Director of nursing Jobs in Glendale, AZ

This is a rare senior leadership opportunity to own the strategy and financial performance of a construction division for a market leader. You’ll have true operator-led autonomy, strong platform resources, and a clear runway for growth in a people-first, execution-driven culture.

The Director of Construction provides executive oversight for all construction activities, ensuring operations are scalable, profitable, and aligned with organizational growth.

Strategic Leadership & Financial Accountability

• Establish and execute construction operational strategies to meet aggressive growth and profitability targets.

• Maintain full P&L ownership, including budget approvals, margin analysis, and labor productivity.

• Partner with executive leadership on market expansion, staffing models, and capital investments.

• Implement corrective actions to address cost overruns and optimize departmental financial performance.

Pre-Construction & Project Execution

• Provide strategic input to the bidding process and ensure seamless handoffs from estimating to operations.

• Oversee all projects from award through closeout, ensuring delivery remains within contract scope, schedule, profitability, and budget.

• Monitor production performance across multiple sites and resolve complex project challenges.

• Collaborate with sales teams to ensure accurate estimates and the development of profitable new business.

Leadership & Team Development

• Hire, train, and mentor a high-performing team including project managers and field personnel.

• Foster a thriving "ownership mentality" culture focused on safety, productivity, and customer satisfaction.

• Establish clear KPIs and accountability frameworks to drive continuous improvement.

Safety, Quality & Compliance

• Enforce rigorous safety standards and ensure compliance with OSHA and local regulations.

• Set quality standards and conduct regular jobsite audits to ensure consistency and excellence.

Candidate Profile

Required Qualifications:

• 10+ years of progressive experience in construction or field operations.

• 5+ years in a senior leadership or executive role managing large teams and significant budgets.

• Proven track record of achieving operational KPIs and exceeding financial goals.

• Deep technical knowledge of landscape construction best practices.

Preferred Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.

• Strong business acumen with the ability to implement scalable systems and SOPs.

• Exceptional relationship-building skills with clients, general contractors, and architects.