VP and Managing Director

Job Description

Aramark Nexus is seeking a VP and Managing Director to lead one of the most unique and innovative workforce hospitality communities in North America.

This senior leadership role is responsible for guiding a large-scale workforce community from start-up through full operational execution. The VP and Managing Director will serve as the senior on‑site leader responsible for delivering an exceptional resident guest experience, team leadership, and client relations across an integrated service environment.

The VP and Managing Director will establish the culture, systems, standards, and leadership structure needed to deliver a workforce community experience that feels more like a premium hotel or resort than traditional housing. This leader combines the discipline and urgency of a startup operator with the service mindset of a premium hospitality executive.

Success in this role requires strong operational leadership, executive presence, exceptional team‑building skills, and the ability to lead through both the challenges of project startup and the demands of ongoing operations. This individual will be responsible for building teams, developing culture, establishing operating disciplines, and creating an experience that sets a new standard for workforce hospitality.

This position is based in Western Texas. This is not a remote or hybrid position. Full relocation package is included in the offer. Relocation to Western Texas is required. Candidates should be excited about leading a large-scale hospitality operation in a dynamic, high‑growth environment and building a culture of service excellence from the ground up.

Aramark Nexus is redefining workforce communities for the industries building the future.

Nexus develops and operates hospitality‑driven workforce communities that support major infrastructure, energy, technology, and industrial projects across North America. Our communities provide housing, dining, recreation, wellness, transportation, and support services designed to create an exceptional living experience for residents working on critical projects.

Unlike traditional workforce housing operations, Nexus is built around a hospitality‑first philosophy. We believe residents deserve an experience that feels more like a premium hotel or resort than a temporary work camp. Our teams create environments where people can recharge, connect, and perform at their best.

As Nexus continues to grow, leaders have the opportunity to build new operations, develop high‑performing teams, and shape the future of workforce hospitality.

• Lead the startup, mobilization, opening, and ongoing operation of a large-scale workforce hospitality community.
• Serve as the senior operational leader responsible for overall site performance.
• Establish operational systems, standards, and processes that support long‑term success.
• Drive operational excellence across hospitality, dining, facilities, transportation, housekeeping, maintenance, recreation, and resident services.
• Ensure operational readiness throughout all phases of project growth and expansion.

• Create a hospitality culture focused on delivering an exceptional resident experience.
• Establish service standards that reflect a premium hospitality environment.
• Oversee all resident touchpoints, including arrival experience, accommodations, shared spaces, dining, transportation access, and support services.
• Monitor resident satisfaction, community engagement, and service metrics; implement improvements that enhance quality of life, retention, and experience consistency.
• Lead service recovery efforts and continuous improvement initiatives with a guest‑first mindset.

• Recruit, develop, and retain a high‑performing leadership team.
• Build organizational capability during rapid growth, start‑up activity, operational complexity, and changing business conditions.
• Create accountability through clear expectations, talent development, coaching, and performance management.

• Serve as the primary operational representative and executive…