Vice President of Operations-Heavy Civil Construction

Kimmel & Associates•Dallas, TX

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The company is hiring two newly created Vice President of Operations roles: one focused on public-sector work and one on private-sector work. Both positions report directly to the company's VP of Operations and were created to support continued growth and strengthen the operating leadership structure as the founders transition into board-only roles. The positions offer day-to-day autonomy and high visibility. The successful executives will lead large portfolios of concurrent heavy civil projects, develop teams, improve profitability, and drive operational excellence. Candidates should have experience managing many simultaneous projects rather than primarily overseeing one large project at a time. The company is a well-established heavy civil construction contractor headquartered in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, with more than five decades of experience. Its work includes transportation, earthwork, paving, utilities, structures, commercial development, mining, and residential projects. It has substantial self-perform capabilities and an extensive equipment fleet. The job is located in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex; relocation assistance is available. Regular travel to project sites is expected.

Requirements

At least 15 years of progressive heavy civil construction experience, including significant operational leadership.
Proven success managing a large portfolio of concurrent projects, rather than primarily single large projects.
Experience leading Project Managers, Superintendents, and other senior construction professionals.
Strong background in heavy civil, infrastructure, transportation, or site development.
Demonstrated responsibility for project profitability, forecasting, scheduling, cost control, safety, and customer relationships.
Proven success owning full P&L for a major business unit, region, or portfolio of complex projects.
Strong understanding of contracts, estimating, project controls, change management, claims, and risk.
Experience with both self-performed and subcontracted work.
Proven ability to recruit, develop, and retain high-performing teams.
Strong executive communication, leadership, relationship management, and business acumen.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field is preferred.
Preferred experience in public works/DOT, highways, bridges, utilities, large-scale earthwork, or commercial civil site development.

Responsibilities

Lead and oversee large-scale heavy civil construction operations across a portfolio of concurrent projects.
Direct and develop Project Managers, Superintendents, and senior field leadership.
Ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to customer expectations.
Hold full P&L accountability for assigned operations, including budgeting, cost control, forecasting, and margin optimization.
Establish and monitor operational KPIs and performance standards.
Partner with estimating, preconstruction, and senior leadership on project strategy and execution.
Optimize manpower, equipment, and other resources across projects.
Build relationships with owners, developers, agencies, subcontractors, and other stakeholders.
Champion safety, quality, employee development, and continuous operational improvement.
Support major pursuits, business development, contract negotiations, and strategic growth initiatives.
Travel regularly to project sites.

Benefits

$300,000+ base salary.
Significant annual performance bonus.
Meaningful employee ownership stake, with a track record of strong annual growth in employee equity value.
Long-term incentive opportunity.
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
401(k) with company contribution/match.
Paid time off and holidays.
Short- and long-term disability.
Company vehicle or vehicle allowance.
Relocation assistance.
Significant opportunity for long-term executive growth.