Vice President of Construction - Water/Wastewater

Key Responsibilities

• Provide executive leadership and strategic direction for water and wastewater construction operations
• Oversee successful project execution from preconstruction through closeout
• Lead Project Managers, Superintendents, and construction leadership teams
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to high quality standards
• Drive operational performance across project delivery, staffing, scheduling, profitability, and resource planning
• Review and approve project budgets, schedules, contracting strategies, risk assessments, and resource plans
• Develop and implement strategies to support revenue growth, profitability, and market expansion
• Partner with estimating and business development teams on strategic pursuits and new opportunities
• Serve as an executive sponsor for major projects and important client accounts
• Champion a culture of safety, accountability, quality, and operational discipline
• Lead workforce planning, succession planning, talent development, and retention efforts
• Evaluate and implement process improvements, construction technologies, and operational best practices
• Collaborate with finance and senior leadership on annual budgets, forecasting, and long-range planning

What They're Looking For

• 15+ years of progressive construction leadership experience
• Significant experience with water and wastewater treatment facility construction
• Strong background overseeing Project Managers, Superintendents, field teams, and construction operations
• Proven ability to manage multiple departments, project teams, and operational priorities
• Strong understanding of budgets, schedules, contracts, risk management, and project controls
• Able to lead through conflict, make sound decisions under pressure, and drive accountability
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact with owners, boards, executives, clients, and field teams
• Valid driver's license required
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field preferred

Ideal Candidate Profile

• A senior construction leader who understands both the field and the business side of construction
• Someone who can mentor strong PMs and Superintendents while still holding them accountable
• A strategic thinker who can improve systems, develop people, and support company growth
• A respected leader who builds trust with clients, engineers, internal teams, and trade partners
• Someone who thrives in a specialized infrastructure environment where safety, quality, and execution matter

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Executive-level role with major influence over construction operations and company direction
• Opportunity to lead meaningful infrastructure projects that support clean water, wastewater treatment, and public health
• Strong platform for a senior leader who wants ownership, visibility, and long-term impact
• Ability to shape teams, improve systems, and drive operational excellence
• A stable, specialized contractor with a strong reputation in essential infrastructure work
• Competitive Salary and ESOP program