Director of Operations Job at LaSalle Network, Chicago, IL

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  • LaSalle Network
  • Chicago, IL

Job Description

Job Description

About The Role

The Director of Operations is a key leadership position responsible for overseeing the daily operations across all divisions of a fast-paced construction and concrete organization. Reporting directly to ownership, this role plays a vital part in ensuring strategic alignment, operational efficiency, and high-performance teamwork across the company.

This is a top-level position with no promotional ceiling — ideal for an experienced leader seeking long-term stability, growth potential through performance-based raises, and meaningful impact on company direction.

What You’ll Do

  • Partner with ownership to define strategic goals, implement policies, and track progress toward company objectives.
  • Provide direct oversight and support to team leads across eight key divisions:
  • Accounting
  • Specialty Concrete Sales
  • Regular Concrete Sales
  • Purchasing
  • Dispatching
  • Building Materials Sales
  • Mechanics
  • Inside Sales Office & Yard/Warehouse
  • Lead daily operations, troubleshoot issues, and ensure consistent communication across departments.
  • Conduct site walk-arounds to check in on teams, engage with customers, and assess operational needs.
  • Monitor financial performance, support budgeting, and develop strategies to meet or exceed profit targets.
  • Oversee hiring, onboarding, and training programs; promote safety and customer service excellence.
  • Manage scheduling, time-off approvals, and operational hours to ensure optimal staffing.
  • Maintain a positive, safe, and collaborative workplace culture.
  • Perform light IT support, including coordination with external vendors, VOIP system updates, and internal communications.
  • Develop and distribute a monthly internal company newsletter to enhance team engagement.

Who You Are

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Management, Administration, or a related field.
  • Proven experience as a Director of Operations, General Manager, or similar senior leadership role.
  • Strong financial and business acumen with a deep understanding of operations, planning, and marketing.
  • Skilled in coaching, motivating, and holding teams accountable to performance goals.
  • Exceptional communicator with strong organizational, decision-making, and conflict-resolution skills.
  • Comfortable leading in a hands-on, fast-paced environment where adaptability is key.
  • Familiarity with construction operations, concrete products, equipment, and safety standards preferred.

Schedule

  • On-site, Monday–Friday, 6:15 AM – 4:00 PM (some flexibility available)
  • 15–18 hours of overtime per week possible, depending on business needs

Compensation & Benefits

  • Compensation: $130,000-$150,000
  • Bonus: Performance-based raises and annual bonus potential
  • Stability: Long-term top-level role with profit-sharing potential

Comprehensive Benefits Package

  • 100% employer-paid health insurance (for employees and families)
  • Paid vacation and personal/sick days
  • Life insurance, short- and long-term disability
  • 401(k) plan with company contributions
  • Annual profit-sharing
  • Supportive, close-knit company culture

If this role interests you and you fit the qualifications, apply today!

Thank you,

Rachel Stewart

Senior Project Manager

LaSalle Network

LaSalle Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer m/f/d/v.

LaSalle Network is the leading provider of direct hire and temporary staffing services. For over two decades, LaSalle has helped organizations hire faster and connect top talent with opportunities, from entry-level positions to the C-suite. With units specializing in Accounting and Finance, Administrative, Engineering, Marketing, Technology, Supply Chain, Revenue Cycle, Call Center, Human Resources and Executive Search, LaSalle offers staffing and recruiting solutions to companies of all sizes and across all industries.

LaSalle Network is the premier staffing and recruiting firm, earning over 100 culture, revenue and industry-based awards from major publications and having its company experts regularly contribute insights on retention strategies, hiring trends, hiring challenges, and more to national news outlets. LaSalle Network offers temporary Field Employees benefit plans including medical, dental and vision coverage. Family Medical Leave, Worker's Compensation, Paid Leave and Sick Leave are also provided. View a full list of our benefits here: View a full list of our benefits here.

All assignments are at-will and their duration is subject to change.

Job Tags

Temporary work, Work at office, Monday to Friday,

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