General Manager - Municipal Underground Wet Utilities

We are seeking an experienced Vice President of Operations to lead the day-to-day operations of a growing heavy civil construction company specializing in municipal underground wet utility infrastructure.

This is a rare opportunity for an accomplished heavy civil construction professional to help lead a respected and growing contractor. The successful candidate will work directly with the President, influence strategic decisions, mentor the next generation of leaders, and play a critical role in the company's continued growth.

Reporting directly to the President, the Vice President of Operations will provide leadership across project management, field operations, estimating support, scheduling, operational planning, and financial performance. This individual will be responsible for ensuring projects are executed safely, efficiently, profitably, and in accordance with company standards while developing a culture of accountability, collaboration, and operational excellence.

This role is particularly well suited for a proven Senior Project Manager or Operations Leader from a larger heavy civil contractor who is ready to step into an executive leadership position with greater influence, responsibility, visibility, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the direction of the business.

Provide day-to-day operational leadership for the company.

Serve as the primary operational leader reporting directly to the President.

Lead, mentor, and develop Project Managers, Superintendents, and field leadership.

Foster a culture built on accountability, teamwork, communication, and continuous improvement.

Establish operational priorities while ensuring resources are effectively allocated across all projects.

Partner with the President on strategic planning, organizational development, and long-term growth initiatives.

Oversee multiple municipal underground utility construction projects from preconstruction through closeout.

Monitor project schedules, budgets, manpower, equipment utilization, productivity, quality, and profitability.

Conduct regular operational reviews with Project Managers to identify risks, resolve issues, and maintain project performance.

Ensure projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with contract requirements.

Maintain a visible presence on project sites while supporting field leadership.

Assist with estimating complex underground utility and municipal infrastructure projects.

Review estimates, subcontractor quotations, bid strategies, and project risks.

Participate in project turnover meetings to ensure a seamless transition from estimating to operations.

Help improve estimating accuracy, project planning, and operational execution.

Review project financial performance including budgets, forecasting, labor productivity, equipment utilization, and profitability.

Monitor job costs and implement corrective actions when necessary.

Assist Project Managers with change order strategy, contract administration, and financial decision-making.

Recommend operational improvements that increase efficiency and profitability.

Build strong relationships with municipalities, consulting engineers, developers, owners, subcontractors, and suppliers.

Participate in client meetings and support business development effort

Assist in negotiating contracts and resolving project challenges while maintaining strong customer relationships.

Champion a culture where safety is the highest priority.

Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, municipal specifications, environmental requirements, and company policies.

Promote quality…