VP of Operations

Blue View Builder • San Diego, CA

10h • Onsite

About The Position

The Vice President of Operations is the key operational leader for a growing design-build residential modular home manufacturing company. Reporting directly to the CEO and COO, this hands-on executive oversees day-to-day general management across architecture, engineering, factory operations, supply chain, production, quality control, and on-site installation.

The role calls for deep experience in residential construction and manufacturing, ideally in modular, prefab, manufactured housing, or off-site construction. The VPO will translate strategic vision into efficient, profitable execution by scaling production capacity, delivering high-quality modular homes that comply with California building codes and energy standards, controlling costs, and completing projects on time and within budget. The position is San Diego-based with an on-site/factory environment focus.

Requirements

• 10–15+ years of progressive leadership in residential construction and manufacturing, with significant hands-on experience in manufactured, modular, prefabricated, or off-site home production.
• Proven success scaling construction or manufacturing operations, improving efficiency, and delivering high-volume residential projects on time and on budget.
• Deep knowledge of residential construction methods, building codes, and California-specific regulations, including Title 24, CALGreen, and San Diego permitting processes.
• Strong background in lean manufacturing, process optimization, and quality systems.
• Demonstrated P&L management and financial acumen in a construction or manufacturing setting.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Operations, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, and ability to thrive in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment.

Nice To Haves

• Prior COO, VP of Operations, or Plant Manager experience in a factory environment.
• Six Sigma or similar experience.
• MBA or advanced degree.
• Direct experience with modular or factory-built residential homes, including single-family homes, ADUs, or multifamily modules.
• Familiarity with the California housing market, land development, and entitlement processes.
• Experience implementing manufacturing technology solutions such as ERP systems, production software, or BIM integration.
• Track record of building high-performing teams and fostering a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead manufacturing and operational functions, including factory production, assembly lines, quality assurance, inventory management, and logistics for modular home components.
• Oversee the end-to-end process from design coordination and material procurement through factory build, transportation, and on-site installation or assembly.
• Develop and implement scalable operational systems, processes, and KPIs to increase production throughput, reduce cycle times, and improve efficiency.
• Manage operations P&L responsibility, working with the CFO to control costs, optimize margins, and improve profitability.
• Ensure compliance with California building codes, Title 24 energy efficiency standards, CALGreen, seismic requirements, and local San Diego County and City permitting and inspection processes.
• Build, mentor, and lead teams across design, production, engineering, supply chain, safety, and field installation.
• Drive continuous improvement, including lean manufacturing, automation opportunities, and quality control systems tailored to modular construction.
• Coordinate with sales, design, and development teams to align production capacity with customer demand and project pipelines.
• Manage vendor relationships, supply chain risks, and strategic sourcing of materials for modular residential construction.
• Champion safety programs, workplace culture, and employee development while maintaining a strong safety record in factory and field environments.
• Support growth initiatives, including factory expansion, new product lines, construction technology R&D, and geographic expansion.
• Provide operational reports, performance metrics, and recommendations to the CEO and executive team.

Benefits

• Competitive executive compensation package, including base salary, performance bonus, equity participation, employee discount, pension, and benefits.
• Opportunity to play a pivotal role in addressing California’s housing crisis through innovative modular construction.
• Direct impact on scaling a mission-driven company in the growing prefab/modular sector.

What This Job Offers

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