Budget Management, Budgeting, Civil Engineering, Construction, Construction Management, Construction Project Management, Construction Projects, Consulting, Cost Control, Cost Forecasting, Customer Relations, Federal Government, Information Technology Software, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Multitasking, Negotiation Skills, Operations Management, Performance Analysis, Process Development, Project Execution, Project Tracking, Project/Program Management, Quality Metrics, Regulatory Requirements, Safety Compliance, Safety Standards, Security Clearance, Team Lead/Manager, Vendor/Supplier Management
LOCATION
Miami, FL
POSTED
30+ days ago
Blackstone Talent Group, an award-winning technology consulting and talent agency is seeking a Director of Operations Construction to join our Client's team.
Director of Operations Construction
Location: South Florida (On-site)
About the Opportunity
A well-established, New Yorkbased construction firm with decades of experience across residential, commercial, industrial, and institutional projects is expanding into Florida and seeking a Director of Operations to lead the region.
The company has built a strong reputation for delivering complex projects and maintaining long-standing relationships with developers, architects, engineers, and owners. With an active pipeline and a new Miami office underway, this is a chance to step into a leadership role with real ownership and growth potential.
Overview
The Director of Operations will serve as the senior leader for Florida, responsible for overseeing construction projects, building and leading teams, and driving operational and financial performance.
This is a hands-on role with full ownership of execution, staffing, and regional expansion. The initial focus will be an active project in Riviera Beach, with additional projects launching in the Miami area.
Location & Travel
Current project based in Riviera Beach (approximately 1 hour 15 minutes from Miami)
New Miami office opening in Wynwood or Brickell
Once the Miami office opens, this role will be primarily based there
Two additional projects are expected to launch in the Miami market
Responsibilities
Lead and oversee all Florida operations across multiple construction projects
Own financial performance including budgeting, forecasting, and cost control
Build and lead the Florida team across operations, project management, and field personnel
Drive regional growth by establishing processes, teams, and project execution standards
Manage projects from kickoff through completion, ensuring timelines and budgets are met
Oversee project managers, subcontractors, and field teams
Negotiate and manage subcontractor and vendor agreements
Monitor performance across budget, schedule, and quality metrics
Ensure compliance with safety standards, quality expectations, and regulatory requirements
Serve as the primary point of contact for clients and partners in Florida
Qualifications
10+ years of experience in construction operations, project management, or development
Experience leading multiple projects and overseeing field execution
Strong background managing both project teams and field operations
Experience delivering large-scale residential, commercial, or mixed-use projects
Deep understanding of the full construction lifecycle
Proven ability to manage complex builds and resolve challenges in real time
Bachelors degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field preferred
Compensation
Base Salary: $170,000 $216,000 + Bonus (flexible based on experience)
Why This Role
This is a high-impact leadership opportunity to build and scale a Florida operation from the ground up, backed by an established New York firm with a strong track record and a growing presence in the Miami market.
Security Clearance Required: N/A
Blackstone Talent Group is a wholly owned subsidiary of Blackstone Technology Group, a global IT services and software firm that implements technological solutions across commercial industry verticals and the US Federal Government. Blackstone's global talent augmentation practice was founded in 1998. Blackstone Talent Group has offices in San Francisco, Denver, Houston, Colorado Springs, and Washington, DC. We specialize in providing clients the best talent across a variety of industries and sectors.