Senior Director of Operations - Federal Construction - MD

Gaithersburg, Maryland Permanent USD175,000 - USD190,000 per year View Job Description
We are seeking a Senior Director of Operations to oversee and drive execution across a portfolio of complex federal construction projects, ensuring operational excellence, client satisfaction, and profitable growth. Reporting directly to the COO, this highly visible leadership role offers a clear pathway toward future executive-level operational leadership.
  • Lead landmark federal projects with a path to COO succession
  • Join a growing contractor turning down work due to demand

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established construction organization with a reputation for delivering high-profile, mission-critical projects across some of the nation's most recognized facilities and landmarks. With decades of success, a strong backlog of work, and expanding demand, they offer the stability of an established business combined with the energy of continued growth.

Job Description

The Senior Director of Operations - Federal Construction - MD will:

  • Provide executive-level leadership for a diverse portfolio of federal and commercial construction projects.
  • Partner closely with the COO to develop and execute operational strategies that support long-term growth objectives.
  • Direct project teams to ensure delivery excellence, schedule adherence, budget performance, and client satisfaction.
  • Lead and mentor project executives, project managers, and operations personnel to build a high-performing culture.
  • Drive resource planning and workforce optimization to support increasing project demand.
  • Strengthen client relationships and support business development efforts within the federal construction marketplace.
  • Collaborate with estimating, preconstruction, and field operations teams to maximize project success.
  • Monitor project performance metrics and implement continuous improvement initiatives across operations.
  • Support the company's expansion efforts while maintaining its strong reputation for quality and execution.
  • Serve as a key member of the executive leadership team, contributing to strategic planning and organizational growth.



MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

The Senior Director of Operations - Federal Construction - MD will have:

  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
  • Extensive leadership experience within federal construction contracting environments.
  • Proven success overseeing large-scale federal, government, defense, or mission-critical construction programs.
  • Strong operational leadership experience managing multiple project teams and business units.
  • Experience working within highly secure facilities or government environments preferred.
  • U.S. Citizenship required.
  • Ability to successfully pass federal background investigations and maintain secure facility access.
  • Demonstrated ability to build client relationships and lead organizational growth initiatives.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and team development skills.
  • Strong financial, operational, and strategic decision-making capabilities.

What's on Offer

The Senior Director of Operations - Federal Construction - MD will receive:

  • Clear succession opportunity with potential advancement into a Chief Operations Officer role.
  • Lead iconic, nationally recognized federal projects that have lasting impact.
  • Join a financially stable organization with more than 30 years of proven success.
  • Be part of a rapidly growing company with a strong backlog and significant expansion opportunities.
  • Earn a highly competitive compensation package, including a $185K base salary plus bonus incentives.
  • Base Salary: $185,000+
  • Performance-Based Bonus Opportunities
Contact
Carolyn Bayha
Quote job ref
JN-072026-7064282

Job summary

Sector
Construction
Sub Sector
Construction Director
Industry
Property
Location
Gaithersburg
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Carolyn Bayha
Job Reference
JN-072026-7064282