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VP, Water Operations

Dallas, TXOnsiteFull TimeVice President$250,000–$300,000 /yrPosted 16 days agoVisa sponsorship available

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Required skills

  • heavy civil construction
  • construction teams
  • heavy civil/highway projects
  • construction business
  • financial risk management
  • communication skills
  • financial reporting
  • analytic skills
  • financial acumen
  • business acumen

Nice to have

  • Valid Driver's License

Role summary

Flatiron is seeking a strategic Vice President of Operations with expertise in water operations to drive the coordination, financial health, and planning of multiple projects within a division. This role involves overseeing financial performance, approving bids, ensuring safety compliance, managing personnel needs, and reviewing project costs and status reports. The VP will also assist with owner relations, insurance claims, and subcontractor selection. The ideal candidate has 15+ years of experience in heavy civil construction, 10+ years managing construction teams, and proven financial and risk management skills.

Overview

Are you a strategic leader with expertise navigating complex challenges? As the Vice President of Operations, you will drive the coordination, financial health and planning of multiple projects within a single division, ensuring that each initiative achieves optimal economic outcomes and adheres to tight schedules.

Collaborate with industry experts and committed teams to enhance efficiency, mitigate risks and foster a culture of collaboration.

Apply now and transform your career with Flatiron.

What you will be doing

  • Participates and oversees multiple project plans and project productions within one division or specialty build type.
  • Oversees financial health of designated projects and financial Profit and Loss reporting.
  • Approves project bids and proposed work by working closely with project managers and bid review committees.
  • Enforces Company and project safety plans at all project sites to ensure Company and sub-contractor safety compliance.
  • Coordinates with Human Resources to ensure all projects have accurate personnel assigned and recruiting efforts are assigned to upcoming project needs.
  • Reviews project costs and financial reporting for work in designated area to ensure projects are running efficiently and will complete deliverables within budget.
  • Reviews monthly project status reports and ensures schedules/plans will meet project goals.
  • Assists project managers with Owner relations, community associations and media releases, as needed.
  • Manages and provides oversight to insurance issues and claims resolutions, as needed.
  • Approves the selection and contract execution with subcontractors and suppliers.
  • Oversees and/or audits project cost controls, budgets, invoicing, estimates and project forecasting and provide input to upper management related to project operations and status.

What we are looking for

  • 15+ years’ experience in heavy civil construction required.
  • 10+ years’ experience managing construction teams required.
  • Bachelor’s Degree a plus.
  • Experience in managing heavy civil/highway projects, construction, business and financial risk management required.
  • Safety Trained Supervisor (STS) certification preferred.
  • Valid Driver’s License.
  • Strong communication skills to set clear expectations to direct reports and appropriate stakeholders.
  • Proven financial reporting and analytic skills with strong financial and business acumen.
  • Able to take personal ownership over cost or contract issues and accurately identify and mitigate possible project claims.
  • Expert negotiation skills and interpersonal skills.
  • Proficient multi-tasking and prioritization skills to provide technical guidance to scheduling, production, construction issues and Owner relationship situations.
  • Expert knowledge of complex construction means and methods.

Why work for us

Some of the benefits you may be eligible for as an employee are:

  • Comprehensive compensation package and paid time off program
  • Industry leading 401(k)/RRSP
  • Medical/Extended Health Care, Dental, Vision and/or Provincial Medical
  • Wellness benefits & Employee Assistance Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program

We are an EEO/ADA/Veterans employer.

Salary Min

USD $250,000.00/Yr.

Salary Max

USD $300,000.00/Yr.
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