Director of Construction at Robbins Recruiting – Minneapolis, Minnesota

Our client is looking for a Director of Construction who is responsible for leading and scaling their construction operations across all service lines including single-family, multi-family, commercial, restoration, and service work. This role provides leadership and operational oversight of the production organization, including project managers, field supervisors, and subcontractor partners. The Director of Construction ensures projects are executed efficiently, profitably, and in alignment with the Company's installation standards and quality expectations. This position focuses on operational performance, production planning, subcontractor management, installation quality, and margin protection while supporting the company’s continued growth across multiple markets.

Operational Leadership

• Lead construction operations across all production divisions.
• Establish operational standards, procedures, and performance expectations for production teams.
• Drive accountability for production schedules, installation quality, and project profitability.
• Monitor operational KPIs including job cycle time, job cost variance, warranty issues, and margin performance.
• Partner with executive leadership to forecast production capacity and staffing needs.

Production & Project Oversight

• Oversee execution of construction projects across national markets.
• Ensure projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, and according to company quality standards.
• Provide operational oversight to project managers and field supervisors.
• Identify operational risks and resolve issues that impact timelines, budgets, or quality.
• Ensure installation practices meet manufacturer specifications, building codes, and industry best practices.

Subcontractor & Vendor Management

• Develop and manage subcontractor qualification standards.
• Establish and maintain strong subcontractor relationships across markets.
• Monitor subcontractor performance and ensure compliance with company standards.
• Negotiate vendor pricing and maintain strong relationships with material suppliers.
• Maximize vendor rebates, discounts, and purchasing efficiencies.

Financial & Job Cost Management

• Ensure projects are executed according to established budgets and job cost targets.
• Protect and improve production margins through operational efficiencies and cost controls.
• Partner with sales and estimating teams to ensure accurate pricing and scopes.
• Monitor job costing and identify trends affecting profitability.

Process Improvement & Systems

• Develop and implement systems to improve production efficiency and job cost accuracy.
• Implement operational best practices for scheduling, quality control, and safety compliance.
• Utilize construction management platforms (AccuLynx or similar systems) to monitor project progress and operational metrics.

Team Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and develop project managers, field supervisors, and production staff.
• Conduct performance reviews and provide coaching to improve operational effectiveness.
• Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and operational excellence.

Qualifications:

• 8+ years of experience in construction operations or production leadership
• Experience managing multi-project construction teams across multiple locations
• Strong knowledge of exterior restoration including roofing, siding, and window installation
• Experience with insurance restoration or storm-related reconstruction preferred
• Proven experience managing job costing, production schedules, and subcontractor networks
• Experience with construction management software systems (AccuLynx or similar platforms preferred)
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to travel nationwide as required