Vice President, Operations (CA)

Join us at the intersection of

INGENUITY & INCLUSION

About the Role

Infrastructure Engineering Inc. (IEI) is expanding its footprint, and we're seeking an inspiring, forward-thinking Vice President of Operations (VPOPS) to help lead the growth of our new Los Angeles Office. In this pivotal role, you will guide the implementation of IEI's market-growth strategy in Southern California, ensuring alignment with our firmwide business objectives and the unique opportunities of the LA region.

As VPOPS, you will serve as a key driver of business performance, partnering closely with leaders across Project Delivery, Business Development, Marketing, Human Resources, and Accounting. You will cultivate and strengthen client relationships, empower technical and office leadership in both business development and project execution, and represent IEI at industry organizations and community events. You will also collaborate with firm Principals to support strategic government relations initiatives.

With a focus on transportation and infrastructure, you will expand IEI's presence among leading public-sector partners, including LA County Public Works, LA Metro, Caltrans, and the City of Los Angeles, while elevating our brand and opening new avenues for growth. This role blends visionary oversight with hands-on leadership in pipeline development, pursuit strategy, and local market positioning.

Join us as we continue transforming the built environment through ingenuity - advancing IEI's mission to connect, inspire, and enrich the communities we serve and upholding our core values of Integrity, Excellence, and Ingenuity.

Essential Duties/Functions and Responsibilities:
• Provide strategic oversight and guidance across all technical disciplines to deliver high-quality project elements, including plans, specifications, permits, and reports.
• Uphold IEI's Quality Control standards across all projects, promoting accuracy, consistency, and engineering excellence.
• Confirm that project teams have all required agreements (contracts, NTPs, subconsultant agreements) in place before initiating services.
• Monitor scope, budget, and schedule to protect the firm from risk; communicate deviations promptly and proactively to clients and internal leadership.
• Provide oversight of teams in meeting client goals, anticipating challenges, and addressing issues that may affect successful delivery.
• Lead and support contract negotiations, collaborating with clients to develop clear scopes, fees, and schedules.
• Manage and mentor technical staff; partner with other office and discipline leaders to allocate resources and provide teams with what they need to succeed.
• Forecast local staffing needs and align them with available capacity across the firm, collaborating with leadership to balance workload, resource allocation, and hiring priorities.
• Provide regular updates to the Executive Vice President on office performance, key priorities, and emerging opportunities.
• Partner with the Executive Vice President and Human Resources on talent management, including hiring, performance reviews, recognition, development, and corrective actions.

Education and/or Experience:
• Bachelor's Degree in either Engineering, Marketing or Business from an accredited four-year college or university or approved equivalent required
• Professional Engineer (PE) License in CA required; PMP required; MA or MBA preferred
• Minimum 20+ years of experience, including prior Executive Leadership roles a must
• Ideally advanced level understanding of A/E/C Industry and Government Affairs is preferred
• Familiarity with Government Contracts; including experience in government work within LA County Public Works; LA Metro; CalTrans; City of LA Public Works

Knowledge and Skills:
• Proficiency with ERP and CRM platforms in a corporate or consulting environment (e.g., Deltek, Paycor); ability to leverage systems for operational and business insights.
• Strong command of the Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams.
• Advanced presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with internal teams, clients, and industry partners.

Other Qualifications:

* Active California Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Extensive experience in the AEC industry, including direct work with government agencies and public-sector contracts.
• Background in civil and/or structural engineering consulting highly desirable.
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 25%, including occasional overnight trips throughout the year.

Benefits and Perks

IEI offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employees' health, well-being, and financial stability throughout their careers. Our offerings include:
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) program with employer match and profit-sharing opportunities
• Paid vacation and personal time
• Paid parental leave
• Paid holidays
• Professional development and training programs
• Tuition reimbursement, conference attendance, and continued education support

Compensation: Salary Range: $190K - $320K

IEI provides a compensation range that reflects the company's good-faith estimate of what we may offer for this position. Actual compensation will be based on the selected candidate's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and geographic considerations. IEI reserves the right to offer compensation outside of the posted range and to provide additional benefits or incentives, consistent with all applicable local, state, and federal laws.


Working Conditions:
• A company vehicle is provided for fieldwork; a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record are required.
• Ability to navigate active construction sites, including walking on uneven terrain, climbing, and occasional lifting or moving of up to 50 pounds.
• Exposure at times to outdoor weather conditions, wet or humid environments, and typical construction-site hazards such as dust, fumes, chemicals, noise, vibration, and in-progress work areas.
• Occasionally, may require extended or irregular hours, including evenings or weekends, to support project demands or respond to unexpected field situations.
• Work is performed in both office and field environments, including time spent reviewing plans, reports, and project documentation.
• Standard schedule is typically a 40-hour workweek, with flexibility for day or night shifts depending on project needs.

Work Environment:

The work environment described here reflects the conditions employees may encounter while performing the essential functions of this role. Reasonable accommodations are available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

Employees will work both in office and outdoor construction environments, sometimes for extended periods, and in varying weather conditions. Office noise levels are generally moderate, while construction sites may be loud and require hearing protection.

Infrastructure Engineering Inc.(IEI) is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and full inclusion for individuals with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process, interview, or other recruitment activities, please contact our Human Resources department at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io.


Accommodations will be provided in accordance with applicable laws and our commitment to equal opportunity.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. at the time of hire. IEI is not able to sponsor or transfer employment Visas at this time.

Pay Range: $190,000 - $320,000 per year