General Manager

Vipaving; Christiansted (United States Virgin Islands); On-site; USD 175,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle and fuel allowance

Health benefits package

Paid time off

Job summary

Vipaving is seeking a General Manager (GM) for day-to-day operational management of construction activities in the US Virgin Islands. The GM will ensure projects run efficiently and profitably while managing a team of project managers and supervisors.

Ideal candidates will have 7–10 years of experience in heavy civil construction, expertise in field management, and strong leadership skills. A competitive salary and performance-based bonuses are included.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years experience in heavy civil construction or paving operations.
• Strong understanding of field management and plant coordination.
• Experience with scheduling software and project cost control systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily field operations across paving, bridges, utilities, and earthwork divisions.
• Monitor project schedules, budgets, and quality benchmarks.
• Supervise project managers, superintendents, and field supervisors.

Skills

Leadership of multi-crew operations

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Field management

Plant coordination

Tools

Scheduling software

Project cost control systems

Job description

The General Manager (GM) is responsible for the day-to-day operational management of all field construction and plant activities at Virgin Islands Paving. Reporting directly to the Vice President of Operations, the GM translates strategic direction into actionable execution, ensuring projects and production operations run efficiently, safely, and profitably.

This role serves as the operational integrator between field teams, plant managers, project managers, and department heads.

Key Responsibilities

Daily Operations Management

Oversee daily field operations across paving, bridges, utilities, and earthwork divisions.

Coordinate with asphalt and concrete plant managers to align production with project schedules.

Ensure equipment, manpower, and materials are deployed efficiently.

Troubleshoot operational bottlenecks and implement solutions.

Project Execution Oversight

Monitor project schedules, budgets, and quality benchmarks.

Ensure project managers and superintendents meet performance targets.

Conduct regular jobsite visits and operational reviews.

Ensure proper documentation, reporting, and cost tracking.

Workforce & Supervision

Supervise project managers, superintendents, plant managers, and field supervisors.

Maintain staffing levels to meet project demand.

Enforce performance standards and accountability.

Support training and workforce development initiatives.

Budget & Cost Control

Assist in preparing operational budgets.

Monitor job cost reports and flag variances to the VP of Operations.

Improve operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

Manage equipment maintenance planning and utilization.

Safety & Compliance

Enforce safety protocols across all worksites and facilities.

Ensure compliance with regulatory and environmental requirements.

Lead safety meetings and operational briefings.

Communication & Coordination

Serve as liaison between field operations and executive leadership.

Provide regular performance updates to the VP of Operations.

Collaborate with estimating and business development teams to support bid preparation.

Qualifications

7–10 years experience in heavy civil construction or paving operations.

Strong understanding of field management and plant coordination.

Demonstrated leadership of multi-crew operations.

Experience with scheduling software and project cost control systems.

Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.

Base Salary Range

$175,000 – $225,000 annually (Commensurate with experience, qualifications, and operational scope)

Opportunity for Performance-Based Bonus tied to:

EBITDA and profitability targets

Safety metrics and compliance performance

Operational efficiency benchmarks

On-time and on-budget project delivery

Benefits May Include

Company vehicle and fuel allowance

Health benefits package

Paid time off

Compensation is structured to reward disciplined execution, leadership effectiveness, and operational accountability.