Job Description
Job Title: Director of Operations
Location: Laramie, WY
Position Overview
We are seeking a results-driven Director of Operations to lead execution, drive operational excellence, and scale a high-growth civil construction business. This role is ideal for a dynamic leader who thrives in a hands-on environment, communicates effectively, and is passionate about building both high-performing teams and scalable systems.
As a key operational leader, you will be responsible for driving the company’s growth from $11M to $20M+ while maintaining strong performance, culture, and customer relationships. This position offers a unique opportunity to step into a high-impact leadership role with significant visibility and long-term growth potential.
Key Responsibilities
Operational Leadership & Execution
- Lead day-to-day operations, ensuring efficient execution across all projects and business functions.
- Own and manage operational P&L performance, driving profitability and cost control.
- Oversee estimating activities, pricing customer proposals, and establishing margin targets.
- Build and manage budgets while monitoring key performance indicators to ensure operational success.
- Support field teams, including crews and superintendents, to enhance productivity and project outcomes.
- Oversee equipment and fleet operations (with capital expenditure decisions retained by the CEO).
Business Growth & Strategy
- Drive scalable systems and process improvements across the organization.
- Identify opportunities for business expansion, operational efficiencies, and new revenue streams.
- Contribute to the development and growth of new business lines.
- Strengthen and maintain customer relationships through proactive communication and service delivery.
People Leadership
- Lead, mentor, and develop teams, fostering a high-performance, accountable, and collaborative culture.
- Support workforce planning, including hiring and termination recommendations (subject to CEO approval).
- Promote employee engagement, development, and continuous improvement across the organization.
Project & Construction Management
- Manage the full project lifecycle, including sourcing, estimating, planning, execution, and closeout.
- Oversee scheduling and execution of self-perform crews.
- Ensure compliance with contracts, technical specifications, and customer expectations.
Ideal Candidate Profile
- Strong operational leader with a proven ability to drive execution, profitability, and growth.
- Demonstrates a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset with a strong bias for action.
- Effective communicator with the ability to build trust and maintain strong relationships.
- Experienced in developing teams and fostering a culture of accountability and performance.
- Calm under pressure, highly disciplined, and entrepreneurial in approach.
- Motivated to take on increased responsibility with long-term leadership aspirations.
Qualifications
- 8+ years of experience in civil construction, environmental services, reclamation, or revegetation, with progressive leadership responsibilities.
- Proven experience managing teams, evaluating performance, and leading operations.
- Hands-on experience with project lifecycle management from estimation through closeout.
- Strong understanding of construction contracts and technical documentation.
- Ability to effectively manage customer relationships and respond to evolving project needs.
Compensation & Benefits
- Generous profit-sharing program.
- Vehicle allowance.
- Comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, and prescription coverage.
- 401(k) plan with 4% employer match.
- Paid time off.
- Paid gym membership.
- Professional development opportunities.
- Industry-leading safety standards.
- Approximately 20 days of travel annually.