Operations Director - Construction

Connect with us LinkedIn , Instagram , Facebook , Twitter Thinking about a change? EllisDon is at the forefront of the rapidly changing construction industry. Our core values empower people to build great careers and develop creative solutions for complex projects. We have over 70 years of demonstrated expertise in pre-construction, construction, and post-construction. Learn more about our Cradle to Grave services and hear from our team about careers at EllisDon. In case you're curious, here's what the industry thinks of us and some of the impacts we've made to the communities we work in, and our latest Impact report . Our new venture in Austin, Texas highlights our dedication to innovation and community infrastructure. This project brings our Cradle to Grave services to a vibrant city, ensuring superior standards at every construction phase. Join us as EllisDon continues to shape the future of construction. You as an Operations Director will: Play a key role in supporting the Texas Regional Manager and leadership team while driving initiatives to establish a strong presence in the Texas market. Foster a collaborative and positive work environment that emphasizes caring for both our business and the safety of our team and community. Identify and secure construction projects across Central Texas. Effectively staff all Central Texas projects with dynamic & professional individuals that reflect the company's values. Assist the E stimating Manager and the Pre-construction Director with comprehensive bid reviews and tender closings, drawing on specific market and industry knowledge. Develop comprehensive project execution plans, including pre - construction , estimating, project scheduling, and risk mitigation strategies. Hold teams accountable for all aspects of project performance. Lead and mentor construction site leaders (Superintendents, Project Managers , etc ., to ensure decisions are made with safety, integrity, and sound business practices in mind. Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and partners, embodying trust and fairness in every interaction. Is this the right role for you? Proven experience in managing medium and large construction projects in the Central Texas market. Strong leadership skills focused on team collaboration, business care, and safety. A passion for building and expanding EllisDon 's business in Texas, creating opportunities for all team members. A c ommitment to innovation and excellence in every project. Established relationships with Central Texas clients, subcontractors and trade partners. Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering or related field. A degree from a Texas University is a plus. 1 5 + years construction experience . A proven record of delivering Health Care and Higher Education projects is a plus. What we offer: A market-competitive annual salary that rewards your talent . Profit Sharing . Medical, Dental, and Life insurance coverage from the first day of employment. 401k matching plan . Healthcare spending account. EllisDon is proud to provide this unique career opportunity that provides continuous learning, opportunity for growth, and a competitive compensation package within an environment that is committed to inclusion and respects diversity. We celebrate our differences and commit to Inclusive Diversity, creating a safe environment for everyone to be their authentic selves. Our purpose is to help people achieve their full potential and contribute meaningfully to the community. Go ahead and be yourself. We'll pay you for it! We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome people of any age, culture, subculture, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nationality, ethnicity, race, size, mental or physical status, veteran status, religion, language, political opinion, working-style preference, family status, education, and socio-economic status. The EllisDon core values of Integrity and Mutual Respect welcomes everyone , at work and in the community, and our value of Mutual Accountability means that we all have a role to play. As an EllisDon employee, this will ultimately be your commitment to Inclusive Diversity. Accommodation for Applicants with disabilities will be made during the recruitment process when requested. We are committed to providing a positive candidate experience and ensuring timely updates are provided to all candidates. If you haven't already, be sure to create a profile on our Careers page here to remain up to date on the status of your application and learn about new career opportunities as they arise.