Vice President - Operations

The Vice-President of Operations position will be responsible for developing new resources and new revenue streams, evaluating operational processes and procedures, developing strategies and implementation plans to improve and standardize all aspects of operations. The position provides leadership for the overall operating performance of the division, monitoring and controlling construction projects through administrative direction of Directors, Project Managers/Estimators and other senior construction staff to ensure projects are built on schedule, within budget and in compliance with Company safety and procedural policies.

Company Overview:

With more than a century of exceptional work on our resume, William Charles Construction remains guided by the pursuit of excellence. Our "Do it Right the First Time" work ethic has been the cornerstone of our business philosophy since 1892. With our broad background in heavy civil construction, environmental management and mining and materials production, we have the expertise to help our customers complete their most complex projects.

MasTec's Clean Energy & Infrastructure (CE&I) segment generates over $4 billion in annual revenue, providing construction services across industrial, renewables and infrastructure sectors. Our industrial expertise includes building products manufacturers, decarbonization, power generation facilities, manufacturing plants and mining. In infrastructure, we specialize in general heavy civil construction, underground utilities, structures, electrical work, material production, roadways, bridges, specialty pavement overlays, environmental projects and commercial buildings. Our renewables sector focuses on solar, wind and battery storage. Sustainability and safety are foundational to our culture and influence everything we do.

MasTec, a minority-owned Fortune 500 company, has shaped the construction industry for more than 90 years. With over 35,000 employees and 400 offices nationwide, we provide flexibility and career growth in dynamic work environments.

Responsible for the overall direction, coordination and evaluation of the region of responsibility
• Market/Business Development for the greater Indianapolis, Indiana and Ohio regions.
• Responsible for interviewing and training employees, planning, assigning, and directing work, appraising performance, rewarding and disciplining employees, addressing complaints and resolving problems
• Lead, promote and comply with all Company safety policies and procedures
• Assist and develop the regional strategic plan for the business unit and ensure its implementation
• Responsible for the overall profitability of the division
• Achieve client satisfaction goals as put forth in the strategic plan
• Responsible for the effective hiring, training and retention of employees within the division
• Responsible for overall relationship with key vendors, owners and clients
• Confer with Safety Director on any jobsite safety issues
• Hold directors accountable to resolve all conflicts such as failure of subcontractors to perform, failure of materials to arrive, contract disputes, and trade conflicts
• Interface with all staff to maintain an open line of communication and reporting, monitor job progress, schedules and subcontractor performance, and coordinate the operation of the field through management of field personnel
• Manage and supervise the teams who direct Project Managers and Field Superintendents by giving ongoing performance feedback and conducting annual performance appraisals in a timely manner.
• Correlate team member's new ideas and help in implementing new policies and procedures
• Confer with President and other management personnel on business continuity and succession planning.
• Serve as member of the Executive team, attending all executive staff meetings and contributing to the overall success of the organization
• Attend trade shows and conferences on management and construction topics as presented
• Visit jobsites on an ongoing basis as needed
• Other duties as requested by the President

Education and Work Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree (B. S.) in Construction Management, Engineering, or related major or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 15 years of construction Industry experience/knowledge of construction techniques, estimating and construction management

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Take reasonable care of your own and others' health and safety and of those who may be affected by the day-to-day delivery of this role by taking personal responsibility for working toward the company's Zero Injury principles
• Read, analyze and interpret blueprints, professional journals, technical procedures, contracts or governmental regulations
• Write reports, business correspondence and document project activities
• Effectively present information and respond to questions from project managers, superintendents, clients, customers, top management, public groups, boards of directors and the general public
• Calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, proportions, percentages, area, circumference and volume
• Solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables
• Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel, Primavera, Viewpoint and Construction Software

Working Environment:

• When visiting jobsites, the work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions
• This work environment may involve moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors and/or loud noises

What's in it for you:

Financial Wellbeing

• Compensation commensurate with experience
• 401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)

Health & Wellness

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children
• Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance

Family & Lifestyle

• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave
• Military Leave, including Differential Pay and Benefits Continuation
• Employee Assistance Program

Planning for the Unexpected

• Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment
• Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage
• Emergency Travel Assistance Program
• Group legal plan

Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need accommodation as part of the employment process, contact ceicareers@mastec.com. Due to the high volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to individual requests regarding application status. Please log into your candidate profile for up-to-date information.