
- Familiarity with construction management software such as Procore, Bluebeam, or similar platforms
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field preferred
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package including:
- Base salary
- Performance incentives or bonuses
- Executive benefits package
- Compensation will vary depending on experience and company size.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard Skills & Tools
project managementcost managementschedulingestimatingchange managementrisk managementbudgetingresource allocationfinancial performance monitoringconstruction operations
Soft Skills
leadershipcommunicationorganizational skillsmentoringcollaborationrelationship managementoversightstrategic planningproblem-solvingteam development