Director of Operations-Concrete Construction
Company: Kimmel and Associates
Location: Charlotte
Posted on: December 2, 2025
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Job Description:
About the Company Our client is a nationally recognized concrete
contractor with a strong presence in the Southeast and a growing
footprint in the Carolinas. The company has a strong track record
of success in high-profile and technically demanding concrete
structures. About the Position The company is seeking a Director of
Operations to lead operations in Charlotte. This is not a
traditional operations manager role—it’s a head coach position for
someone who has lived in the details of complex concrete projects
and now knows how to lead multiple teams to success. This is an
opportunity to own both the strategic and tactical performance of 4
major projects at once—ranging from $8M and 4 stories up to 30
story towers. You’ll manage project teams, shape preconstruction
and business development targeting, ensure high standards in
execution, and drive accountability through data and process.
You’ll need to pivot when required, support your team through
challenges, and communicate with clarity and urgency. If you have a
track record of leading large commercial concrete projects and are
known for having "command presence" in high-stakes
environments—this is your stage. Key Responsibilities Lead
operational oversight of 3–6 large-scale concrete projects
simultaneously. Provide coaching and structure to PMs and
Superintendents—ensure they know what they’re focused on and how to
execute. Guide preconstruction and BD teams to chase and win the
right work. Review and act on project data—use KPIs, schedule,
budget, and safety metrics to identify opportunities and drive
accountability. Own manpower planning and team resource alignment
across projects. Make go/no-go decisions in precon, provide
execution feedback early and often. Partner with leadership to
continually refine operational strategy. Maintain client
relationships across the lifecycle of major projects. Requirements
Minimum 10 years of construction project management experience,
preferably rising through the ranks as a Project Manager.
Demonstrated success on complex concrete projects $8M and/or
structures over 4 stories. Strong preference for experience in
high-rise , sports facilities , or large commercial concrete work.
Ability to lead multiple teams and juggle competing demands while
keeping high-level priorities clear. Comfort using data to drive
decisions; you must be able to articulate how you organize , lead ,
and hold your team accountable . Confident communicator who
commands respect on job sites and in the boardroom. Bachelor’s
degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or similar is
preferred. Benefits & Compensation Base Salary: $200k Range Bonus:
Up to 30% Reward Share: 15–20% Incentives: Target bonuses and
potential long term incentive plan only shared by the top
executives of the company. Additional: Comprehensive benefits
package, vehicle allowance. LI-SK1
Keywords: Kimmel and Associates, Charlotte , Director of Operations-Concrete Construction, Construction , Charlotte, North Carolina
