Director of Oregon Construction Operations

At MacDonald-Miller Facility Solutions (“MacMiller”) we make buildings work better. As the Northwest’s leading mechanical contracting firm, we design, deliver and service HVAC, plumbing and automation system solutions for commercial buildings. With our over 1500 employees across 15 offices, there is a breadth and variety of work to keep you engaged and inspired. 

We enjoy a well-respected history of exceeding our customers’ expectations and executing with distinction. Our clients trust their toughest projects with our integrated teams, including: 

• New construction – Engineering, fabrication and installation of mechanical systems for new projects following lean construction practices 
• Special projects – Retrofits and mechanical repairs for existing buildings for new efficiencies 
• Service - scheduled preventative maintenance ensuring tenant comfort, and 24/7 emergency response 
• Building performance – Control systems, fault detection, energy services and remote monitoring 

People love to work at MacDonald-Miller, and it’s because we all share the same Core Culture Values:  

Collaboration – Diverse players, one team, a common vision. Collaboration is our foundation and critical to the success of the company. Every team member is valued and brings a diversity of strengths to help us meet our common vision.

Dedication – We are dedicated to personal and professional excellence. We execute with distinction by doing the right thing and following through on our commitments.

Safety – Everyone deserves a safe workplace. Safety is more than hardhats and boots, it’s an attitude and the environment we create. Every day, everyone goes home to their families.

Community – We are proud to be part of MacDonald-Miller. We actively seek to build relationships and know each other as individuals. Together we create an environment that is welcoming, caring, and trusting.

Innovation – We are committed to continuous, creative problem solving. Innovation is how we stay an industry leader. We always strive to challenge and better ourselves.

Fun! – Take the work seriously, but never take ourselves too seriously. It’s possible to be both serious professionals and good-natured people you enjoy working with. We strive to be both.

Requirements

Director of Oregon Construction Operations: This is where you come in.

We are seeking a Director of Oregon Construction Operations to oversee all production-related activities executed by our construction teams. A critical aspect of this role involves analyzing and interpreting project data to ensure our projects are executed with the highest standards of safety, quality, and productivity, thereby ensuring their profitability.

This leader will build and leverage strong relationships with the various unions we are affiliated with in Oregon and the surrounding regions. This position entails direct oversight of all trade-level superintendents and the project management team. The Director must possess an in-depth, working knowledge of the systems and equipment being installed on our projects to effectively guide and support the team.

Additionally, the Director is responsible for ensuring that the core values of MMFS - Safety, Innovation, Dedication, Collaboration, Community, and Fun - are integrated into all daily operations.

This non-union role reports directly to the General Manager, Oregon, with dotted line responsibility to the VP of Operations and VP of Project Management to ensure MMFS standardization and operations across divisions and regions are maintained.

Top deliverables in the first year to be a hero:

Business Leadership:

• Collaborate with regional and divisional leadership to ensure regional profitability and the financial success of construction projects.
• Work directly with project managers, executives, superintendents, vendors, and GCs/customers to address and improve underperforming jobs.
• Manage operations staff, prioritizing company needs and aligning with annual and quarterly strategic goals for safety, quality, and profitability.
• Prepare and analyze CAPEX with ROI assessments, providing post-project reports to confirm ROI expectations.
• Participate in the Oregon leadership team, representing construction project management, liaising with sales staff, and implementing process improvements and expansion plans for the Oregon construction division.

Staff Management:

• Oversee new construction trade General Foremen (GFs), senior project managers, and the special projects operations manager, ensuring they have the necessary support for daily operations.
• Utilize the EOS system to manage staff and business, ensuring the right people are in lead GF roles and continually developing staff through coaching and delegation.
• Develop and set target goals for each direct report, measuring their success against annual and long-term targets.
• Structure and implement onboarding plans for each trade/subgroup, ensuring proper training, interviewing, evaluations, and professional handling of corrective actions and terminations.
• Support and enforce company policies, procedures, and guidelines, while proactively training key personnel for future supervisory roles to accommodate regional growth.

Construction Responsibilities:

• Read, understand, and pass the Oregon Contractors Test, ensuring compliance and proficiency in regional regulations.
• Collaborate with other MMFS leaders to create, adopt, and implement unified and standardized trade-specific operating standards.
• Identify and develop labor expansion plans for growth in existing and new markets, supporting strategic growth initiatives with the general manager.
• Maintain working relationships with unions, serve as the primary contact for major union-related issues, and possess comprehensive knowledge of all union contracts in the region.
• Develop high-level logistical plans to support workflows for various local, regional, and statewide projects. Partner with the safety department to enforce safety practices and proactively remove internal and external roadblocks to support field execution teams.

Your Background: What kind of person will thrive in this role?

You should have…

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a related field preferred
• 10+ years of experience managing and leading operations teams in the construction industry
• 5 years of experience as the ultimate financially responsible party for jobs or business groups with at least $15 million in annual revenue
• 3 years of demonstrated success growing a consistently profitable business as a senior leader at an MEP contractor
• Experience leading and managing teams of both union and non-union employees, including PMs and office staff
• Proven track record of building strategic relationships internally and externally, resulting in collaborative business success
• Lean Six Sigma certification is a plus

And everyone you work with should describe you as…

• Highly responsible with a strong sense of ownership
• Possessing an incredibly strong work ethic 
• Passionate and positive, with a can-do attitude
• Collaborative and a strong team player

And you should be motivated by…

• Empowering yourself to learn and grow independently. If you need constant guidance or a micro-managing boss, this is not the place for you.
• Thriving in a lean, results-oriented environment where you’ll be expected to take on more responsibilities and achieve greater results each year.
• Enjoying a fun, transparent work culture that embraces innovative approaches and fosters a supportive, family-like atmosphere.

Benefits

Compensation: $145,000 - $190,000 per year

MacDonald-Miller Facility Solutions presently provides employee coverage for:

• Medical, dental, vision for employees (coverage available for dependents for shared premium).
• 401k retirement plan including Company matching.
• Vacation and Sick Compensation (PTO), and Holiday Pay!
• Disability income protection including short term and long-term disability.
• Employee and dependent life insurance.
• Wellness Program.
• Employee Assistance Program.

Where you will work

Our Portland office (12911 NE Airport Way, Portland OR, 97230) which is 5 minutes from the Portland Airport and Cascade Station and not far from the Downtown corridor, in the heart of the city buzzing with indie boutiques and a creative dining scene ranging from eclectic food trucks to high-end seafood bistros.

Interested in learning more?

If you’re ready for an adventure and are interested in being considered for this role, click apply to start the conversation! Or if you know someone who currently works at MacDonald-Miller, reach out to them to get introduced to the team!

MacDonald-Miller Facility Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.