Director of Operations (Mining and Metals Construction)

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United StatesFull-TimeDirector
Salary200,000 - 225,000 USD per year
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Job Details

Experience
10+ years
Required Skills
Project ManagementBusiness DevelopmentBudgeting

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent industry experience.
  • 10+ years of experience leading complex industrial construction projects within mining, metals, power generation, or similar heavy industrial sectors.
  • Strong experience working within EPC, Design-Build, or Construction Management project delivery environments.
  • Proven track record managing large-scale industrial construction operations and multi-project portfolios.
  • Strong commercial and financial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and contract management expertise.
  • Extensive experience with change order management, schedule management, and risk mitigation processes.
  • Excellent leadership, team management, and mentoring capabilities.
  • Strong business development and client relationship management skills.
  • Advanced knowledge of industrial safety standards, construction methods, and fabrication processes.
  • Ability to travel up to 50% across the United States.

Responsibilities

  • Lead day-to-day operational oversight for multiple large-scale mining, metals, or industrial construction projects.
  • Manage project profitability, budgeting, staffing, scheduling, procurement, safety, and quality performance.
  • Direct and support Project Managers, Construction Managers, and Superintendents.
  • Oversee projects and portfolios valued at $500M+.
  • Build and maintain long-term relationships with clients, engineering firms, OEMs, and partners.
  • Participate in business development, proposal reviews, and bid strategy.
  • Lead contract review, change order management, and commercial negotiations.
  • Monitor financial performance through cost analysis, forecasting, and reporting.
  • Promote and enforce strong safety and quality cultures.
  • Mentor and develop operational teams.
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