VP, Transit Market Leader

Flatiron Construction Corp • Austin, TX

15h

About The Position

The VP, Transit Market Leader is responsible for advancing the company’s transit market presence, shaping pursuit strategy, and supporting successful project execution. The role collaborates with business development leadership, pursuit teams, clients, and district operations to position the company for competitive bids and deliver awarded projects. It also serves as a company executive supporting division transit operations.

Requirements

• 15 or more years of heavy civil construction experience, particularly in the transit market.
• 10 or more years of experience managing construction teams.
• Experience managing heavy civil projects focused on the transit market.
• Construction, business, and financial risk management experience.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to set clear expectations with direct reports and stakeholders.
• Ability to hold personnel and third-party participants accountable for expectations and deliverables.
• Proven financial reporting and analytical skills, with strong financial and business acumen.
• Ability to take ownership of cost or contract issues and identify and mitigate potential project claims.
• Expert negotiation and interpersonal skills to support positive internal and external relationships and partnerships.
• Strong leadership skills, including supporting talent growth and mentorship across multiple project types and locations.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize while providing technical guidance on scheduling, production, construction issues, and owner relationships.
• Expert knowledge of complex construction means and methods.
• Proven knowledge and ability to manage the claims process and negotiate with owners regarding project issues.
• Strong conflict management and leadership skills.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Safety Trained Supervisor (STS) certification.

Responsibilities

• Work with business development leadership to identify appropriate resourcing and team structures for transit pursuits.
• Support negotiation of agreements and interactions with clients for active and potential pursuits.
• Collaborate with pursuit teams to develop strategies, participate in pursuit and pricing reviews, assess project risks, and recommend mitigation solutions.
• Provide guidance and support to operations teams on active transit projects and other projects as directed by senior management.
• Assist with hiring qualified staff and with project startup and closeout processes.
• Serve as a company executive supporting division transit operations.
• Set expectations for programs, roles, and responsibilities; hold personnel and third-party participants accountable for deliverables.
• Represent the company at industry functions and in client interactions, communicating strategic messages and demonstrating transit-industry expertise.
• Manage cost and contract issues, identify potential project claims, and support claims management and negotiations with owners.
• Provide technical guidance on scheduling, production, construction issues, and owner relationships.
• Support internal talent development and mentorship across projects and locations.

Benefits

• Comprehensive compensation package and paid time off program.
• Industry-leading 401(k)/RRSP.
• Medical/Extended Health Care, dental, vision, and/or provincial medical benefits.
• Wellness benefits and Employee Assistance Program.
• Tuition reimbursement program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Education Level: No Education Listed