Vice President, Operations

Apache Industrial Services•Angleton, TX

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The Business Manager, VP of Operations plans, leads, and oversees all aspects of operations activities in the designated area/division with an unwavering commitment to safety, ethics, quality, people leadership and customer care.

Requirements

7-10 years of leadership experience within the industrial construction/maintenance business.
Extensive knowledge of the principles, procedures, and best practices in the industry.
Established industry network and regular participation/leadership in industry recognized organizations
Demonstrated success in creating and articulating complex strategies and plans to both senior management and peers.
Demonstrated ability to build collaborative relationships and influence others positively.
Proven ability to drive strategic direction.
Executive presence, one who possesses the depth of experience to comfortably interact with senior leaders within the company while remaining accessible to everyone.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
An enterprise-wide thinker, with a lens on how decisions made within one site or unit may affect others across the business
Driven self-starter with a strong attention to detail and ability to operate autonomously
Remaining in a stationary position, often standing, or sitting for prolonged periods.
Frequent travel (50% +) to work sites and offices (driving and/or flying).
Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds.
No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Construction, Engineering, or another industry-related field preferred.

Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Execution Collaborates with senior leadership to develop and achieve company goals, providing operational expertise and guidance.
Implement and communicate the strategic direction of the organization within the designated area or division.
Ensure decision and project plans (e.g., staffing, development, material efficiency) align with the company’s business plan and vision.
Represents Apache in industry-recognized organizations, conferences, and events as an active participant and/or in a leadership role.
Oversees daily operations to ensure efficiency, quality, and alignment with organizational objectives.
Identifies, recommends, and implements new processes, technologies, and systems to improve resource utilization and streamline workflows.
Establishes and enforces operations-related policies, standards, and security measures for consistent execution.
Develops and manages the area/division’s budget, including cost-control reports, estimates, and staffing requirements.
Presents regular performance reports and operational metrics to senior leadership.
Ensures optimal allocation of resources (people, tools, time) to meet business needs.
Works closely with other divisions and departments (e.g., HR, IT, Finance, Sales) to support company-wide initiatives.
Drives alignment and cooperation across teams to achieve shared goals.
Drives exceptional safety performance through visible, transparent leadership on work sites.
Ensures compliance with internal policies, customer guidelines, and regulatory requirements.
Maintains knowledge of emerging technologies, industry best practices, and trends in operations management.
Leads by example and always represents Apache favorably.
Manages and mentors operations staff, fostering a culture of accountability, professionalism, and continuous improvement.
Conducts business in a professional and ethical manner, upholding company and customer standards and holding others accountable for the same.
Provides excellent people leadership including delivering constructive and timely feedback on performance, handling disciplinary issues in accordance with company policy and supporting team member development for the betterment of the team member and Apache.