Vice President of Construction Operations

Our client is seeking a Vice President of Construction Operations / Project Executive to lead construction operations, drive project execution excellence, and serve as a key strategic partner to ownership. This is an ideal opportunity for a seasoned construction leader who wants to leverage decades of experience to influence company growth, strengthen teams, and leave a lasting legacy within a highly respected organization.

Client Details

Our client is a well-established commercial construction firm known for delivering complex projects and maintaining long-standing relationships with clients throughout New England. The company combines the resources and expertise needed to execute challenging work with the agility and family-oriented culture of a smaller organization where leadership has a direct impact.

Description

• Provide executive leadership for all construction operations, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on schedule, and within budget.
• Partner directly with company ownership to develop and execute operational strategies that support continued growth and profitability.
• Oversee project teams, including project managers, superintendents, and field leadership, while fostering accountability and collaboration.
• Mentor and develop construction leadership talent across the organization.
• Drive operational excellence through process improvement, resource planning, and performance management.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and industry partners.
• Monitor project performance and proactively address operational challenges.
• Support business development efforts by providing operational insight during project pursuits and client meetings.
• Champion best practices in project execution, risk management, and quality control.
• Utilize Procore and related construction technologies to improve visibility, communication, and project outcomes.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

Profile

A successful Vice President of Construction Operations should have:

• Extensive leadership experience within commercial construction, general contracting, or construction management environments.
• Proven success managing multiple projects, teams, and operational functions.
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership capabilities.
• Experience developing and mentoring project and field personnel.
• Working knowledge of Procore.
• Ability to commute to the Devens, MA area on a full-time, onsite basis.
• Executive presence with the ability to partner directly with ownership and senior stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with a large, well-established construction organization and a desire to make a greater impact within a smaller company environment.
• Background in a Project Executive, Vice President, Operations Executive, or similar leadership role.
• Established network and reputation within the New England construction market.
• Candidates in the later stages of their careers seeking a long-term leadership opportunity with approximately 5 years remaining before retirement are strongly encouraged to apply.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from $175,000 to $200,000 annually.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Direct access to ownership and the ability to influence company strategy.
• Opportunity to leave a lasting legacy within a respected construction organization.
• Flexible structure for the right candidate, including potential four-day work weeks.
• Attractive executive-level compensation package with company vehicle, fuel allowance, 401(k), and benefits.
• Succession opportunity created by the upcoming retirement of a long-tenured Project Executive, providing a clear path to making an immediate impact.

Interested? Apply today.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.