Ft. Myers, FL- Sr. Director of Strategy & Finance

POSITION SUMMARY 

The Sr. Director of Strategy & Finance is responsible for leading strategic planning, financial oversight, and cross-functional alignment across O-A-K Florida. This executive role ensures the division is positioned for sustainable growth by integrating financial insights with long-term business strategies. The Director partners closely with the President of Florida Division, CFO, Corporate Strategy Officer, and leadership team to define objectives, evaluate performance, and guide decision-making. This role also provides insight into development of strategic partnerships, and innovation to ensure O-A-K’s competitiveness and stability in the marketplace. 

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES 

Strategic Planning:  

• Alongside the divisional President, lead divisional strategic planning processes to define long-term objectives and ensure alignment with One O-A-K’s vision. 

• Collaborate with leadership to translate corporate goals into actionable divisional strategies. 

• Oversee reporting of strategic progress and adjust plans as market or business conditions evolve. 

• Evaluate organizational structure and recommend adjustments that support efficiency and growth.
• Facilitate alignment across leadership to ensure coordinated execution of divisional goals. 

Financial Insight: 

• Provide accurate financial modeling, analysis, and projections to inform executive decision-making. 

• Monitor divisional financial performance against budgets, forecasts, and long-term goals. 

• Deliver insights that connect financial data with operational and strategic priorities. 

• Guide leaders in interpreting financial results and implementing corrective actions when necessary. 

• Ensure transparent reporting of financial health to corporate and divisional stakeholders. 

Innovation & Research 

• Advance innovation and continuous improvement by monitoring industry trends and emerging best practices. 

• Lead research initiatives to identify opportunities for operational efficiency, growth, and market differentiation. 

• Integrate new technologies and methodologies that strengthen the division’s competitive advantage. 

• Support the evaluation of new service offerings and business models.
• Promote a culture of curiosity, learning, and forward-looking leadership. 

Partnership and M&A 

• Evaluate and pursue strategic partnerships, alliances, and acquisition opportunities that align with divisional and corporate objectives. 

• Lead financial and strategic due diligence efforts to assess risks and benefits of potential deals. 

• Collaborate with executive leadership on negotiation and structuring of partnerships or acquisitions. 

• Integrate acquired businesses or partnerships smoothly into the division’s operations and culture.
• Maintain a network of external relationships to identify and cultivate potential opportunities. 

Cross-Functional Alignment 

• Enable collaboration across preconstruction, operations, business development, and finance to ensure organizational goals are met. 

• Facilitate communication between departments to break down silos and align resources. 

• Provide leadership in setting divisional priorities that balance financial, operational, and client objectives. 

• Champion accountability across functions to ensure strategies are executed effectively. 

• Act as a strategic advisor to the President and leadership team in evaluating initiatives and making investment decisions. 

SUPERVISION RECEIVED 

Minimal Supervision.  Operates with a high level of autonomy and infrequent oversight. Independently manages workload, makes decisions, and consults with leadership only for particularly complex or critical issues. 

SUPERVISION RESPONSIBILITIES 

General.  Provides broad objectives and goals, allowing employees significant autonomy in how they achieve them. They offer occasional check-ins and support, trusting employees to manage their tasks independently and make decisions within the established framework. 

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS 

A bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, business administration, or a 

related field is required. 

OTHER KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES 

• Leadership: Capacity to inspire and motivate others, manage team dynamics, and guide individuals toward achieving common goals. 

• Business Acumen: Strong understanding of market dynamics, financial metrics, and organizational impact, with the ability to make informed decisions that enhance profitability and growth. 

• Financial Acumen: Strong understanding of estimating, budgeting, and profitability analysis. 

• Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop long-term plans and align team efforts with organizational goals to drive success and growth. 

• Relationship Building: Skilled in fostering and maintaining productive relationships with stakeholders, clients, and team members to enhance collaboration and trust.  

• Collaboration: Skilled at fostering teamwork across functions and levels to deliver successful outcomes. 

• Risk Management – Proficient in identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks to minimize negative impacts and ensure stability and success. 

• Consensus Building – Drive alignment among diverse viewpoints and build consensus on strategic initiatives, ensuring decisions are supported by all relevant parties and contribute to the company's long-term goals. 

• Communication: Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills for engaging clients, teams, and executives. 

• Accountability – A strong sense of responsibility and ownership for decisions, actions, and outcomes, ensuring commitments are met with integrity and excellence. 

• Adaptability – Flexibility in responding to changing circumstances and the ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.