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 design & construction (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
- 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
- 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
- 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.