Vice President of Operations

Leadership Opportunity With A Top Civil Contractor In NJ!

My client is a top civil contractor in NJ with a history for delivering high quality projects to both public and private clients in the civil utility market throughout NJ.

Job Description

• Lead and oversee company-wide operations, processes, and team performance
• Standardize workflows, budgets, staffing, scheduling, and resource management
• Set strategy, KPIs, and drive execution to support growth and profitability
• Establish and enforce SOPs, safety, and compliance standards
• Drive operational excellence through data analysis, reporting, and continuous improvement
• Ensure clear communication, alignment, and meeting cadence across teams
• Collaborate cross-functionally with finance, HR, construction, and other departments
• Develop, mentor, and scale high-performing teams (hiring, training, performance management)
• Monitor operational performance, identify risks/opportunities, and implement improvements

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.

The Successful Applicant

• Proven senior operations leader in construction (ideally managing large, multi-team organizations ~300+ people)
• Strong operator who can balance daily execution with long-term strategic growth
• Highly organized, data-driven decision-maker with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Experienced in building scalable processes, KPIs, and operational systems
• Effective communicator and collaborator across all levels and departments
• Skilled in people leadership: hiring, coaching, developing, and retaining high-performing teams
• Comfortable managing complexity, risk, and fast-paced environments with multiple priorities
• Technically proficient with strong attention to detail and operational execution
• Change-oriented leader who brings new ideas and drives continuous improvement
• High emotional intelligence with strong leadership presence, accountability, and cultural alignment

What's On Offer

• Competitive annual salary ranging from $200,000 to $250000 USD.
• Bonus tied to performance metrics.
• Comprehensive benefits package, details to be disclosed upon offer.
• Opportunity to work in a leadership role within the property industry.
• Professional growth and development opportunities within a small-sized organization.
• Collaborative work environment focused on quality and client satisfaction.

If you are ready to take on a leadership role in the construction department within the property industry, we encourage you to apply and join a company committed to excellence.

Contact Joseph Fox Quote job ref JN-062026-7034899

Job Summary

• Sector: Construction
• Sub Sector: Construction Director
• Industry: Property
• Location: Bergenfield
• Contract Type: Permanent