Operations Director

Are you a strategic thinker with an expertise for optimizing operations? As Operations Director on the SR400 Project, you will oversee and plan multiple segments to ensure safety, efficiency and budget adherence. With the opportunity to oversee a $4.6 billion dollar project, you'll leverage your expertise to drive economic success and timely execution.

The SR400 Express Lanes Project is a transformative $4.6 billion infrastructure initiative led by SR400 Constructors, a 50/50 joint venture between Flatiron Dragados and ACCIONA. Commissioned by the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) and Georgia State Road Tollway Authority (SRTA), the project will add two 16-mile express lanes from Sandy Springs MARTA Station (Exit 5) to McFarland (Exit 12), enhancing mobility along one of Georgia’s busiest corridors. With a peak workforce of over 500, the project also includes dedicated bus rapid transit stations and key bridge refurbishments. Construction is set to begin in late 2025, with substantial completion anticipated in 2031.

What You Will Be Doing

• Oversees multiple construction segments, departments, plans and productions within one project.
• Enforces Company and project safety plans at all project sites to ensure Company and sub-contractor safety compliance.
• Reviews proposed project plans to ensure plan is in compliance with project contract cost estimate, production goals and quality adherence, within schedule.
• Coordinates with Human Resources to ensure all projects have accurate personnel assigned and recruiting efforts are assigned to upcoming project needs.
• Reviews and ensures project costs are coded accurately for financial reporting.
• Provides technical guidance and resources to the project management team to ensure projects progresses on schedule and within prescribed budget.
• Reviews weekly and monthly project status reports.
• Evaluates project activities to determine compliance with government regulatory agencies and coordinate with agencies for permitting regulations.
• Assists project managers with Owner relations, presentations and change order requests, as needed.
• Manages and provides oversight to insurance issues, as needed.
• Participates in the selection and contract execution with subcontractors and suppliers.
• Oversees and/or audits project cost controls, budgets, invoicing, estimates and project forecasting and provide input to upper management related to project operations and status .
  
  

What We Are Looking For

• 15 years’ experience in heavy civil construction required.
• 10 years construction management experience required.
• Bachelor’s Degree is a plus.
• Experience managing multi-billion-dollar heavy civil highway projects, required
• Experience managing complex P3 (Public-Private Partnership) projects, required
• Experience in the local Georgia market, including Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) experience, highly preferred
• Safety Trained Supervisor (STS) certification preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Understands the critical points and common risk areas of contract and partner relationships.
• Proven ability to identify risk areas early and develop appropriate solutions to mitigate issues and claims against the contract.
• Able to identify and define growth opportunities for direct reports and extended reports regarding company strategy and company expected competencies required for career progression.
• Expert knowledge of complex construction means and methods.
• Proven knowledge and ability to manage claims process and negotiate with Owner regarding project issues.
• Strong leadership skills to support internal talent growth and mentorship at multiple projects types and locations.
• Proficient multi-tasking and prioritization skills to provide technical guidance to scheduling, production, construction issues and Owner relationship situations.
  
  

Why work for us

Some of the benefits you may be eligible for as an employee are:

• Comprehensive compensation package and paid time off program
• Industry leading 401(k)/RRSP
• Medical/Extended Health Care, Dental, Vision and/or Provincial Medical
• Wellness benefits & Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
  
  

We are an EEO/ADA/Veterans employer.

Salary Min

USD $230,000.00/Yr.

Salary Max

USD $290,000.00/Yr.