Vice President of Operations | Construction

Henderson Scott US; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 250,000 - 400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Annual bonus potential

Vehicle allowance

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Henderson Scott US seeks a Vice President of Operations | Construction to provide strategic direction and hands-on leadership across all operations. This executive role focuses on driving performance, improving financial results, and aligning daily activities with long-term goals.

The ideal candidate brings a track record of leading complex construction programs, managing multi-million-dollar budgets, and driving continuous improvement while fostering safety and accountability.

Qualifications

• MBA required.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive leadership and operational management experience.
• Demonstrated experience overseeing construction operations and complex projects valued at $100 million or more.
• Strong financial acumen, including experience managing budgets, forecasting costs, evaluating financial performance, and driving operational results.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations across operational departments, ensuring consistent performance.
• Translate company strategy into actionable operational plans and measurable objectives.
• Establish metrics, standards, and reporting processes to evaluate effectiveness and identify opportunities.
• Review and enhance procedures to improve productivity, quality, and cost efficiency.
• Develop and implement policies and best practices to support growth.
• Lead coordination among operations, engineering, technology, and other functions for alignment.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Financial acumen

Operations management

Construction experience

Budgets & forecasting

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional leadership

Communication

Change management

Education

MBA

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Vice President of Operations | Construction

Our client is seeking an experienced Vice President of Operations | Construction to provide strategic and operational leadership across the organization. This executive-level role is responsible for driving operational performance, strengthening financial results, optimizing business processes, and ensuring alignment between day-to-day operations and long-term strategic objectives.

The ideal candidate is a strategic, results-oriented leader with a strong business and financial background, extensive experience managing complex operations, and a proven ability to lead high-performing teams. Experience overseeing construction projects valued at $100 million or more is essential.

The successful candidate will bring a balance of strategic vision and hands‑on leadership, with a demonstrated ability to improve organizational efficiency, develop future leaders, manage budgets, and foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, safety, and continuous improvement.

Essential Job Functions

Strategic and Operational Leadership

• Oversee day-to-day business operations, ensuring efficient, effective, and consistent performance across operational departments.


• Translate company strategy into actionable operational plans, measurable objectives, and performance goals.


• Establish quantitative and qualitative performance metrics, standards, and reporting processes to evaluate organizational effectiveness and identify opportunities for improvement.


• Review, analyze, and enhance business procedures, operational workflows, and organizational processes to improve productivity, quality, and cost efficiency.


• Develop and implement policies, procedures, and operational best practices that support business objectives and sustainable growth.


• Lead coordination and integration among operations, engineering, technology, and other business functions to ensure organizational alignment.

Financial and Business Management

• Plan, direct, monitor, and forecast departmental budgets, operating costs, and financial performance to achieve established business objectives.


• Evaluate financial and operational data to identify risks, control costs, and improve resource utilization, and support informed decision-making.


• Drive accountability for financial results, operational efficiency, and performance against established targets.


• Identify opportunities to streamline processes, improve margins, and strengthen overall business performance.


• Apply sound business judgment and financial acumen to operational planning, resource allocation, and strategic initiatives.

Construction Operations and Project Oversight

• Provide operational oversight and strategic guidance for complex construction projects, including projects valued at $100 million or more.


• Support project teams in achieving established objectives related to safety, quality, schedule, budget, and client satisfaction.


• Promote consistent operational standards and best practices across projects and departments.


• Ensure safe, productive, and compliant work environments while reinforcing a culture of safety, accountability, and risk awareness.


• Collaborate with leadership and project teams to address operational challenges, resolve issues, and improve project execution.

Leadership and Team Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop managers and emerging leaders, strengthening leadership capabilities and organizational performance.


• Establish clear expectations, accountability structures, and performance management practices across operational teams.


• Communicate strategic initiatives, policy updates, procedural changes, and business priorities effectively to leadership and staff.


• Foster a collaborative, high-performance culture that encourages professional development, innovation, and continuous improvement.


• Support organizational change initiatives and build alignment among stakeholders at all levels.

Client Relationships and Organizational Excellence

• Drive improvements in customer service, client satisfaction, and overall project delivery through effective operational management.


• Build and maintain strong professional relationships with employees, clients, industry partners, and other key stakeholders.


• Represent our client professionally and uphold the company's reputation, values, and commitment to excellence.


• Promote the effective use of technology, business systems, and data‑driven decision-making to enhance operational performance.


• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Master of Business Administration (MBA) required.


• Minimum of 10 years of progressive leadership and operational management experience.


• Demonstrated experience overseeing construction operations and complex projects valued at $100 million or more.


• Thorough understanding of business operations, financial management, strategic planning, and organizational leadership.


• Strong financial acumen, including experience managing budgets, forecasting costs, evaluating financial performance, and driving operational results.


• Proven ability to lead cross‑functional teams, manage competing priorities, and achieve measurable business objectives.


• Exceptional leadership, mentorship, coaching, and team development capabilities.


• Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal, and executive communication skills.


• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, decision‑making, and strategic planning abilities.


• Superior organizational, managerial, and relationship‑management skills, including the ability to navigate complex situations with professionalism and diplomacy.


• Demonstrated ability to implement change, influence stakeholders, and lead continuous improvement initiatives.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and related business management software.


• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, results‑driven environment.

What Our Client Offers

• Competitive Base Salary:


• Annual Performance Bonus:


• Vehicle Allowance:


• Comprehensive Benefits Package


• 401(k) Retirement Plan: