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Area Director - Michigan
Position Summary
The Area Director is a senior leadership role responsible for driving the operational, financial, and strategic performance of multiple locations within a defined geographic region. This leader oversees Operations Managers and project leadership teams to deliver strong EBITDA performance, operational excellence, and scalable growth.
This role focuses on building high-performing teams, optimizing operations, and aligning resources across business units to ensure consistent execution, safety, and quality. The Area Director plays a key role in long-term planning, capital strategy, and partnering with executive leadership to drive sustainable success.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead multiple business units to achieve performance targets across safety, quality, delivery, and profitability
- Develop, coach, and hold Operations Managers and field leadership accountable for results and execution excellence
- Partner with executive leadership to define and execute regional strategies that drive growth and margin improvement
- Optimize resource allocation, production capacity, and equipment utilization across locations
- Ensure all projects meet customer expectations, contractual requirements, and company quality standards
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, cost control, and schedule performance
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Safety, Maintenance, Finance, HR, and Project Management teams to ensure alignment and consistency
- Own regional budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance, including EBITDA targets
- Lead capital planning and fleet strategy to support current operations and future expansion
- Champion a strong safety culture with clear accountability and compliance standards
- Maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders, customers, and industry partners
- Support long-term planning, operational scalability, and strategic growth initiatives
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree preferred; engineering, construction management, or related field is a plus
- 8–10 years of experience in trenchless construction or related industries
- Proven success managing P&L, budgeting, forecasting, and multi-unit financial performance
- Strong operational and financial acumen with the ability to connect field execution to business outcomes
- Experience leading leaders and building high-performing, accountable teams
- Strategic mindset with the ability to balance long-term planning and day-to-day execution
- Strong communication, decision-making, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage complexity, scale operations, and adapt in a fast-paced environment
What We Offer
- Comprehensive benefits package: medical, dental, vision, and more
- Company-paid benefits including life insurance, long-term disability, and EAP
- Performance-based bonus program
- 401(k) with company match
- Generous paid time off and 10 paid holidays
- Tuition reimbursement and career development opportunities