About this role
Summary
Our client is an established construction contractor seeking an experienced Head of Production to oversee masonry, concrete, and structural construction operations throughout Los Angeles, CA . This leadership position will be responsible for managing field production, coordinating multiple active projects, and ensuring construction activities are completed safely, efficiently, and profitably.
The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in construction operations, masonry, concrete, and field leadership , with a strong ability to manage crews, schedules, budgets, and project resources. Experience with hillside construction, sloped-site developments, retaining walls, and complex structural projects is highly preferred.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Construction Operations & Production Management
Oversee daily field production across multiple masonry and concrete construction projects.
- Develop and implement production plans to maximize labor efficiency, equipment utilization, and project performance.
- Coordinate with Project Managers, Superintendents, Foremen, and field personnel to maintain project schedules.
- Monitor construction progress, production targets, and operational performance.
- Identify production challenges and implement corrective measures.
- Ensure projects are completed according to established quality, safety, budget, and scheduling requirements.
- Masonry, Concrete & Structural Construction
Provide operational oversight for masonry, concrete, and structural construction activities.
- Coordinate construction sequencing, manpower requirements, equipment, and materials.
- Support projects involving foundations, retaining walls, structural concrete, and masonry installations.
- Oversee complex construction activities involving hillside terrain, sloped sites, and challenging access conditions.
- Review construction drawings, specifications, and project requirements.
- Resolve field production challenges and coordinate solutions with project leadership.
- Field Leadership & Workforce Management
Lead, mentor, and manage Superintendents, Foremen, and construction field personnel.
- Coordinate workforce assignments and manpower planning across active projects.
- Evaluate labor productivity, crew performance, and staffing requirements.
- Promote accountability, teamwork, and consistent production standards.
- Support recruitment, onboarding, training, and development of field personnel.
- Maintain effective communication between field teams and project management.
- Scheduling & Resource Allocation
Collaborate with Project Managers to establish production schedules and project milestones.
- Coordinate labor, materials, equipment, and subcontracted resources.
- Monitor project schedules and identify potential delays or resource conflicts.
- Develop recovery plans when construction activities fall behind schedule.
- Ensure field teams have the resources necessary to maintain production targets.
- Support workforce forecasting and planning for upcoming projects.
- Budget Management & Operational Performance
Monitor labor costs, production efficiency, material usage, and equipment expenses.
- Review project performance against budgets and production estimates.
- Identify cost overruns and implement strategies to improve profitability.
- Establish and monitor operational performance metrics.
- Provide regular updates to senior leadership regarding production performance.
- Support improvements to construction processes and operational efficiency.
- Quality Control & Safety Compliance
Ensure construction activities meet project specifications and applicable building codes.
- Promote compliance with OSHA and Cal/OSHA safety requirements.
- Conduct jobsite visits to evaluate workmanship, progress, and field operations.
- Address quality concerns and coordinate corrective actions.
- Maintain consistent construction quality across active projects.
- Support inspections, punch-list completion, and project closeout.
- Leadership & Cross-Functional Coordination
Collaborate with project management, estimating, purchasing, and field operations teams.
- Participate in project planning and operational review meetings.
- Communicate production priorities, staffing needs, and project risks to leadership.
- Develop strategies to improve field productivity and operational performance.
- Support long-term operational planning and business growth.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Required Experience
Extensive experience in construction operations, production management, or senior field leadership .
- Strong background in masonry, concrete, structural construction, or specialty subcontracting .
- Proven ability to oversee multiple construction projects and field crews.
- Experience managing construction schedules, labor productivity, equipment, and project resources.
- Demonstrated experience supervising Superintendents, Foremen, and skilled tradespeople.
- Strong understanding of construction budgets, labor costs, and project profitability.
- Technical & Construction Skills
Comprehensive knowledge of masonry and concrete construction methods and materials.
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and schedules.
- Understanding of structural construction, foundations, retaining walls, and construction sequencing.
- Experience with hillside construction and sloped-site projects is highly preferred.
- Knowledge of construction safety regulations and quality control standards.
- Familiarity with construction scheduling and project management software.
- Ability to evaluate labor productivity and construction cost performance.
- Leadership & Professional Skills
Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational abilities.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Ability to manage competing priorities across multiple projects.
- Hands-on leadership approach with strong field management capabilities.
- Financial awareness and commitment to operational profitability.
- Ability to establish accountability and maintain high performance standards.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate across departments.
- Preferred Education & Experience
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Business Administration, or a related discipline , or equivalent industry experience.
- Previous experience as a Head of Production, Director of Construction, Operations Manager, or General Superintendent .
- Experience managing masonry and concrete specialty subcontracting operations.
- Background in complex hillside, structural concrete, and retaining wall projects.
- Experience improving construction production systems and operational efficiency.
- Work Environment & Location
Based in Los Angeles, CA , supporting projects throughout the greater Los Angeles area.
- Regular travel between active construction sites.
- Ability to work in both office and active construction environments.
- Full-time, long-term employment opportunity.
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