Director of Commercial Construction Operations

David Nice Builders•Williamsburg, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

David Nice Builders is seeking a seasoned construction executive to serve as Director of Commercial Construction Operations. This is a senior leadership role with full P&L accountability for our Commercial Division, overseeing a portfolio of private, federal, public sector, and design-build projects. Reporting directly to the DNB President and Vice President, you will set the strategic and operational direction for the division, lead a high-performing team of project managers and superintendents, and serve as the primary steward of client relationships, project excellence, and division growth. This is a high-visibility role for a leader who thrives with autonomy, entrepreneurial ownership, and a commitment to delivering exceptional results.

Requirements

15+ years of progressive commercial construction experience, including at least 5 years in senior leadership with P&L responsibility
Proven success delivering complex commercial projects across general contracting, CM-at-risk, and design-build models
Strong financial acumen and experience managing division-level profitability
Proficiency with construction software (Procore/Viewpoint, Primavera P6 or MS Project)

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s or master's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or related field
Experience with federal/public sector contracting
DBIA certification or strong design-build background
Established industry network in commercial construction
Decisive, high-integrity leader with excellent communication skills, proven team-building ability, and a proactive approach to business development and innovation.
Model DNB’s values daily and are ready to be an ambassador for our company culture.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute the Commercial Division’s annual operating plan aligned with company growth objectives.
Track KPIs, anticipate market shifts, and contribute to company-wide strategy.
Provide executive oversight on all active projects, ensuring on-time, on-budget, high-quality delivery.
Chair project review meetings and serve as the escalation point for critical issues.
Lead early-stage budgeting, constructability reviews, pricing strategy, and client presentations for design-build opportunities.
Directly lead, coach, and develop project managers and field leadership.
Build bench strength, conduct performance evaluations, and foster a culture of accountability, craftsmanship, integrity, and client service.
Manage the full division P&L, enforce financial controls, deliver strong margins, and partner with Finance on forecasting and reporting.
Own key client relationships, drive repeat business, participate in proposals and networking, and support pursuit of federal and public sector opportunities.
Champion risk mitigation, regulatory compliance, safety culture, and rigorous quality standards across all projects.
Drive process improvements, technology adoption (Procore, Primavera, etc.), and seamless collaboration with Estimating, Pre-Construction, Finance, HR, and the Civil Division.