Vice President of Operations - Electrical Construction (Mission Critical Focus)
Location: Phoenix, AZ Area
Compensation: base salary + performance bonus + executive incentive plan (total comp potential significantly higher based on company performance and profitability)
Position Overview
A growing electrical construction organization is seeking a Vice President of Operations to join its executive leadership team. This role is responsible for overseeing all core operational functions including project management, field operations, procurement, and virtual designconstruction (VDC).
The ideal candidate will bring deep experience in electrical construction, particularly within mission-critical and data center environments, and will play a key role in scaling operations, improving execution standards, and driving profitability across all projects.
This leader will be responsible for building high-performing teams, improving operational systems, and ensuring consistent delivery of safe, high-quality, and profitable projects.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead and develop all operational departments including project management, field operations, procurement, and VDC
- Build, mentor, and retain a high-performing leadership and field execution team with strong accountability standards
- Oversee full project lifecycle execution from preconstruction through closeout, ensuring schedule adherence, budget control, and quality standards
- Drive operational excellence across mission-critical data center projects, supporting repeat business and expanded client relationships
- Ensure all projects meet or exceed safety, quality, and compliance requirements at both company and industry levels
- Establish and refine operational processes to improve efficiency, productivity, and overall profitability
- Maintain strong customer relationships and ensure high levels of client satisfaction across all active projects
- Quickly identify and resolve operational or project-related issues to prevent delays or cost overruns
- Collaborate with executive leadership on strategic planning, forecasting, and long-term growth initiatives
- Strengthen vendor and subcontractor relationships to support project success and operational stability
- Promote a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and safety throughout the organization
- Ensure consistent alignment between field execution and corporate objectives
Qualifications
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Minimum 10+ years of experience in electrical construction
- Proven leadership experience in a senior operations or executive-level role
- Direct experience with mission-critical / data center construction projects strongly required
- Deep understanding of project management, field operations, procurement, and VDC processes
- Demonstrated ability to lead, manage, and scale technical and field teams
- Strong background in operational planning, execution, and performance optimization
- Proven track record of delivering profitable projects on time and within budget
- Exceptional leadership, communication, and organizational skills
- Strong problem-solving ability with experience managing complex construction challenges
- Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with clients, vendors, and subcontractors
- High level of accountability with a focus on safety, quality, and customer satisfaction
What We Offer
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Executive-level compensation package with performance-based bonus structure
- Long-term incentive opportunities tied to company performance
- Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plan options
- Opportunity to lead operations for a growing organization with strong market positioning in mission-critical construction
- High-impact leadership role with direct influence on company strategy and growth
Ideal Candidate Profile
This is a strategic leadership role for a proven operations executive who thrives in high-performance construction environments. The right candidate will bring structure, accountability, and execution discipline while also being able to scale teams and operations in a growing organization focused on complex, high-value electrical projects.
