taggartgroup

taggartgroup

Director of Operations

Ottawa, Ontario · Director

Sponsorship not specified$10k-$15kDetected 12 days ago
AccessibilityForecastingBudgetingPerformance ManagementCustomer SupportLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationMentoringConstruction Management

About the role

  • The Director of Operations is a senior leadership role responsible for the construction operations of Tartan Homes.
  • This role provides direction and oversight across Construction, Estimating, and Customer Service, ensuring the full homebuilding lifecycle is delivered efficiently, profitably, and in alignment with business objectives.
  • With a strong focus on cost control, and operational discipline, the Director of Operations aligns day-to-day execution with long-term strategy.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver on the operational strategy to support growth, profitability, and long-term sustainability.
  • Oversee estimating practices to support accurate costing, margin targets, and executable build plans.
  • Align construction delivery and customer service to support a consistent, high-quality homeowner experience.
  • Drive integration and accountability across operational functions to ensure effective handoffs and end-to-end delivery.
  • Negotiate terms and manage agreements with subcontractors.
  • Collaborate with the Contracts Manager to oversee the full contract lifecycle, including drafting scopes of work, renewals, performance evaluations, and contract terminations.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with trades for ongoing business development.
  • Drive continuous improvement through performance monitoring and corrective action.
  • Maintain a strong focus on, cost control, and profitability.
  • Partner with Finance on budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning from an operational perspective.

Compensation

  • The salary range shown reflects expected total annual compensation, including base pay, bonuses, and/or commissions.
  • Any such submissions become the property of Tartan Homes and are not eligible for compensation.

Benefits

  • Work closely with Health & Safety to reinforce compliance, safe work practices, and proactive risk management.

Company info

  • Tartan is an award-winning Ottawa new home builder that has been building communities across Canada's capital for more than 50 years. Tartan homes are built better, look better, and live better-setting them apart from other builders. With high-quality finishes, standard finished basements, and a strong commitment to innovation and sustainability, it's no wonder Tartan Homes are in a class all their own. Notably, Tartan was the first builder in Ottawa to develop an ENERGY STAR® community and a Net Zero-ready community.
  • As part of the Taggart Group, Tartan is a proud, family-owned business benefiting from long-standing stability and continued growth, offering a variety of opportunities for those looking to get hands-on experience and build a lasting career.
  • At Taggart, you will be part of something bigger, and what you do today will make an impact for years to come. We believe in your success.
  • Building integrity, quality, and community together.
  • The role works collaboratively with Sales, Marketing, Health & Safety, and Finance to support market demand, customer commitments, safety standards, and financial performance, while maintaining clear accountability within Operations.
  • Tartan Homes
  • Vacancy Status: This is an active job opening.
  • Tartan is actively hiring for this position.
  • Tartan is an award-winning Ottawa new home builder that has been building communities across Canada's capital for more than 50 years.
  • Tartan homes are built better, look better, and live better-setting them apart from other builders.
  • With high-quality finishes, standard finished basements, and a strong commitment to innovation and sustainability, it's no wonder Tartan Homes are in a class all their own.
  • Notably, Tartan was the first builder in Ottawa to develop an ENERGY STAR® community and a Net Zero-ready community.
  • At Taggart, you will be part of something bigger, and what you do today will make an impact for years to come.
  • We believe in your success.
  • About this Role
  • Operational Leadership, Strategy & Accountability
  • Provide leadership and accountability for Construction, Estimating, and Customer Service.
  • Translate business objectives into clear operational priorities, plans, and performance expectations.
  • Operations Oversight (Construction, Estimating & Customer Service)
  • Responsible for residential construction operations across all active communities.
  • Trades Management

Visa & Work Authorization

  • All qualified applicants are considered without regard to citizenship, race, place of origin, ethnic origin, colour, ancestry, disability, age, creed, sex/pregnancy, family status, marital status, sexual orientation, gen
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