Vice President of Construction Management - Industrial Mechanical Specialty Contractor - Virginia

Vice President of Construction Management - Industrial Mechanical Specialty Contractor - Virginia

Gryphon Oakwood are currently partnered with a well-established specialty construction and fabrication company with deep expertise delivering complex, high-specification projects across multiple industrial sectors, who are seeking a Vice President of Construction Management to oversee multiple projects simultaneously, ensure alignment across teams, and intervene where projects require additional leadership.

• Provide executive oversight of construction management operations across multiple concurrent projects
• Monitor project performance, schedules, budgets, and resource allocation across the portfolio (not a single-project focus role)
• Identify at-risk or underperforming projects early and implement corrective strategies
• Partner closely with the owner on operational planning, decision-making, and growth initiatives
• Lead and mentor project managers, superintendents, and cross-functional teams
• Support business scaling efforts, including process improvements and operational efficiency
• Ensure projects meet safety, quality, and compliance standards
• Step into complex or challenging situations and drive solutions in a hands‑on manner
• Collaborate with fabrication and field operations to maximize capacity utilization
• Maintain visibility across all moving parts of the business in a fast‑paced environment

• 15+ years of progressive leadership experience in construction, industrial fabrication, or related sectors
• Proven experience overseeing multiple concurrent projects and large operational teams
• Strong background in industrial construction, mechanical systems, structural steel, fabrication, or similar environments
• Demonstrated ability to identify and recover troubled projects
• Experience partnering with executive leadership or ownership teams
• Hands‑on leadership style with strong problem‑solving capabilities
• Financial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost control
• Excellent communication and team leadership skills
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred (or equivalent experience)

If this role is of interest and matches your background please reach out to Edward Davey (ed)