Head of Operations - Commercial Construction & Growth

Wharton-Smith, Inc.; Sanford (FL); On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental/Vision

Life & Disability

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) match

PTO & holidays

Bonuses

Training & certifications

Job summary

Wharton-Smith, Inc. seeks a Vice President of Operations to steer the Commercial Construction Business Units toward success, ensuring competitive performance and profitable growth through operational excellence.

The role emphasizes empowering teams, leveraging data, and delivering responsive solutions for clients. The VP will lead strategic execution, drive continuous improvement, and align operational activities with the company's strategic plan while maintaining a strong people-first culture

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field.
• 10-15 years in related role as an Operations Manager for a Commercial Construction Company with revenue of $1B+.
• Leadership skills and ability to manage teams across multiple workstreams.

Responsibilities

• Lead key business unit meetings and ensure metrics and processes are followed (forecasting, audits).
• Develop strategic and tactical goals; create timelines, assign owners, monitor progress.
• Create and manage data and analytic processes to drive decision making.
• Contribute to meaningful metrics and drive accountability and recognition.
• Support total customer experience, resolve problems, and drive continuous improvement.
• Assist in problem resolution and ensure adherence to company procedures.
• Remove obstacles hindering operations and act as trusted advisor for decisions.
• Ensure organization learns, improves, and reinforces success in challenging situations.
• Maintain high visibility and approachability to drive success for the business unit and company.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Communication

Data-driven

Mentoring

Construction knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field

Job description

Wharton-Smith, Inc. seeks a Vice President of Operations to steer the Commercial Construction Business Units toward success, ensuring competitive performance and profitable growth through operational excellence.

The role emphasizes empowering teams, leveraging data, and delivering responsive solutions for clients. The VP will lead strategic execution, drive continuous improvement, and align operational activities with the company's strategic plan while maintaining a strong people-first culture