VP of Construction

Job Description COMPANY OVERVIEW: A premier provider of industrial construction, maintenance, and turnaround services powering critical infrastructure.POSITION TITLE: VP of ConstructionCOMPENSATION: Competitive salary + DOEBENEFITS: Standard packageLOCATION: Houston, TXSUMMARY: VP of Construction will plan and direct maintenance operations in a manner that ensures approved company objectives are achieved through the effective utilization of human and material resources in the maintenance and construction operations of the company. This position will develop and implement policies and programs to achieve short-term performance goals and long-term growth.DUTIES OR RESPONSIBILITIES:Manages work and oversees personnel to ensure that their teams are achieving outstanding resultsCommunicates the company mission, vision, values, goals and policies and ensures that their teams are supporting themPersonally, sets an example by his/her work ethic and professional conduct and holds their team members accountable for performanceProvide leadership and direction in establishing a world-class safety cultureAssures the continuity of organization and staffMotivated to assure the successful completion of present commitments and to provide for growth through recruiting, recognition and leadership developmentAnalyzes performance of company operations and develops methods and plans of operation to maximize profit and return on investment over the long termDefines and develops long-range goals and reviews achievement of those goals assuring that they are compatible with corporate goals and objectives Approves budget and authorizes budget expendituresApproves allocations of company assets such as cash, equipment, and human resources to maintain or achieve maximum performanceParticipates and approves levels of bidding as to size of project, type of project and profit margin ensuring proper risk assessment and capability to performProvides an organization in structure and staffing, can provide support in the development of concepts, in implementation of policy and plans and in the control of end resultsDevelops and implements strategic plans in harmony with divisional strategy that will achieve desired level of profits and optimum volume consistent with planned growth, continuity and expansion objectivesDevelopment and maintenance of a favorable image with owners, architects, financial organizations, subcontractors, and suppliers, to expand the company's opportunity for new business.Contracts - Protecting the company's interest by careful review of all contracts utilizing the company standard whenever possiblePurchasing - Choosing the best vendor and subcontractor at a competitive price and writing purchase orders and subcontracts that are complete and clear in language as to intent and scope of workInnovation - The profitable use of appropriate new construction methods and equipment to facilitate and improve building construction to reduce costs and give added value to the ownerComplete in-depth job planning prior to start of work to assure successful completion of the project as related to costs, time schedule and quality of workMaintenance of company safety standards and appropriate regulatory agency standardsEXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:15 years of progressive experience in industrial maintenance services with annual revenue of $100MM or larger and capital construction projects of $50MM or largerAdvanced knowledge of the Industrial maintenance/construction industry and operations is required - can bring in a team and book of businessBachelor's degree strongly preferred. (MBA a plus)Position requires someone who is comfortable functioning as an entrepreneurial change agent , with the capacity to think both strategically and tactically, coupled with the ability to focus on day-to-day issuesProven experience in building partnershipsMust have the ability to think outside the box from a business development and planning perspectiveProvide Leadership and a passion to train and develop the next generation of leaders***PLEASE NOTE: We try to respond to everyone who applies for our jobs, but in periods of high activity it may not be possible. We hope we can personally help you find your new job and wish you success in your job search. For more information, please email Toni Rosario at trosario@bicrecruiting.com