gpac · 5 hours ago
COO
Minneapolis, MN
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$200K/yr - $250K/yr
10+ years expGPAC is a growing search firm specializing in placing quality professionals across various industries. They are seeking a Chief Operating Officer (COO) to lead operational functions for a family-owned heavy civil construction company, focusing on scaling systems, developing leaders, and driving performance across the business.
ConsultingHuman Resources
No H1B
Responsibilities
Lead and oversee operations across civil construction, concrete, and trucking divisions
Manage a leadership team of approximately 10 direct reports, including division managers, project managers, estimators, and functional leaders
Ensure successful execution of $1MM-$15MM projects, delivered safely, on time, and on budget
Standardize operating systems, workflows, and performance metrics across divisions and locations
Establish and track KPIs related to safety, productivity, quality, and profitability
Build and maintain a strong, safety-first culture
Develop and mentor leaders to support continued growth and acquisitions
Partner closely with ownership on strategic planning, budgeting, and expansion initiatives
Qualification
Required
10+ years of senior leadership experience in heavy civil construction or related fields
Strong civil construction background with experience in organizations of 100+ employees
Proven success scaling operations during periods of rapid growth
Strong operational and financial acumen
Hands-on leadership style with the ability to balance strategy and execution
Must be eligible to work the U.S. without restrictions
Preferred
Bachelor's degree strongly preferred
Experience supporting or integrating acquisitions is a plus
Benefits
Significant bonus potential, with substantial upside tied to company results
401(k) with company participation
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off
Company
gpac
gpac is a staffing and recruiting company that provides talent recruitment and development services.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Chad Feldman
Shareholder/Board Member
Matthew Good
Principal Shareholder / Vice Chairman of Board
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