KT Holden Construction · 12 hours ago
Director of Operations
Lebanon, OH
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
15+ years expKT Holden Construction is a values-driven heavy civil construction company serving the greater Cincinnati region. They are seeking a Director of Operations to lead all construction operations, drive execution, develop people, and implement systems to optimize resources as the company scales.
Construction
Hiring Manager
Arden Long
Responsibilities
Lead and oversee all construction operations, including field crews, project managers, and shop operations
Actively promote KT Holden and its values to clients, partners, and the industry
Optimize manpower, equipment, and resource utilization to minimize waste and reduce costs
Ensure full compliance with regulatory requirements, safety standards, permits, and environmental guidelines
Conduct regular field visits, inspections, and quality audits to evaluate performance and identify improvements
Build structure, processes, SOPs, and operational systems to support consistent execution and scalability
Strengthen communication flow between field and office; surface issues clearly and early
Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, values alignment, and continuous improvement
Build strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and vendors; resolve issues and maintain client satisfaction
Qualification
Required
15+ years in the construction industry with 5+ years in operations leadership
Proven record of managing complex projects, multiple crews, and both field and office operations
Deep understanding of the construction project lifecycle, regulatory compliance, permits, and quality standards
Strong analytical problem-solver with the ability to drive repeatable, sustainable improvements
Exceptional communicator capable of bridging field/office divides, interpreting nuance, and elevating issues constructively
Skilled in building teams, developing people, and cultivating a healthy, values-aligned culture
Financial acumen: budgeting, forecasting, job cost tracking, and resource allocation
Must embody KT Holden's values and be energized by building a company—not just projects
Preferred
Heavy civil/sitework background strongly preferred
Company
KT Holden Construction
Kate and Tyler Holden had a mission to form a company people love coming to work for, and to be a positive influence on the construction industry.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase