Director of Operations Commercial Roofing ($140K-$160K)

We are the largest locally owned residential roofing contractor in Middle Tennessee. One year ago, we launched our Commercial Roofing Division, and it has experienced rapid and substantial growth. In a short period of time, we have established a strong reputation and brand presence within the commercial roofing market, driven by disciplined execution and high-quality performance. As demand continues to accelerate, we are expanding aggressively and positioning the division to build a significant footprint across the Southeast. To support this continued momentum, we are seeking an experienced and strategic operations leader to oversee and elevate all aspects of our commercial operations as we scale.

Position Summary

The Director of Operations – Commercial Roofing will be responsible for leading all operational aspects of the commercial division, including project execution, strong systems and processes, ensuring quality roofing systems, field leadership, production performance, safety compliance, scheduling, and margin protection.

This role carries significant leadership responsibility and will report directly to executive leadership. The Director will play a critical role in building scalable systems, developing personnel, and ensuring consistent operational excellence as the division grows.

Core Responsibilities

Operational Leadership

• Direct and oversee all commercial roofing operations from contract award through project close-out
• Establish clear operational standards, workflows, and accountability structures
• Lead production planning, forecasting, and backlog management
• Ensure operational alignment with company growth objectives

Financial Performance & Margin Oversight

• Monitor job costing, labor efficiency, and material utilization
• Protect and improve gross margins across all projects
• Review budgets, cost projections, and variance reports
• Implement KPI tracking systems to drive accountability
• Lead and mentor project managers, superintendents, and field personnel
• Assist in recruiting and onboarding operational staff as the division scales
• Foster a culture of professionalism, safety, and performance

Quality & Safety

• Enforce strict safety standards and regulatory compliance
• Ensure adherence to manufacturer specifications and warranty requirements
• Maintain consistent quality control processes across all projects

Qualifications

• 5–10+ years of commercial roofing operations experience
• Proven experience overseeing multiple commercial roofing projects simultaneously
• Strong working knowledge of TPO, PVC, EPDM, modified bitumen, coatings, and metal systems
• Experience working with major manufacturers such as Carlisle SynTec Systems or Johns Manville preferred
• Demonstrated ability to manage production schedules and protect margins
• Financial literacy in job costing, forecasting, and budgeting
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Competitive base salary commensurate with experience
• Executive growth opportunity within a rapidly expanding commercial division
• Long-term leadership pathway as the division grows

Ideal Candidate

We are seeking a decisive, organized, and accountable leader who understands both field execution and financial discipline. The ideal candidate takes ownership, builds systems, develops teams, and drives operational performance at scale.

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