About this opportunity
Ultimate Staffing lists this SVP of Operations (Underground Utility) opportunity in san diego, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Senior Vice President of Operations
Location: California
Required: Ability to be onsite in Irvine, CA approximately 3 times per month
Compensation: $320,000 - $350,000 Base Salary + Bonus + Potential Equity
About the Opportunity
Our client, a leading utility infrastructure and construction organization, is seeking a Senior Vice President of Operations to provide strategic and operational leadership across Northern and Southern California. This executive role is accountable for business performance, operational execution, financial results, safety, customer satisfaction, and long-term growth.
The ideal candidate will bring significant experience within underground utility, pipeline, gas distribution, water/sewer, fiber, or directional drilling construction operations and have a proven track record leading large-scale construction organizations.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
Drive profitable growth through disciplined project execution and customer-focused delivery.
Develop and execute short and long-term business strategies.
Support business development initiatives, partnerships, and growth opportunities.
Lead workforce planning, succession planning, and leadership development.
Foster a culture of safety, accountability, innovation, and operational excellence.
Operational Management
Provide executive oversight of large-scale utility construction operations.
Establish strategic priorities and hold operational leaders accountable for results.
Build and maintain strong relationships with employees, customers, construction partners, and key stakeholders.
Utilize KPIs and performance metrics to drive continuous improvement in safety, quality, efficiency, and profitability.
Oversee estimating, bidding, planning, project execution, and risk management activities.
Ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with contractual obligations.
Financial Leadership
Manage annual budgets, capital plans, and long-term forecasts.
Lead a business with $200M+ P&L responsibility.
Drive operational efficiency while maintaining safety, quality, and customer service standards.
Partner with executive leadership and finance teams to achieve growth and profitability objectives.
Qualifications
Required Experience
12+ years of progressive leadership experience within the construction industry.
5+ years in an executive-level operations leadership role.
Proven success managing large-scale construction operations and capital programs.
Experience leading organizations with $200M+ P&L responsibility.
Strong background in leadership development, operational improvement, and strategic planning.
Preferred Industry Background
Underground utility construction
Pipeline construction
Gas transmission and distribution
Directional drilling
Water and sewer infrastructure
Fiber infrastructure construction
Utility services and public works environments
Education
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
Key Skills
Construction Operations Leadership
P&L Management
Strategic Planning
Budgeting & Forecasting
Estimating & Project Controls
Risk Management
Contract Management
Leadership Development
Regulatory Compliance
Safety Leadership
Operational Excellence
Compensation & Benefits
Base Salary: $320,000 - $350,000
Discretionary Bonus
Potential Equity Opportunity for Exceptional Candidates
Executive Leadership Visibility and Impact
Opportunity to lead major utility infrastructure operations throughout California
Location Requirements: Candidates may reside anywhere in California; however, the selected executive must be available to travel and be onsite in Irvine, CA approximately three times per month .
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
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Worksite address
san diego, CA, 92189, US
Who can apply
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