Senior Vice President, Operations

William Charles Electric has an exciting opportunity in leadership! The Senior Vice President Operations (SVP Operations) provides strategic operational and financial leadership for William Charles Electric within MasTecs Infrastructure Union Division. Reporting directly to the General Manager of the Union Division this role is accountable for full P&L performance operational execution commercial outcomes and long-term business growth. The SVP Operations oversees field operations project delivery safety estimating alignment resource planning and cross-functional coordination to drive consistency margin performance customer satisfaction and operational discipline across all projects and regions.

The SVP ensures that operational practices align with MasTecs values union labor requirements safety standards and strategic objectives while fostering strong relationships with clients labor partners internal service lines and senior leadership.

This role will oversee a region that currently includes Illinois Missouri Arizona and Indiana. Preference to candidates within the region. Ability to be visible in our offices will be a key component for success. Relocation can be provided.

Company Overview

With more than a century of exceptional work on our resume William Charles Construction remains guided by the pursuit of excellence. Our Do it Right the First Time work ethic has been the cornerstone of our business philosophy since 1892. With our broad background in heavy civil construction environmental management and mining and materials production we have the expertise to help our customers complete their most complex projects.

MasTecs Clean Energy & Infrastructure (CE&I) segment generates over $4 billion in annual revenue providing construction services across industrial renewables and infrastructure infrastructure we specialize in general heavy civil construction underground utilities structures electrical work material production roadways bridges specialty pavement overlays environmental projects and commercial buildings. Sustainability and safety are foundational to our culture and influence everything we do.

MasTec a minority-owned Fortune 500 company has shaped the construction industry for more than 90 years. With over 35000 employees and 400 offices nationwide we provide flexibility and career growth in dynamic work environments.Join one of the largest construction firms in the country (Engineering News-Record ENR: #1 in Power #17 Top 50 Domestic Heavy Contractors #20 Transportation Contractor).

Operations

• Lead all operational aspects including project execution safety performance field operations production efficiency and quality.
• Ensure consistent delivery of projects on time on budget and within scope adhering to contract obligations and MasTec standards.
• Maintain full accountability for P&L performance including forecasting margin management budgeting cost control and commercial oversight.
• Oversee project management teams field leadership and support functions to ensure effective resource allocation staffing plans union workforce coordination and scheduling.
• Partner with Estimating Project Controls Finance HR and Safety to ensure alignment from bid through closeout.
• Conduct regular project reviews to evaluate schedule cost change orders productivity risk exposure and client satisfaction.
• Strengthen operational discipline through standardized processes KPIs operational playbooks and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations environmental requirements union agreements commercial terms and corporate policies.
• Support labor strategy including union relations contract interpretation and workforce forecasting.
• Oversee development and implementation of key initiatives and Standard Operating Procedures within the Department.

Business Development

• Develop and implement strategies that drive growth margin improvement operational efficiency and market expansion.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships support key account management and resolve escalated commercial or operational issues.
• Represent William Charles Electric in cross-service-line coordination internal committees and MasTec-wide initiatives.
• Establish credibility as an effective developer of solutions to business challenges.
• Provide technical and professional expertise to support departmental and market sector initiatives.

Leadership

• Lead and promote the Department to attract and retain top-performing talent.
• Champion a culture of safety collaboration accountability and continuous improvement.
• Inspire trust and ethical behavior by fostering integrity and respectful communication.
• Provide senior leadership to achieve departmental goals and maximize profitability across the market sector.
• Coach and mentor team members to enhance leadership skills and build a cohesive high-performing team.
• Evaluate departmental structure and implement improvements for efficiency effectiveness and professional growth opportunities.
• Prepare and present operational performance reports and recommendations to senior leadership.
• Promote positive solutions-oriented communication across all levels.

• 12-15 years of progressive and senior leadership experience in utility/electrical construction heavy civil infrastructure or related industries.
• Experience in a senior leadership role in the engineering construction or related industry
• Proven track record leading large-scale construction operations with direct responsibility for P&L project delivery safety and customer relationships.
• Bachelors degree required; advanced degree (MBA Engineering Construction Management or related field) preferred.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Operational Expertise: Deep experience in operational leadership project and commercial management and union labor environments including oversight of large union craft workforces.
• Financial Acumen: Strong proficiency in forecasting budgeting cost control and margin management.
• Leadership & Team Development: Skilled in building high-performing teams coaching mentoring and developing future leaders.
• Strategic & Analytical Skills: Ability to develop business strategies manage complex projects and drive continuous improvement initiatives with a practical execution mindset.
• Labor Relations: Ability to interpret and apply collective bargaining agreements and navigate union labor dynamics.
• Communication & Relationship Management: Exceptional communication stakeholder engagement and client relationship-building skills.
• Technical Proficiency: Proficient in project management systems operational dashboards and collaboration platforms; strong systems aptitude.
• Commitment to Excellence: Demonstrated dedication to safety quality operational excellence and MasTecs core values.
• Personal Attributes: Highly resilient decisive adaptable and capable of leading through complexity and change; able to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Travel: Ability to travel up to 50%.

Working Environment:

• When visiting jobsites the work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks which require following basic safety precautions
• This work environment may involve moderate exposure to unusual elements such as extreme temperatures dirt dust fumes smoke unpleasant odors and/or loud noises

Whats in it for You

Financial Wellbeing

• Base compensation anticipated is $225000 commensurate with experience
• 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)

Health & Wellness

• Medical Dental and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse domestic partner and children
• Diabetes Management Telehealth Coverage Prescription Drug Plan Pet Insurance Weight Management Drug Discount

• Discounted National Gym Membership Network

Family & Lifestyle

• Paid Time Off Paid Holidays Bereavement Leave
• Military Leave including Benefits Continuation
• Employee Assistance Program

Planning for the Unexpected

• 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

Position may be subject to pre-employment screening which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need accommodation as part of the employment process contact Due to the high volume of applications received we are unable to respond to individual requests regarding application status. Please log into your candidate profile for up-to-date information.

MasTec Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Companys policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race color sex sexual orientation gender identity religion national origin age disability genetic information military status or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal state or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasTecs policy to comply with all applicable state federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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