VP of Operations

Position Summary

The VP of Operations is accountable for day‑to‑day operations and the financial well‑being of the organization. This role works with the executive team to develop and execute a strategic business plan, builds client and supplier relationships, supports sales, recruits a diverse workforce, inspires and retains operations staff, and ensures profitable results.

• Responsible for both project and regional‑level profit and loss
• Responsible for maintaining positive cash flow at both project and regional levels
• Assumes accountability for billings, including breaking down initial billing, preventing under billing, and ensuring timely collections with A/R and Legal
• Supports management of SG&A costs at the regional level
• Guides Operations Management in development, productivity, promotion, and financial aspects of projects and services
• Maintains an operational support organization plan, establishing policies and SOPs for management development and succession
• Performs post‑job customer satisfaction surveys and shares results with team members
• Identifies survey trends and implements action plans for improvement
• Regularly meets with subcontractors and suppliers at an executive level to assess performance and solicit feedback
• Ensures project schedules and logistics plans are developed and vetted for all bids
• Uses historical data to develop aggressive yet realistic production units for bids
• Regularly updates the historical database in collaboration with Pre‑Construction Management
• Ensures smooth transition and handoff of projects from Pre‑Construction to Operations teams
• Creates structures and processes to manage current activities and projected growth
• Ensures all activities comply with local, state, and federal regulations governing operations
• Forecasts hiring and staffing needs for operational positions and ensures those needs are met
• Accountable for compliance with prevailing wage requirements, Project Labor Agreements, workforce utilization, MBE/SBE participation, etc.
• Provides guidance, direction, coaching, and support to direct reports to maximize individual and department performance
• Holds timely performance appraisals and progress reviews for direct reports
• Assists direct reports and staff in developing short‑ and long‑term goals
• Ensures direct reports and staff receive appropriate training aligned with career development plans
• Collaborates with HR to ensure compliance with employment and labor laws and related company policies; may conduct training or workshops on compliance

• Master’s degree from a four‑year college or university and fifteen years of related experience, with at least ten years in a senior construction or supply‑chain management role or equivalent education‑experience combination
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point
• Basic understanding of construction software (Primavera, Timberline, Vista, etc.)
• Previous executive leadership experience required

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business documents, technical procedures, and government regulations (including financial reports, project financials, business unit financials)
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedures
• Ability to identify, understand, and mitigate risks in contract language (indemnity clauses, safety, warranty, schedule delays, litigation, arbitration)
• Ability to communicate with all levels of coworkers including executive management
• Ability to communicate well with client executives
• Ability to develop and present presentation materials for meetings and company events
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as cost‑benefit analysis, fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions
• Strong financial, insurance, and bonding knowledge of the company
• Ability to effectively present and sell market information and respond to questions from managers, clients, customers, and the general public
• Discerning skill (distinguish situations, gather information, draw conclusions, decide appropriate action)
• Able to clearly and quickly work through complex business and people issues at Department, Project, and senior levels
• Ability to understand and apply working knowledge of contracts, specifications, drawings, and scope of work

Salary starting at $225,000+ and negotiable based on experience.

This is a full‑time position. We offer a variety of benefits and ancillaries. Site Line Services is an equal‑opportunity employer.

We look forward to meeting and getting to know you. Thank you for allowing us to be your potential employer of choice.