Senior Vice President-National Paving Division

Kimmel & Associates • Chicago, IL

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About The Position

Our client is a nationally recognized leader in commercial paving and pavement solutions, delivering asphalt and concrete services to customers across the United States. The organization partners with commercial and industrial property owners through a nationwide network of professionals and certified partners, with a focus on quality, customer service, operational excellence, and long-term relationships.

The Senior Vice President – National Paving Division will provide strategic leadership and drive growth across nationwide commercial paving operations. Based in the Chicago area, this executive will oversee national division performance, strengthen operational capabilities, develop leadership talent, and ensure consistent execution across a distributed network of operations and partners. The role will help shape business strategy, drive profitability, enhance customer relationships, and scale the organization’s national platform.

Requirements

• Significant executive-level leadership experience within commercial paving, asphalt, concrete, related construction, or exterior facilities services.
• Demonstrated success leading multi-location, regional, or national construction operations.
• Strong background in commercial paving, pavement construction, maintenance, or infrastructure-related services.
• Proven ability to manage large-scale operations, drive profitability, and achieve sustained business growth.
• Experience overseeing operational leaders, regional managers, and geographically dispersed teams.
• Strong financial acumen, including P&L management, budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute strategic business plans.
• Experience managing national accounts, customer relationships, and strategic partnerships.
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to balance strategic vision with operational execution.
• Willingness to travel nationally as required.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive leadership and strategic direction for national paving operations.
• Develop and execute business strategies to drive revenue growth, profitability, and market expansion.
• Oversee division-wide operational performance, including project execution, quality, safety, and customer satisfaction.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators, financial targets, and operational objectives.
• Lead, mentor, and develop regional leaders, operational managers, and other key personnel.
• Strengthen organizational structure, leadership capabilities, and operational processes to support continued growth.
• Drive consistency in project management, estimating, scheduling, subcontractor coordination, and quality control across national operations.
• Oversee relationships with national customers, strategic partners, and key stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities to expand service offerings, improve operational efficiency, and strengthen competitive positioning.
• Partner with executive leadership on budgeting, forecasting, business planning, and long-term strategic initiatives.
• Foster a culture centered on safety, accountability, customer service, and continuous improvement.
• Ensure the division maintains strong financial performance while delivering exceptional project outcomes.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Retirement savings program.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• Executive-level leadership opportunity within a nationally recognized organization.
• Opportunity to influence national strategy, operational performance, and continued business expansion.
• Collaborative leadership environment with significant responsibility and long-term career potential.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive