President of Construction
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Greater Boston
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Executive
Posted March 17, 2026
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Responsibilities
- This role is responsible for overseeing project execution, operational performance, financial outcomes, safety compliance, and team development across all construction divisions.
- The President of Construction works closely with executive leadership to drive growth, maintain quality standards, and ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget while upholding the company’s values and reputation.
- Develop and implement the overall construction strategy aligned with company goals and growth objectives.
- Provide executive oversight for all construction operations, including project management, field operations, scheduling, and resource planning.
- Collaborate with executive leadership on long-term planning, expansion opportunities, and operational improvements.
- Lead organizational change initiatives to improve efficiency, scalability, and innovation.
- Operational Oversight
- Oversee all active construction projects to ensure they meet schedule, budget, quality, and safety expectations.
- Establish and enforce operational policies, procedures, and best practices across construction teams.
- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to project delivery, profitability, productivity, and risk management.
- Identify operational challenges and implement solutions to improve performance.
- Financial Management
- Manage construction budgets, cost controls, and financial forecasting for all projects and divisions.
- Work closely with finance leadership to ensure accurate reporting, margin performance, and cost management.
- Review and approve major project budgets, bids, and contracts.
- Drive profitability while maintaining high standards of workmanship and client satisfaction.
- Business Development & Client Relations
- Support business development efforts by participating in client presentations, contract negotiations, and strategic partnerships.
- Maintain strong relationships with key clients, developers, subcontractors, and vendors.
- Identify new market opportunities and contribute to company growth initiatives.
- Leadership & Team Development
- Lead, mentor, and develop senior construction leadership including project executives, directors, and operations managers.
- Build a high-performing culture focused on accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Support recruiting, retention, and professional development across the construction organization.
- Risk Management & Compliance
- Ensure all projects comply with applicable building codes, regulations, and safety standards.
- Oversee company safety programs and promote a culture of safety across all job sites.
- Identify and mitigate operational, financial, and contractual risks.
- Maintain high construction quality standards across all projects.
- Ensure consistent implementation of quality control processes and inspections.
- Review project outcomes and implement lessons learned for continuous improvement.
Commitments
Decision-making and problem-solving Reporting Structure: The President of Construction typically reports to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and oversees all construction operations, including project management, field operations, safety, scheduling, and quality assurance teams.
Work Environment: This role operates in a combination of office and field environments and may require travel to project sites and regional offices as needed.
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Requirements
- Must have experience working for a Top ENR GC or Developer.
- Must be local to the area or have worked on projects in the area.
- 15+ years of progressive leadership experience in construction operations.
- Multifamily, Mixed-Use, Commercial, Education Hospitality, Government, & Healthcare projects.
- Proven experience managing large-scale construction projects and multi-project portfolios.
- Strong financial acumen including budgeting, forecasting, and cost control.
- Demonstrated leadership ability with experience managing large teams and senior leaders.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
- Deep knowledge of construction methods, safety regulations, and industry best practices.
- Operational leadership
- Financial and business acumen
- Risk management
- Client relationship management
Education
- (Not required) – Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
Position Summary: The President of Construction provides executive leadership and strategic direction for all construction operations within the organization. This role is responsible for overseeing project execution, operational performance, financial outcomes, safety compliance, and team development across all construction divisions. The President of Construction works closely with executive leadership to drive growth, maintain quality standards, and ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget while upholding the company’s values and reputation. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Leadership
Develop and implement the overall construction strategy aligned with company goals and growth objectives.
Provide executive oversight for all construction operations, including project management, field operations, scheduling, and resource planning.
Collaborate with executive leadership on long-term planning, expansion opportunities, and operational improvements.
Lead organizational change initiatives to improve efficiency, scalability, and innovation. Operational Oversight
Oversee all active construction projects to ensure they meet schedule, budget, quality, and safety expectations.
Establish and enforce operational policies, procedures, and best practices across construction teams.
Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to project delivery, profitability, productivity, and risk management.
Identify operational challenges and implement solutions to improve performance. Financial Management
Manage construction budgets, cost controls, and financial forecasting for all projects and divisions.
Work closely with finance leadership to ensure accurate reporting, margin performance, and cost management.
Review and approve major project budgets, bids, and contracts.
Drive profitability while maintaining high standards of workmanship and client satisfaction. Business Development & Client Relations
Support business development efforts by participating in client presentations, contract negotiations, and strategic partnerships.
