Director of Construction Operations

KHP Management LLC•St. Louis, MO

32d•$145,000 - $165,000•Onsite

About The Position

KH Properties is seeking a Director of Construction Operations to lead its construction department and oversee renovation execution, capital improvement initiatives, operational systems, team development, and scalable departmental growth. The role reports directly to the CEO and is one of the company’s senior department leadership positions. The director will lead approximately 30 professionals, including a Project Manager, Procurement Manager, Site Superintendents, Construction Coordinators, field labor teams, skilled trades personnel, and supplemental subcontractors. This hands-on executive leadership role calls for someone able to work strategically while remaining grounded in practical construction execution. The successful leader will oversee simultaneous large-scale renovation projects, support capital improvements at stabilized assets, deliver targeted production expectations, keep projects within budget, and strengthen accountability and performance across the department. They will develop scalable construction processes and disciplined reporting while acting as a trusted executive leader aligned with the company’s vision and values. This is an in-office position based in Overland Park, Kansas, in the Kansas City metro. Non-local candidates must relocate to Kansas City. The role includes regular project-site travel, typically for two to three days at a time, one to two weeks per month depending on project activity. It is not remote or hybrid. KH Properties is a founder-led multifamily real estate owner, operator, and renovation company with a 24-year track record. It owns and operates approximately 3,000 apartment units across a growing portfolio and focuses on revitalizing workforce housing communities through renovation, operational excellence, and long-term stewardship. The role offers a base salary of $145,000–$165,000, benefits, and a potential long-term investment opportunity for proven leaders.

Requirements

Director-level construction leadership experience or equivalent operational ownership.
Experience leading Project Managers and Site Superintendents.
Experience overseeing multiple projects.
Budgeting and estimating leadership experience.
Subcontractor and labor management experience.
Process improvement and systems implementation experience.
Strong communication and executive presence.
Practical problem-solving ability.
Calm confidence under pressure.
High accountability and structured operational thinking.
Leadership maturity and strong cultural alignment.
Relocation to Kansas City if currently non-local.
Regular travel to project sites.

Nice To Haves

Residential and/or multifamily construction leadership experience.
Renovation or value-add construction experience.
Formal education in Construction Management, Building Construction, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline.

Responsibilities

Lead the construction department and its approximately 30 professionals.
Oversee renovation execution and multiple simultaneous large-scale renovation projects.
Support capital improvement initiatives at stabilized assets.
Build systems that consistently deliver targeted production expectations.
Ensure projects are completed within budget.
Strengthen accountability, leadership, and performance throughout the department.
Create scalable construction processes and reporting discipline.
Lead team development and support scalable departmental growth.
Travel regularly to project sites.

Benefits

Full individual health insurance coverage.
Partial family health contribution.
Dental and vision coverage.
401(k) with company match up to 4%.
Paid time off.
Paid holidays.
Relocation assistance for the right candidate.
Full business travel expense coverage.
Apple laptop and office equipment.
Potential opportunities for long-term, proven leaders to participate in company investment opportunities.