Alternative Energy, Budget Management, Budgeting, Business Administration, Business Practices, Calendar Management, Capacity Management, Capital Expenditure (CAPEX), Career Development, Continuous Improvement, Corrective Action, Cost Control, Cross-Functional, Diversity, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Electricity, Energy & Utilities, Explosives, Finance, Forecasting, Heavy Equipment/Vehicles, Industry Standards, Interpersonal Skills, Investment Strategy, Leadership, Lean Manufacturing, Lean Six Sigma, Logistics Management, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Analysis, Manufacturing Management, Manufacturing Operations, Manufacturing Systems, Mentoring, Operational Audit, Operational Improvement, Operational Support, Performance Analysis, Performance Metrics, Physical Demands, Process Improvement, Product Costing, Production Planning, Production Schedule, Productivity Management, Project/Program Management, Purchasing/Procurement, Quality Assurance, Quality Management, Regulatory Compliance, Resource Management, Safety Training, Strategic Planning, Succession Planning, Supply Chain, Sustainability, Talent Management, Team Player, Tool and Die Manufacturing, Willing to Travel
Every moment of every day, people around the world rely on the energy they access through infrastructure built by Quanta. Comprising the largest skilled-labor force in North America, our employees are highly skilled and innovative, continually working to connect people and power. We’re building the infrastructure that supports the energy transition, and there are more opportunities than ever to be part of our team. Join us and build your career building a brighter future.
Imagine what you could do here. We encourage, inspire, and support our people to seize opportunities in our corporate office and with hundreds of our operating companies worldwide that provide solutions for the utility, renewable energy, electric power, industrial, and communications industries.
Quanta actively promotes and maintains a culture of belonging where all employees can be themselves, live their values, and find opportunities to succeed. When you join our team, you join a dynamic organization in which career development is encouraged, excellence is rewarded, and diversity is prized. Come find out how our people power modern life.
About this Role:
Quanta Services is seeking a visionary and results-driven Vice President of Manufacturing to lead and optimize our manufacturing operations across multiple business units. This executive will be responsible for developing and executing manufacturing strategies that align with corporate goals, drive operational excellence, and support Quanta’s commitment to innovation, safety, and sustainability in the energy infrastructure sector.
What You'll Do:
- Develop and implement a comprehensive manufacturing strategy aligned with Quanta’s business objectives.
- Lead cross-functional initiatives to improve productivity, reduce costs, and enhance product quality.
- Drive innovation through adoption of advanced manufacturing technologies and lean principles.
- Oversee all manufacturing operations including production planning, scheduling, capacity management, and supply chain coordination.
- Ensure efficient resource allocation (equipment, labor, materials) to meet production targets and budget constraints.
- Monitor KPIs and operational metrics to assess performance and implement corrective actions.
- Quality & Compliance
- Establish and maintain robust quality assurance systems to meet industry and customer standards.
- Ensure compliance with all regulatory, environmental, and safety requirements.
- Promote a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.
- Build and lead a high-performing manufacturing leadership team.
- Foster a collaborative and accountable work environment.
- Mentor and develop talent to support succession planning and organizational growth.
- Develop and manage manufacturing budgets, forecasts, and capital expenditures.
- Identify cost-saving opportunities and efficiency improvements.
- Collaborate with finance and executive leadership on strategic investment decisions.
- Partner with engineering, procurement, logistics, and project management teams to ensure seamless execution of manufacturing goals.
- Serve as a key contributor to executive decision-making and strategic planning.
What You'll Bring:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s preferred).
- Minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in manufacturing leadership roles, preferably in energy, utilities, or infrastructure sectors.
- Proven track record of leading large-scale manufacturing operations and driving transformational change.
- Expertise in lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Strong financial acumen and experience managing multimillion-dollar budgets.
- Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Experience with ERP systems and manufacturing analytics tools.
- Commitment to safety, sustainability, and ethical business practices.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Supervises others: Yes
Has hiring and terminating responsibilities: Yes
Number of employees report to this job: 0 Subordinate Supervisory Employees, 0 Non-Supervisory Employees
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:
- Travels: Yes
- Percent of time: 30 - 40%
- Overnight required: N/A
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
If one-third of the time – “seldom” or “occasionally” If one-third to two-thirds of the time or more occasionally to frequently” If more than two-thirds of the time – “constantly”]
- Stationary Position - Seldom
- Pushing/Pulling/Reaching - Seldom
- Climb - Seldom
- Kneel - Seldom
- Grab - Seldom
- Bend - Seldom
- Lift/carry over - 10 - 30 LBS
- Vision - 20/20 Corrected Vision
- Hearing - Receive detailed information if spoken to
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Wet or Humid - Seldom
- Working near or on moving mechanical parts - Seldom
- Working near or on heavy machinery - Seldom
- Working in high places - Seldom
- Exposed to fumes or airborne particles - Seldom
- Exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals - N/A
- Frequency of working in outdoor weather conditions - Seldom
- Work with Electricity - Seldom
- Work with explosives - N/A
- Work on or near a source of radiation - N/A
- Loud noise conditions (above 87dB) - Seldom
- Other Environmental Factors, including weather conditions - N/A
Note: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, working conditions, physical demands, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
Quanta provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.