USVI Director of Self-Perform - J. Benton Template

Job Title : Director of Self-Perform

Employment Type: Full-Time 

FSLA: Salary/Exempt 

Division: J. Benton Construction, LLC 

Department : J. Benton Construction, LLC 

Reports to:  J. Benton Construction, LLC 

Supervisory Duties: Yes 

J. Benton Construction, LLC is more than a construction company—we are a team of builders deeply committed to our clients and to the Virgin Islands community we proudly call home. With a steadfast focus on quality, customer service, and community impact, we aim to be a leading construction firm in the Caribbean. Our strategic partnership with Consigli Construction Co., Inc., one of the Northeast’s top general contractors, enables us to combine our regional expertise with Consigli’s extensive resources and experience to deliver best-in-class construction services across a wide range of projects.

The Director of Self-Perform is a strategic, hands-on leader responsible for overseeing all aspects of J. Benton's self-perform operations, including concrete, masonry, carpentry, and other trade work. This individual will ensure that all self-performed work is executed safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards of quality—while also driving operational growth and innovation.

This role requires extensive field experience, strong team leadership, and the ability to manage complex construction activities across multiple job sites. The Director will also collaborate closely with estimating, project management, and executive leadership team 

Responsibilities / Essential Functions

• Lead all self-perform field operations and ensure timely, high-quality, and cost-effective execution of work.
• Oversee scheduling, staffing, and procurement for self-performed scopes of work.
• Develop, implement, and enforce technical standards, methods, and best practices.
• Collaborate with estimating and preconstruction teams to develop competitive and accurate self-perform pricing and bids.
• Monitor daily progress and proactively resolve project issues or delays.
• Ensure all work is performed in compliance with safety regulations, building codes, and company policies.
• Conduct regular field visits to oversee execution, mentor team members, and ensure adherence to expectations.
• Promote the company’s safety culture, ensuring a zero-incident mindset and compliance with all OSHA and company safety guidelines.
• Evaluate and recommend new tools, technologies, and processes to improve quality and efficiency.
• Support business development by contributing to strategy, capability expansion, and client relations.
• Oversee the management and maintenance of self-perform tools, materials, and equipment.
• Foster strong collaboration across departments and with external partners.
• Lead, mentor, and support the development of a high-performing team including project managers, foremen, and craft professionals.

Key Skills

• Strong field experience and technical knowledge, particularly in concrete operations (formwork, pouring, finishing, reinforcement).
• Effective leadership and mentoring abilities; ability to build and sustain high-performing teams.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Highly organized and self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple tasks or projects simultaneously.
• Collaborative approach with a problem-solving mindset.
• Commitment to excellence, professional ethics, and continuous improvement.
• Proficiency with construction software such as Procore or equivalent systems.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 15 years of experience in hands-on self-perform construction, including field supervision or management roles.
• Deep knowledge of construction methods, materials, safety standards, and building codes.
• Demonstrated experience in cost estimating, budgeting, scheduling, and resource management.
• Experience negotiating with clients, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Proven track record of developing operational strategies and driving business growth through self-perform capabilities.