VP of Field Operations (San Diego)

Neal Electric

Vice President of Field Operations

Position Summary

For over 40 years, Neal Electric has delivered high-quality electrical construction services throughout Southern California. As a union electrical contractor, Neal Electric has built its reputation on excellence, innovation, customer service, and the development of its people.

The Vice President of Field Operations serves as a key executive leader responsible for the overall performance of field operations, project execution, workforce management, safety, profitability, and operational strategy across all company projects and divisions. This position provides leadership General Superintendents, Superintendents, and field personnel while partnering closely with the President and executive leadership team.

The VP of Field Operations is responsible for ensuring projects are executed safely, efficiently, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with company quality standards while driving organizational growth, operational excellence, workforce development, and client satisfaction.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Executive Leadership

• Serve as a member of the executive leadership team and participate in company-wide strategic planning and decision-making.
• Develop, implement, and continually improve field operational policies, procedures, and performance standards.
• Establish field operational goals and key performance indicators aligned with company objectives.
• Lead organizational growth initiatives, process improvements, and operational excellence programs.
• Promote a culture focused on safety, accountability, teamwork, continuous improvement, and customer satisfaction.

Operations & Field Management

• Provide executive oversight of all field operations, construction activities, manpower planning, and project execution.
• Direct and support General Superintendents, General Foreman and field leadership personnel.
• Ensure all projects are properly staffed and resourced to achieve schedule, quality, and profitability objectives.
• Monitor labor productivity, material utilization, equipment resources, and overall project performance.
• Develop and oversee company-wide field operations standards and best practices.
• Manage workforce allocation across multiple projects and divisions to maximize efficiency and profitability.
• Support and supervise project startup activities, logistics planning, and execution strategies.
• · Support field training initiatives and workforce development programs.
• · Participate in PLA meetings and project startup activities.
• · Oversee company tool, fleet, equipment, and rental resource management.

Project Performance & Financial Management

• Maintain accountability for operational financial performance, project profitability, revenue growth, and margin achievement.
• Review project financial reports, budgets, forecasts, backlog reports, and work-in-progress schedules.
• Monitor project costs and identify opportunities to improve project performance and profitability.
• Ensure proper procurement procedures and resource allocation strategies are followed.
• Provide executive oversight of purchase approvals and expense management from the field.

Preconstruction & Project Delivery

• Partner with Preconstruction and Estimating teams to support project pursuits and operational planning.
• Assist in developing project execution plans, staffing models, logistics plans, schedules, and constructability reviews.
• Collaborate with field and project management teams to develop practical field solutions.
• Ensure thorough understanding and compliance with contract requirements and project specifications.
• Develop a Pre-Fab department for On-time delivery.

Workforce Development & Leadership

• Recruit, mentor, develop, and retain high-performing operational leaders.
• Establish and lead training programs for Superintendents, and emerging leaders.
• Partner with Human Resources in succession planning, performance evaluations, recruiting, and employee development initiatives.
• Foster a positive culture that supports employee engagement, professional growth, and accountability.
• Develop future leadership talent within the organization.

Contract Administration & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with all contractual obligations and project requirements.
• Monitor and mitigate operational, financial, legal, and contractual risks.
• Protect company interests regarding claims, change orders, collections, lien rights, and liability matters.
• Participate in the resolution of complex project issues, disputes, and startup challenges.
• Make sound business decisions that minimize risk and maximize project success.

Safety & Quality

• Champion a company-wide culture of safety excellence.
• Ensure all projects comply with company safety programs, OSHA regulations, and industry standards.
• Partner with the Safety Department to implement and continuously improve safety initiatives.
• Promote accident prevention, hazard awareness, and safe work practices throughout the organization.
• Maintain accountability for project quality standards and workmanship excellence.
• Monitor overall quantity and quality of work performed across all projects.

Client Relations & Business Development

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, general contractors, vendors, and industry partners.
• Participate in business development efforts and strategic growth initiatives.
• Support project procurement activities and target new business opportunities.
• Ensure exceptional customer service and client satisfaction throughout project execution.
• Represent the company professionally within the industry and community.

Qualifications

Required

• Minimum 15 years of progressively responsible experience in the commercial electrical construction industry.
• Minimum 10 years of leadership experience managing field operations, construction personnel, and large-scale commercial electrical projects.
• Proven success leading, Superintendents, and Field operational teams.
• Extensive experience managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong financial management skills, including budgeting, forecasting, job cost analysis, and profit optimization.
• Thorough knowledge of commercial electrical construction practices, labor management, scheduling, and project controls.

Preferred

• Preferred Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field.
• Completion of an accredited electrical apprenticeship program.
• At least 5-10 years of Superintendent experience.
• Experience in a union electrical contracting environment.
• OSHA 30 Certification.
• California Certified Electrician License.
• Experience with Accubid, Spectrum, Prolog, Primavera P6, and related construction management software.

Core Competencies

• Executive Leadership
• Strategic Planning
• Operational Excellence
• Field Operations Management
• Financial Management
• Project Delivery
• Workforce Development
• Construction Management
• Business Development
• Contract Administration
• Risk Management
• Resource Allocation
• Safety Leadership
• Client Relationship Management
• Negotiation & Conflict Resolution
• Organizational Development

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

• Ability to travel regularly between offices, project sites, and client meetings throughout the San Diego areas.
• Ability to work in both office and active construction site environments.
• Ability to conduct site walks and inspections on active commercial construction projects.
• Exposure to varying weather conditions, construction activities, and moderate to high noise levels.
• Valid California driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

This executive leadership role is responsible for ensuring Neal Electric's field operations consistently deliver safe, profitable, high-quality projects while supporting sustainable growth and maintaining the company's reputation for excellence in the electrical construction industry.

Working conditions consist of temperature-controlled buildings or offices, outside elements such as rain, cold, and heat when working with in open environments, driving from various locations or attending meetings, etc. Noise levels are moderate to loud depending on work location.

Neal Electric offers a very competitive pay and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance and 401k.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of the work performed by employees assigned to this position. This description assists in ADA compliance, and is not intended for any other purpose such as compensation. All employees must comply with company policies and applicable laws. Management retains the right to assign additional duties periodically and the discretion to add or change the duties of this position any time. Minorities and Females are encouraged to apply. Applicants are considered for]]> <