Director Operations Management

Discover a more connected career

VCI Construction is a premier Southwest telecommunications and utility contractor,
specializing in the design, construction, and maintenance of essential infrastructure,
including fiber optic and wireless networks. With a commitment to safety, quality, and
innovation, we provide end-to-end solutions for major service providers across the
region. Our team of over 600 employees is dedicated to connecting communities and
exceeding customer expectations.

Connecting you to great benefits

• Weekly Paychecks
• Paid Time Off, Parental Leave, and Holidays
• Insurance (including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, life insurance)
• 401(k) w/ Company Match
• Stock Purchase Plan
• Education Reimbursement
• Legal Insurance
• Discounts on gym memberships, pet insurance, and much more!

What you’ll do

• Operational Leadership: Provide leadership, direction, and guidance for all construction operations, project management, design & engineering, and field crews across multiple markets.
• Strategic Planning: Develop and implement effective construction management strategies, operational policies, and best practices to increase productivity and achieve project delivery goals.
• Financial Oversight: Monitor budgets, review financial information, manage job costing, and optimize resource allocation to maximize profitability and identify cost savings.
• Project Management: Oversee the construction backlog and ensure project managers deliver complex network construction and utility projects on schedule, within budget, and to high-quality standards.
• Safety & Quality Assurance: Integrate and enforce robust safety practices and quality standards across all operational activities, ensuring full compliance with OSHA, regulatory, and environmental standards.
• Team & Talent Management: Collaborate with Human Resources to develop job descriptions, hire, mentor, and train competent personnel, fostering a high-performance, people-first culture.
• Vendor & Subcontractor Management: Manage vendor relationships and supply agreements, overseeing procurement, inventory control, and ensuring subcontractor compliance and quality of work.
• Customer & Stakeholder Relations: Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, vendors, and partners, ensuring high levels of satisfaction and identifying opportunities for long-term collaboration.

What you’ll need

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field (MSc/MA a plus).
• Minimum of 10 years of experience at an operations leadership level, with significant experience in the construction or telecommunications industry strongly preferred.
• Proven experience managing large field teams and multiple departments/locations.
• In-depth knowledge of diverse business functions and principles (e.g., supply chain, finance, HR, project management).
• Strong analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data and performance metrics.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with strong leadership and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and relevant construction/inventory management software (e.g., ERP, project management tools).
• Ability to travel to field offices and project sites as needed.