Vice President of Construction - Water/Wastewater
Vice President of Construction Services - Water / Wastewater Infrastructure
Location: New England Region
Employment Type: Full-Time | Executive Leadership
Compensation
Base Salary: $175,000 - $275,000+, depending on experience
Executive-level compensation package with long-term growth opportunity
Role Overview
A well-established contractor specializing in complex water and wastewater infrastructure is seeking a Vice President of Construction Services to lead construction operations across the organization. This is a senior executive leadership role responsible for overseeing project delivery, operational performance, team development, client relationships, and long-term growth strategy.
The ideal candidate will bring deep experience in water and wastewater treatment facility construction, strong leadership ability, and a proven track record of managing people, projects, budgets, and client relationships at a high level.
This is an opportunity for a construction executive who wants to take ownership of a major operational function, build and mentor high-performing teams, and help guide the continued success of a respected infrastructure contractor.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide executive leadership and strategic direction for water and wastewater construction operations
- Oversee successful project execution from preconstruction through closeout
- Lead Project Managers, Superintendents, and construction leadership teams
- Ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to high quality standards
- Drive operational performance across project delivery, staffing, scheduling, profitability, and resource planning
- Review and approve project budgets, schedules, contracting strategies, risk assessments, and resource plans
- Develop and implement strategies to support revenue growth, profitability, and market expansion
- Partner with estimating and business development teams on strategic pursuits and new opportunities
- Build and maintain strong relationships with municipal clients, consultants, regulatory agencies, subcontractors, and key stakeholders
- Serve as an executive sponsor for major projects and important client accounts
- Champion a culture of safety, accountability, quality, and operational discipline
- Lead workforce planning, succession planning, talent development, and retention efforts
- Evaluate and implement process improvements, construction technologies, and operational best practices
- Collaborate with finance and senior leadership on annual budgets, forecasting, and long-range planning
What They're Looking For
- 15+ years of progressive construction leadership experience
- Significant experience with water and wastewater treatment facility construction
- Strong background overseeing Project Managers, Superintendents, field teams, and construction operations
- Proven ability to manage multiple departments, project teams, and operational priorities
- Strong understanding of budgets, schedules, contracts, risk management, and project controls
- Ability to lead through conflict, make sound decisions under pressure, and drive accountability
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact with owners, boards, executives, clients, and field teams
- Valid driver's license required
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field preferred
Ideal Candidate Profile
- A senior construction leader who understands both the field and the business side of construction
- Someone who can mentor strong PMs and Superintendents while still holding them accountable
- A strategic thinker who can improve systems, develop people, and support company growth
- A respected leader who builds trust with clients, engineers, internal teams, and trade partners
- Someone who thrives in a specialized infrastructure environment where safety, quality, and execution matter
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
- Executive-level role with major influence over construction operations and company direction
- Opportunity to lead meaningful infrastructure projects that support clean water, wastewater treatment, and public health
- Strong platform for a senior leader who wants ownership, visibility, and long-term impact
- Ability to shape teams, improve systems, and drive operational excellence
- Stable, specialized contractor with a strong reputation in essential infrastructure work
- Competitve Salary and ESOP program
If you are interested in this opportunity don't hesitate to apply!
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