Director of Construction Operations (Industrial Construction, Power Gen)

About the Role

The Director will develop execution plans, manage budgeting, staffing, safety, quality, and procurement, and oversee either a single large ($150M+) project or multiple smaller ($25‑100M) projects. Responsibilities include supporting business development, building long‑term client relationships, reviewing financial and operational reports, managing contracts and change orders, and ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards. The role also involves mentoring staff, enforcing HR policies, leading pre‑construction activities such as bid evaluation and proposal development, and supervising execution to keep projects on schedule and within budget. • Lead Project Managers, Construction Managers, and Superintendents to deliver industrial construction projects. • Own portfolio profit and loss, ensuring operational excellence and financial performance. • Develop and execute project execution plans covering budget, staffing, safety, quality, and procurement. • Oversee single large (> $150M) or multiple smaller ($25‑100M) projects to meet schedule and cost targets. • Support business development by cultivating long‑term relationships with owners, OEMs, and engineering firms. • Analyze financial reports, control costs, and negotiate contracts and change orders. • Ensure compliance with corporate, client, and regulatory safety and quality standards. • Mentor and develop personnel, enforce HR policies, and approve staffing actions. • Drive pre‑construction activities: bid evaluation, proposal development, risk assessment, and schedule approval. • Monitor execution phase, using metrics to forecast finances and maintain productivity.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸project execution
• ▸cost control
• ▸contract negotiation
• ▸safety compliance
• ▸pre‑construction
• ▸client relations

What You Bring

Candidates should hold a four‑year construction, engineering, or related degree (or equivalent experience) and have at least ten years of industrial construction, project‑level finance, and management experience, particularly with heavy industrial or complex mid‑to‑large projects. Required skills include strong cost‑control knowledge, expertise in EPC and design‑build delivery models, persuasive influencing abilities, and exceptional communication and interpersonal skills. A deep understanding of commercial contracts, change‑order management, and safety practices is essential. The position is subject to pre‑employment screening, including background checks and drug testing. Accommodations for the hiring process can be requested via [email protected]. MasTec is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment. The company will never request payment, credit‑card information, or personal passwords during the application process; all recruiter emails end in @mastec.com or @talent.icims.com. • Require 10+ years industrial construction experience; degree in construction, engineering, or related field preferred. • Demonstrate expertise in cost control, EPC/design‑build models, contract negotiation, and stakeholder communication.

Requirements

• ▸10+ years
• ▸industrial construction
• ▸cost control
• ▸epc
• ▸design‑build
• ▸contract negotiation

Benefits

We are seeking a dynamic Director of Operations to lead day‑to‑day activities across our Industrial Construction Division. The role oversees Project Managers, Construction Managers, and Superintendents, owning the profit and loss performance of a portfolio and driving operational success from concept through construction. The position offers flexible location with up to 60% travel to regional offices, project sites, and client or vendor facilities. Compensation ranges from $200,000 to $225,000 annually, complemented by performance‑based merit increases. Benefits include a 401(k) with company match, an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, diabetes management, telehealth, pet insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, various leaves (including military and bereavement), disability and life insurance options, and additional programs such as an emergency travel assistance and group legal plan. • Offer salary $200‑$225k plus 401(k) match, ESPP, health/dental/vision, PTO, various leaves, and comprehensive insurance options.

Work Environment

Onsite