Vice President of Construction

Role Description

Are you a visionary leader driven by purpose and passionate about shaping the future of renewable energy? We’re seeking an inspiring and strategic Vice President of Construction – Solar Division to lead with innovation, cultivate a thriving team culture, and champion employee growth and development.

In this pivotal role, you’ll provide both strategic and operational leadership for our solar construction division. You’ll be responsible for:

• Driving excellence in project execution
• Unlocking new revenue opportunities
• Optimizing performance across all construction activities
• Fostering an environment where people feel empowered, valued, and inspired to grow

If you’re ready to lead with vision, elevate teams, and make a lasting impact in clean energy infrastructure, we want to hear from you.

This is a remote position, which can be based anywhere in the U.S. with up to 50% travel. This position supports our solar projects across the United States.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the overall direction, coordination and evaluation of the division
• Interviewing and training employees, planning, assigning, and directing work
• Appraising performance, rewarding and disciplining employees, addressing complaints and resolving problems
• Lead, promote and comply with all Company safety policies and procedures
• Develop the strategic plan for the business unit and ensure its implementation
• Responsible for the overall profitability of the division
• Achieve client satisfaction goals as put forth in the strategic plan
• Effective hiring, training and retention of employees within the division
• Overall relationship with key vendors, owners and clients
• Confer with Safety Director on any jobsite safety issues
• Hold senior divisional management accountable to resolve all conflicts
• Interface with all staff to maintain an open line of communication and reporting
• Manage and supervise the teams who direct Project Managers and Field Superintendents
• Correlate team member’s new ideas and help in implementing new policies and procedures
• Confer with SVP/EVP/President and other management personnel on business continuity and succession planning
• Serve as member of the Executive team, attending all executive staff meetings
• Attend trade shows and conferences on management and construction topics
• Visit jobsites on an ongoing basis as needed
• Other duties as requested by the SVP/EVP/President

Qualifications

• 15 years of construction experience in large industrial construction companies or similar/related industries (renewables construction, electrical construction, vertical construction)
• Previous experience in renewable energy/EPC Construction preferred
• Bachelor's degree (B. S.) in Construction Management, Engineering, or related major or equivalent combination of education and experience

Requirements

• Take reasonable care of your own and others’ health and safety
• Deep understanding of strategic planning, organizational development, and operational excellence within the construction and renewable energy sectors
• Expertise in building high-performing teams and fostering inclusive workplace cultures
• Firm grasp of financial management, risk mitigation, and regulatory compliance in large-scale infrastructure projects
• Visionary leadership with the ability to inspire, influence, and align cross-functional teams
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficient in change management, conflict resolution, and coaching for performance and career development
• Ability to cultivate a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement
• Ability to mentor and develop emerging leaders
• Ability to translate strategic vision into actionable plans
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel, Primavera, Viewpoint and Construction Software

Benefits

• Compensation $200,000-$280,000 / year, commensurate with experience
• Annual Incentive Program (AIP)
• Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase
• 401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)
• IT work equipment including work cell phone or reimbursement & monthly internet allowance
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice)
• Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance, Weight Management Drug Discount
• Discounted National Gym Membership Network
• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave
• Military Leave, including Differential Pay and Benefits Continuation
• Employee Assistance Program
• Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment
• Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage
• Emergency Travel Assistance Program
• Group legal plan