Job Description – Vice President, Operations General Description The Vice President, Operations will plan, direct, coordinate, and oversee day-to-day operational activities in the organization, a region, or a business function, ensuring development and implementation of efficient operations and cost-effective systems to meet current and future needs. This position will use internal and external talent, expertise, and resources to support turnkey project execution strategies, overseeing projects of any size, scope, and budget, from beginning to end.The Vice President will also focus on strategic planning, goal setting and direct the operations of the organization in support of its goals.
Duties
Responsible for strategic planning and execution to enhance profitability, productivity, and efficiency throughout the organization’s operations, specifically as it relates to their assigned region or business function(s)
Implements improved processes, management methods, and systems that will generate higher ROI and productivity, workflow optimization, and revenue
P&L responsibility over assigned region or business function(s); influences and makes business decisions on how company resources are allocated and finds ways to generate a positive ROI
Responsible for the execution of agreed-upon contracts in the region or business function
Proactively build and maintain stakeholder and customer relationships vital to the success of the client and the organization
Interacts regularly with the Executive Management team and individual department heads to ensure that organization’s operational priorities are aligned with total company direction
Investigates and introduces process improvement measures and presents suggestions for consideration
Reviews and approves cost-control reports, cost estimates, and staffing requirements for projects
Presents periodic performance reports and metrics to the President and other Executive leadership
Identifies training needs and ensures proper training is developed and provided
Formulates policies and strategic plans for future growth and manages daily operations of purchasing and administration of other departments
Works with Executive leaders to develop plans to meet future needs of the organization
Maintains profit margins, according to established objectives, and develops or maintains internal control systems to ensure accountability
Participates in vendor negotiations to ensure product relevance and cost-efficiency
Recruits, interviews, hires, and trains staff; also responsible for handling discipline and termination of employees in accordance with company practice
Adheres to internal standards, policies, and procedures
Performs special projects and completes other job-related duties as assigned
Required Experience and Education
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Construction Science/Management, Engineering, or equivalent field; equivalent work experience, or combination of work and education, may be substituted
10+ years’ experience overseeing DB/EPC/CMAR projects in the power delivery industry preferred; ability to demonstrate thorough knowledge of materials, methods, and equipment used in transmission, distribution, and substation work; must have proven strategic planning and budgeting experience (experience managing P/L), demonstrated experience setting, monitoring, and meeting quarterly and annual goals, and experience building and scaling teams and systems
Skills
Proven track record as a team leader with an understanding of management practices
Demonstrated project and budget management skills
Strong business acumen with a broad understanding of fundamental business principles
Analytical problem-solving skills with an impeccable attention to detail
Ability to set overall strategy and drive process improvement
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills with ability to collaborate and build a consensus in a high-pressure environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel)
Travel Requirements
Travel: Yes
Percent of Time: Up to 50%
Seniority level
Executive
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Management and Manufacturing
Industries
Construction
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