Senior Director of Construction
The Opportunity The Senior Director of Construction serves as the senior field operations leader for the West Region and is responsible for establishing, implementing, and maintaining the construction execution strategies, workforce management practices, safety culture, quality standards, and operational disciplines necessary to successfully deliver projects safely, efficiently, on schedule, and profitably. This position partners closely with the Vice President, Senior Director of Operational Support, Finance, Estimating, Human Resources, Safety, and Executive Leadership to ensure construction operations are effectively staffed, properly resourced, and consistently executed across all projects and business units. The Senior Director of Construction functions as the regional leader for field execution, workforce productivity, construction management, resource deployment, safety performance, quality control, operational readiness, and continuous improvement of construction operations.
Responsibilities
Construction Leadership Serve as a strategic advisor and construction operations partner to the Vice President of the West Region. Lead all regional construction execution activities. Establish and maintain construction execution standards and best practices. Drive accountability, consistency, and performance across all field operations. Support execution of regional business objectives and growth initiatives. Identify construction risks and develop mitigation strategies. Facilitate collaboration between Construction, Project Management, Safety, Finance, Estimating, and Executive Leadership. Construction Execution & Delivery Lead regional construction execution activities to achieve schedule, quality, safety, and productivity objectives. Monitor field production performance and construction progress. Support project startup, mobilization, and operational readiness activities. Coordinate recovery planning and execution for projects experiencing construction performance challenges. Ensure consistency in construction execution across all business units and projects. Support project teams in implementing company standards and operational procedures. Workforce Management & Resource Planning Lead workforce planning and deployment strategies across the region. Monitor resource utilization and workforce capacity. Support staffing and organizational planning initiatives. Develop strategies to improve labor productivity and workforce effectiveness. Assist leadership in workforce optimization and organizational development efforts. Support onboarding and integration of construction personnel. Safety & Quality Leadership Champion a culture of safety excellence throughout the organization. Ensure compliance with company, customer, regulatory, and contractual safety requirements. Lead initiatives to reduce incidents and improve overall safety performance. Promote quality workmanship and continuous improvement in field execution. Support quality assurance and quality control initiatives. Drive accountability for safety and quality performance throughout the organization. Financial & Operational Performance Support Support field labor productivity improvement initiatives. Assist operational leaders in evaluating construction performance and efficiency. Partner with Finance and Operations leadership to improve operational visibility and profitability. Support forecasting of labor, equipment, and construction resources. Assist in identifying operational risks that may impact project performance. Support annual business planning and budgeting efforts. Equipment, Logistics & Operational Readiness Oversee equipment utilization and deployment strategies. Support fleet and equipment planning initiatives. Ensure projects are properly resourced to execute work efficiently. Improve operational readiness and mobilization effectiveness. Support procurement and logistics planning efforts as required. Develop strategies to improve equipment utilization and operational efficiency. Training & Leadership Development Develop field leadership capabilities throughout the organization. Mentor Directors of Construction, Construction Managers, Superintendents, and Foremen. Promote best practices and operational excellence throughout field operations. Facilitate lessons learned reviews and knowledge-sharing initiatives. Support leadership development and succession planning initiatives. Strengthen organizational capability and workforce readiness. Executive Support & Strategic Initiatives Prepare executive-level construction performance reports and analyses. Lead special projects and strategic initiatives assigned by the Vice President. Support Board of Directors presentations and executive reporting requirements. Coordinate construction planning efforts across multiple projects and business units. Assist with organizational growth initiatives and market expansion efforts. Serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership regarding construction performance and improvement opportunities. Key Deliverables Weekly Deliverables Construction Performance Dashboard Workforce Utilization Report Safety Performance Report Production Progress Report Construction Recovery Action Updates Monthly Deliverables Regional Construction Review Labor Productivity Analysis Construction Performance Dashboard Workforce Capacity Forecast Equipment Utilization Report Safety and Quality Performance Summary Quarterly Deliverables Construction Operations Assessment Workforce Development Plan Resource Capacity Analysis Construction Process Improvement Roadmap Strategic Initiative Progress Report Executive Construction Performance Review Leadership Expectations Acts as a trusted advisor to the Vice President of the West Region. Demonstrates executive-level leadership, professionalism, and business acumen. Leads through accountability, collaboration, and operational excellence. Builds strong cross-functional relationships throughout the organization. Promotes a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement. Maintains a strategic mindset while ensuring construction execution excellence. Drives transparency, accountability, and consistency across the region. Develops future construction leaders and strengthens organizational capability. Aligns construction priorities with company goals and strategic objectives. Position Impact The Senior Director of Construction plays a critical role in enabling the West Region to execute projects safely, efficiently, and profitably. Through leadership of construction operations, workforce planning, field execution, safety performance, quality management, resource deployment, and continuous improvement initiatives, this position ensures the organization has the operational capability, field leadership, and execution discipline necessary to achieve sustainable growth and construction excellence throughout the region.
Required Qualifications
Education & Experience Bachelor’s Degree: Required in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Building Science, Business Administration, or a closely related field. An equivalent combination of extensive field leadership experience and education will be considered. Executive Experience: A minimum of 10–12+ years of progressive leadership experience in construction operations, with at least 5 years in a senior regional or divisional oversight role (e.g., Director of Construction, VP of Operations, or equivalent). Large-Scale Portfolio Management: Proven track record of successfully overseeing a multi-project, multi-business unit portfolio with an aggregate annual volume exceeding $100M+ (or relevant regional scale). Self-Perform & Labor Management: Deep experience managing large, diverse field workforces, union/non-union dynamics, and strategic resource allocation across a vast geographic region (West Region experience preferred). Technical & Operational Expertise Construction Operations Excellence: Master-level understanding of construction execution strategies, scheduling methodologies, field productivity metrics, and project mobilization practices. Financial Acumen: Advanced capability in managing regional operational budgets, labor forecasting, equipment utilization strategies, and analyzing financial dashboards to drive profitability. Project Recovery: Demonstrated success in diagnosing underperforming projects and rapidly implementing effective construction recovery action plans. Safety & Quality Leadership: Proven experience championing world-class safety cultures with a firm grasp of regulatory compliance (OSHA, MSHA, etc.) and a track record of actively reducing TRIR and DART rates. Success Measures Success Metrics The Senior Director of Construction will be measured on: Construction schedule performance Labor productivity achievement Safety performance (TRIR, DART, recordable incidents) Workforce utilization effectiveness Construction quality performance Equipment utilization effectiveness Project recovery success rates Operational compliance and standards adherence Workforce retention and development Support of regional profitability goals Customer satisfaction related to project execution Executive leadership satisfaction Additional Information Salary Range: $170,000 - $190,000 Salary,+ Bonus - based on experience Schedule: Day Shift: Monday - Friday Travel Requirements: Remote - Ability to travel frequently (25%+) across the West Region to conduct site assessments, support project startups, and interface with field teams. Role Openings: 1 Target Start Date: 2-3 weeks from offer Interview Process Recruiter Screen 2nd Interview with VP of Operations Final Interview with The Chief People Officer Conditional offer upon successful background check Equal Opportunity Employer Glass Roots Construction (GRC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Reasonable Accommodation Glass Roots Construction (GRC) provides reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodation to participate in the hiring process or to perform the essential functions of this job, please contact us at [email protected]. Apply To This Job