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Sr. Director of Operations - Federal Construction

Gaithersburg, Maryland Permanent USD175,000 - USD195,000 per year View Job Description
The Senior Director of Operations will play a critical leadership role overseeing complex federal construction projects while driving operational excellence across a growing organization. This is a high-impact opportunity for an experienced federal construction leader to join a respected contractor with a strong backlog, significant growth plans, and a clear pathway into executive leadership.
  • Growth path to Chief Operating Officer
  • Lead Iconic federal construction projects

About Our Client

This established construction firm specializes in federal government, secure facility, historic restoration, and mission-critical construction projects throughout the United States and internationally. With approximately 85-90 employees and annual revenue of roughly $100M, the company has built a strong reputation for delivering highly visible and technically challenging projects for government agencies and landmark facilities.

The Senior Director of Operations will join a collaborative leadership team focused on continued growth and operational excellence. The Senior Director of Operations will oversee major federal construction initiatives while helping scale the business to meet increasing project demand. This Senior Director of Operations role offers the opportunity to influence company strategy and help shape the future of the organization.

Job Description

  • Provide operational leadership for complex federal construction programs and projects.
  • Partner closely with executive leadership, reporting directly to the COO.
  • Drive project execution, efficiency, quality, and client satisfaction across the organization.
  • Support business growth initiatives and help expand operational capacity to meet increased demand.
  • Oversee teams responsible for mission-critical, secure, and high-profile government construction projects.
  • Ensure successful delivery of projects within budget, schedule, and performance expectations.
  • Collaborate with project leadership to identify operational improvements and best practices.
  • Build and develop high-performing teams to support continued organizational growth.
  • Maintain strong relationships with government clients, stakeholders, and project partners.
  • Help position the organization for future expansion and succession into broader leadership responsibilities.
  • Serve as a senior operational leader for federal construction programs throughout the Mid-Atlantic region and beyond.
  • Guide strategic planning and execution efforts as the Senior Director of Operations while supporting long-term company objectives.



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

  • Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
  • Proven federal construction leadership experience is required.
  • Experience managing large-scale government construction programs and operations.
  • Strong understanding of secure facilities, mission-critical environments, and federal contracting requirements.
  • Experience working within Pentagon environments or similar federal agencies is highly preferred.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead teams, develop talent, and drive operational performance.
  • Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Strategic mindset with the ability to balance day-to-day execution and long-term growth initiatives.
  • Must be eligible to pass federal background requirements and maintain access to secure facilities.



What's on Offer

  • Base salary: $175,000 - $195,000
  • Bonus incentive opportunities
  • Direct exposure to executive leadership with advancement potential into a Chief Operations leadership role
  • Opportunity to work on nationally recognized landmarks, memorials, and federal facilities
  • Exposure to highly technical, secure, and mission-critical projects
  • International project opportunities supporting government clients
  • Stable and growing organization with a strong project backlog
  • Collaborative leadership environment and long-term career growth potential



Please apply to be considered for this position!

Contact
Patrick Stafstrom
Quote job ref
JN-072026-7063562

Job summary

Sector
Construction
Sub Sector
Project Manager
Industry
Property
Location
Gaithersburg
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Patrick Stafstrom
Job Reference
JN-072026-7063562