Operations Director - Industrial Construction

The Weitz Company•Des Moines, IA

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Weitz Company is seeking an Operations Director for its Industrial team. This role oversees all business unit construction operations and manages assigned Project Executive(s), Senior Managers, and personnel within the industrial unit. The position plays a key role in developing and executing a business unit strategic growth plan, identifying continuous improvement opportunities, and ensuring project success in terms of safety, quality, profitability, client satisfaction, and schedule adherence. The Director of Operations reports to the Business Unit Leader and requires flexibility for up to 75% business travel, with the ability to work efficiently from remote offices, projects, or client locations.

Requirements

An industry related bachelor's degree is required. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
A minimum of fifteen (15) years of construction project management experience is required.
Proven successful strategic execution, implementation of business unit and/or companywide initiatives, and successful leadership of a team is also required in this role.
Proficiency in basic computer software programs such as Microsoft Word, Powerpoint, Excel, and Outlook.
Solid experience with project management/scheduling software (JDE, Procore, Bluebeam, scheduling software, etc.)

Nice To Haves

LEAN principles experience is desirable.
OSHA 10 or 30 preferred, or the willingness to obtain upon hire.
A strong understanding of LEAN IPD principles including Target Value Delivery is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Ensure all projects are successful in developing a strong safety culture, performing at the expected level of quality and profitability, meeting client needs and tracking on or ahead of schedule
Partner closely with business development teams to identify pursuits, provide direction in line with the strategic plan and maintain new and existing business relationships
Oversee and provide insight throughout a project (business development initiative to project closeout), to include: preconstruction efforts, buyout process, project schedule, project plan, contract terms and budgets, prime contract terms and obligations, change order/subcontracts/purchase order negotiations and project closeout
Collaborate with business unit leadership to identify qualified staff for project(s) and gaps for future growth; manage the recruitment and hiring of talented staff to fill identified gaps
Identify training gaps and opportunities for operations staff
Ensure project goals are executed and achieved; high morale and commitment is built; and quality programs and initiatives are implemented
Collaborate with Business Unit Leader to create and implement annual operating plan and strategic growth plan
Accept overall responsibility of risk management and mitigation for business unit construction operations
Drive value engineering and identify scope reduction opportunities
Lead dispute resolution process among subcontractors, vendors, architects and owners
Create and foster working relationships with all personnel involved throughout all phases of the construction process
Lead a team by example through motivation, professionalism, providing clear vision and direction, proposing and implementing change and developing/mentoring direct reports
Delegate tasks/responsibilities as appropriate for development; recommend disciplinary action when necessary; oversee job assignments; recommend promotions
Perform other duties as assigned