VP of Distribution Operations (Power Delivery)

Gridco; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 290,000; Full time

Job summary

Gridco is seeking a Vice President of Distribution Operations to oversee its largest business unit, driving strategic execution across multiple states. The role demands a high-integrity leader with 20+ years of experience in utility construction, focused on delivering operational excellence and championing safety with a commitment to employee development and community service.

Benefits

Employee Stock Awards

Competitive Salary

Comprehensive benefits

Mission-Driven Culture

Bold Growth Opportunities

Qualifications

• 20+ years of progressive leadership in utility construction or power distribution.
• Experience managing large teams and multimillion-dollar projects.
• Strong knowledge of workers’ compensation law and HR practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Directors of Distribution and Storm Operations.
• Drive rollout of new initiatives and ensure financial targets are met.
• Manage relationships with utility partners and lead contract negotiations.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic Execution

Contract Negotiation

P&L Management

Crisis Management

Communication Skills

Job description

VP of Distribution Operations (Power Delivery)

VP of Distribution Operations (Power Delivery)

Job Title: Vice President of Distribution Operations (Power Delivery)

Location: Southeastern U.S. (preferred) | Travel required

Reporting To: Chief Operating Officer (COO)

Compensation: Competitive salary + employee stock awards + full benefits

About Gridco

Job Title: Vice President of Distribution Operations (Power Delivery)

Location: Southeastern U.S. (preferred) | Travel required

Reporting To: Chief Operating Officer (COO)

Compensation: Competitive salary + employee stock awards + full benefits

About Gridco

Gridco is one of the fastest-growing power-delivery contractors in the United States. Our people build and maintain the infrastructure that keeps America’s lights on, guided every day by five core values: Trust, Service, Stewardship, Collaboration, and Excellence.

Position Overview

As the Vice President of Distribution Operations, you will own the strategic, financial, and operational performance of Gridco’s largest business unit—responsible for 80 % of our workforce across multiple states. Leading the Directors of Distribution (East & West) and the Director of Storm Operations, you will translate company strategy into field-ready execution, ensure P&L targets are met, and represent Gridco with utility partners on multimillion-dollar contracts.

You will work hand-in-hand with our Safety Director and the rest of the executive team to drive a culture of zero-compromise safety, operational excellence, and customer trust.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Oversight

• Lead, develop, and hold accountable the Directors of Distribution and Storm Operations. Create alignment across the division and ensure high performance across multiple geographies.

Strategic Execution

• Drive rollout of new initiatives, processes, and strategic directives. Convert ideas into field-executable action with measurable results.

Operational Excellence

• Ensure resource optimization, customer satisfaction, and best-in-class safety and quality performance. Monitor key metrics and hold leaders accountable.

Contract Management

• Lead high-stakes contract negotiations and manage customer relationships with professionalism, clarity, and confidence.

P&L Ownership

• Own the financial performance of the Distribution Division. Forecast, monitor, and drive results aligned with Gridco’s growth targets.

Risk & Compliance

• Provide confident leadership in areas including workers’ compensation, personnel decisions, and complex employee matters. Ensure legal and policy compliance across the business u.

Crisis & Storm Response

• Operate calmly and decisively in high-pressure situations. Lead response during storm events and emergency mobilizations with speed and coordination.

Qualifications

• 20+ years of progressive leadership in utility construction, power distribution, or a related field.
• Demonstrated success managing large teams and multimillion-dollar projects across multiple geographies.
• Deep expertise in contract negotiation, P&L management, and operational strategy.
• Strong working knowledge of workers’ compensation law, HR best practices, and complex employee relations.
• Proven ability to lead calmly through crises and deliver in high-pressure, time-critical environments.
• Executive-level communication, planning, and organizational skills.
• Willingness to travel extensively to champion field operations and customer partnerships.
  

Why Join Gridco

• Employee Stock Awards – Have real ownership in the value you create.
• Executive-Level Rewards – Competitive salary, performance bonus, and comprehensive benefits that match the scope of responsibility.
• Mission-Driven Culture – Join a team that cares deeply about doing the right thing for customers, communities, and one another.
• Bold Growth Ahead – Lead a growing team as we expand our footprint across the nation.

If you are a high-integrity leader ready to scale people, processes, and performance in the most critical division of a fast-growing company, we want to talk to you.

Apply today and help us become the most trusted utility contractor in the nation.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Executive

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Business Development and Sales

• Industries

  Utility System Construction

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