Director Operations Management

VCI Construction, LLC.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Paychecks

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

401(k) w/ Company Match

Stock Purchase Plan

Education Reimbursement

Legal Insurance

Gym Membership Discounts

Pet Insurance Discounts

Job summary

VCI Construction, LLC. in San Diego, CA is looking for a Director of Operations Management to lead construction projects and operations. Candidates should have at least 10 years of experience in construction or telecommunications and adept in project management and financial oversight. The role emphasizes operational leadership, strategic planning, and team management. The salary range is $135,000.00 - $175,000.00, along with competitive benefits including a 401(k) plan and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years experience at an operations leadership level, preferably in construction or telecommunications.
• Proven experience managing large field teams across multiple locations.
• In-depth knowledge of supply chain, finance, HR, and project management.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, direction, and guidance for all construction operations and project management.
• Develop and implement effective construction management strategies and operational policies.
• Monitor budgets and manage job costing to maximize profitability.
• Oversee the construction backlog and ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.
• Integrate and enforce safety practices and quality standards across operations.
• Collaborate with HR to hire, mentor, and train personnel for high performance.
• Manage vendor relationships and ensure subcontractors meet compliance and quality standards.
• Build and maintain customer and stakeholder relationships for long-term collaboration.

Skills

Operational Leadership

Strategic Planning

Financial Oversight

Project Management

Safety & Quality Assurance

Team & Talent Management

Vendor Management

Customer & Stakeholder Relations

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field

MSc/MA (a plus)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

ERP

Project management tools

Job description

Job Title: Director Operations Management

Workplace Type: Field

Connecting you to great benefits

• Weekly Paychecks
• Paid Time Off, Parental Leave, and Holidays
• 401(k) w/ Company Match
• Stock Purchase Plan
• Education Reimbursement
• Legal Insurance
• Discounts on gym memberships, pet insurance, and much more!

What you’ll do

• Operational Leadership: Provide leadership, direction, and guidance for all construction operations, project management, design & engineering, and field crews across multiple markets.
• Strategic Planning: Develop and implement effective construction management strategies, operational policies, and best practices to increase productivity and achieve project delivery goals.
• Financial Oversight: Monitor budgets, review financial information, manage job costing, and optimize resource allocation to maximize profitability and identify cost savings.
• Project Management: Oversee the construction backlog and ensure project managers deliver complex network construction and utility projects on schedule, within budget, and to high-quality standards.
• Safety & Quality Assurance: Integrate and enforce robust safety practices and quality standards across all operational activities, ensuring full compliance with OSHA, regulatory, and environmental standards.
• Team & Talent Management: Collaborate with Human Resources to develop job descriptions, hire, mentor, and train competent personnel, fostering a high-performance, people-first culture.
• Vendor & Subcontractor Management: Manage vendor relationships and supply agreements, overseeing procurement, inventory control, and ensuring subcontractor compliance and quality of work.
• Customer & Stakeholder Relations: Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, vendors, and partners, ensuring high levels of satisfaction and identifying opportunities for long‑term collaboration.

What you’ll need

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field (MSc/MA a plus).
• Minimum of 10 years of experience at an operations leadership level, with significant experience in the construction or telecommunications industry strongly preferred.
• Proven experience managing large field teams and multiple departments/locations.
• In‑depth knowledge of diverse business functions and principles (e.g., supply chain, finance, HR, project management).
• Strong analytical, decision‑making, and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to interpret data and performance metrics.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with strong leadership and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and relevant construction/inventory management software (e.g., ERP, project management tools).
• Ability to travel to field offices and project sites as needed.

The wage range for Director Operations Management is$135,000.00 - $175,000.00.

Our company is an equal‑opportunity employer — we are committed to providing a work environment where everyone can thrive, grow, and feel connected.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.