Maintain strong relationships with key clients, developers, subcontractors, and vendors.
Identify new market opportunities and contribute to company growth initiatives. Leadership & Team Development
Lead, mentor, and develop senior construction leadership including project executives, directors, and operations managers.
Build a high-performing culture focused on accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Support recruiting, retention, and professional development across the construction organization. Risk Management & Compliance
Ensure all projects comply with applicable building codes, regulations, and safety standards.
Oversee company safety programs and promote a culture of safety across all job sites.
Identify and mitigate operational, financial, and contractual risks. Quality & Performance
Maintain high construction quality standards across all projects.
Ensure consistent implementation of quality control processes and inspections.
Review project outcomes and implement lessons learned for continuous improvement. Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
Must have experience working for a Top ENR GC or Developer.
Must be local to the area or have worked on projects in the area.
15+ years of progressive leadership experience in construction operations. Multifamily, Mixed-Use, Commercial, Education Hospitality, Government, & Healthcare projects.
Proven experience managing large-scale construction projects and multi-project portfolios.
Strong financial acumen including budgeting, forecasting, and cost control.
Demonstrated leadership ability with experience managing large teams and senior leaders.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
Deep knowledge of construction methods, safety regulations, and industry best practices. Key Competencies:
Strategic thinking and vision
Operational leadership
Financial and business acumen
Risk management
Client relationship management
Team development and leadership
Decision-making and problem-solving Reporting Structure: The President of Construction typically reports to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and oversees all construction operations, including project management, field operations, safety, scheduling, and quality assurance teams. Work Environment: This role operates in a combination of office and field environments and may require travel to project sites and regional offices as needed.
Develop and implement the overall construction strategy aligned with company goals and growth objectives.
Provide executive oversight for all construction operations, including project management, field operations, scheduling, and resource planning.
Collaborate with executive leadership on long-term planning, expansion opportunities, and operational improvements.
Lead organizational change initiatives to improve efficiency, scalability, and innovation. Operational Oversight
Oversee all active construction projects to ensure they meet schedule, budget, quality, and safety expectations.
Establish and enforce operational policies, procedures, and best practices across construction teams.
Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to project delivery, profitability, productivity, and risk management.
Identify operational challenges and implement solutions to improve performance. Financial Management
Manage construction budgets, cost controls, and financial forecasting for all projects and divisions.
Work closely with finance leadership to ensure accurate reporting, margin performance, and cost management.
Review and approve major project budgets, bids, and contracts.
Drive profitability while maintaining high standards of workmanship and client satisfaction. Business Development & Client Relations
Support business development efforts by participating in client presentations, contract negotiations, and strategic partnerships.
Maintain strong relationships with key clients, developers, subcontractors, and vendors.
Identify new market opportunities and contribute to company growth initiatives. Leadership & Team Development
Lead, mentor, and develop senior construction leadership including project executives, directors, and operations managers.
Build a high-performing culture focused on accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Support recruiting, retention, and professional development across the construction organization. Risk Management & Compliance
Ensure all projects comply with applicable building codes, regulations, and safety standards.
Oversee company safety programs and promote a culture of safety across all job sites.
Identify and mitigate operational, financial, and contractual risks. Quality & Performance
Maintain high construction quality standards across all projects.
Ensure consistent implementation of quality control processes and inspections.
Review project outcomes and implement lessons learned for continuous improvement. Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
Must have experience working for a Top ENR GC or Developer.
Must be local to the area or have worked on projects in the area.
15+ years of progressive leadership experience in construction operations. Multifamily, Mixed-Use, Commercial, Education Hospitality, Government, & Healthcare projects.
Proven experience managing large-scale construction projects and multi-project portfolios.
Strong financial acumen including budgeting, forecasting, and cost control.
Demonstrated leadership ability with experience managing large teams and senior leaders.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
Deep knowledge of construction methods, safety regulations, and industry best practices. Key Competencies:
Strategic thinking and vision
Operational leadership
Financial and business acumen
Risk management
Client relationship management
Team development and leadership
Decision-making and problem-solving Reporting Structure: The President of Construction typically reports to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and oversees all construction operations, including project management, field operations, safety, scheduling, and quality assurance teams. Work Environment: This role operates in a combination of office and field environments and may require travel to project sites and regional offices as needed.