A growing and well-established company in the construction and civil infrastructure space is seeking a Director of Operations to lead and optimize field and back-office operations across multiple crews and project types. This role is a critical member of the leadership team and will serve as the operational backbone of the business, ensuring high-quality project delivery, team performance, and sustainable growth.

This is a hands-on leadership role requiring strong field experience, business acumen, and the ability to lead a diverse team of supervisors, project managers, and field staff. The ideal candidate brings a blend of deep paving expertise, operational excellence, and a lead-by-example mentality rooted in work ethic, accountability, and results.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all field operations with a strong focus on paving project execution, crew performance, and on-time delivery
• Manage multiple active job sites, balancing multitasking, scheduling optimization, and resource allocation
• Ensure operational alignment across project planning, production, safety, logistics, and quality assurance
• Serve as a visible, hands-on leader in the field and office — someone who leads by example and earns the respect of the team
• Mentor and manage project managers, site supervisors, and foremen to drive operational consistency and high-performance standards
• Collaborate closely with ownership and senior leadership on business planning and strategic growth initiatives
• Develop and refine SOPs and scalable processes to improve efficiency and profitability
• Oversee equipment usage, material procurement, vendor relationships, and subcontractor coordination
• Monitor job costs, labor tracking, and performance KPIs for continuous improvement

Qualifications

• 8+ years of operations leadership in paving, heavy civil, or construction industries
• Proven experience managing crews, schedules, budgets, and high-volume paving projects
• Deep understanding of asphalt and concrete paving methods, equipment, and field logistics
• Strong multitasker with the ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and deadlines
• A work ethic-first leader who thrives in the field, gains buy-in through action, and sets a high standard
• Comfortable implementing structure, safety, and accountability in a fast-paced environment
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) strongly preferred
• Familiarity with construction technology and reporting systems
• Bachelor’s degree preferred; equivalent field leadership experience strongly considered

Compensation

• Competitive base salary
• Performance-based bonus
• Company truck or vehicle allowance
• Health benefits package
• Growth opportunity with a values-driven leadership team and a high-integrity business

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $110,000.00 – $130,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Paving : 8 years (Required)
• team leadership: 5 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Houston, TX 77001 (Required)

Work Location: In person