VP, Water Operations

Pulice•San Antonio, TX

32d•$250,000 - $300,000

About The Position

The Vice President of Operations leads the coordination, financial health, and planning of multiple projects within a division or specialty build type. The role ensures initiatives achieve strong economic outcomes, meet schedules, and comply with company and project safety plans. It works closely with project managers, bid review committees, Human Resources, subcontractors, suppliers, and other stakeholders to improve efficiency, manage risks, and support project delivery. The position oversees project financial performance, project plans and production, bids, costs, budgets, forecasts, reporting, schedules, personnel planning, subcontractor and supplier contracting, insurance matters, and claims resolution. It also provides input to upper management on project operations and status and supports project managers with owner relations, community associations, and media releases as needed.

Requirements

15 or more years of experience in heavy civil construction.
10 or more years of experience managing construction teams.
Experience managing heavy civil or highway projects, construction, business, and financial risk management.
Valid driver’s license.
Strong communication skills to set clear expectations for direct reports and stakeholders.
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.
Strong multitasking and prioritization skills to provide technical guidance on scheduling, production, construction issues, and owner relations.
Expert knowledge of complex construction means and methods.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Participate in and oversee multiple project plans and project production within one division or specialty build type.
Oversee the financial health of designated projects and financial profit-and-loss reporting.
Approve project bids and proposed work in coordination with project managers and bid review committees.
Enforce company and project safety plans at project sites and ensure company and subcontractor safety compliance.
Coordinate with Human Resources to ensure projects have accurate personnel assignments and that recruiting efforts address upcoming project needs.
Review project costs and financial reporting to ensure efficient operations and delivery within budget.
Review monthly project status reports and ensure schedules and plans meet project goals.
Assist project managers with owner relations, community associations, and media releases as needed.
Manage and oversee insurance issues and claims resolutions as needed.
Approve subcontractor and supplier selection and contract execution.
Oversee or audit project cost controls, budgets, invoicing, estimates, and project forecasting.
Provide upper management with input related to project operations and status.