VP of Construction Operations – MEP Expert, Growth Leader

KODIAK Construction Recruiting & Staffing

Matthews (NC)

On-site

USD 180,000 - 240,000

Full time

34 hours ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance
Company phone
Laptop
Company credit card
Relocation package
Growth opportunities

Job summary

KODIAK Construction Recruiting & Staffing is seeking a Vice President of Construction Operations to lead and scale construction operations across commercial and industrial projects in North Carolina. This executive role requires strategic leadership, profitability focus, and a proven track record of delivering projects safely, on time, and on budget.

You will oversee project teams, mentor managers, manage budgets and KPIs, and collaborate with finance for billing and cash flow while driving

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree preferred in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or related field.
  • 10+ years of progressive leadership experience within commercial/industrial construction, mechanical contracting, plumbing, MEP, or related industries.
  • 5+ years of experience leading project management and operational teams.
  • Demonstrated success overseeing multiple large-scale construction projects simultaneously.
  • Experience managing budgets, forecasting, financial performance, and operational execution.
  • Willingness to travel periodically to project sites and meetings.
  • Commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence.
  • Ability to work effectively in both office and field environments.

Responsibilities

  • Provide strategic leadership for all construction operations.
  • Partner with executive leadership on growth initiatives and long-term planning.
  • Build a culture focused on accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
  • Identify operational risks, workforce needs, and market opportunities.
  • Oversee projects from award through closeout and ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.
  • Drive consistency across scheduling, procurement, documentation, and project execution.
  • Improve operational performance through measurable KPIs; own budgeting, forecasting, profitability.
  • Partner with Finance to support billing, collections, and cash flow; mitigate risks.

Skills

Leadership
Budgeting
Safety compliance
MEP experience
Client relations
Strategic planning

Education

Bachelors degree

Job description

KODIAK Construction Recruiting & Staffing is seeking a Vice President of Construction Operations to lead and scale construction operations across commercial and industrial projects in North Carolina. This executive role requires strategic leadership, profitability focus, and a proven track record of delivering projects safely, on time, and on budget.

You will oversee project teams, mentor managers, manage budgets and KPIs, and collaborate with finance for billing and cash flow while driving

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