Senior Vice President, Operations

Company: William Charles Construction
Location: Saint Francis
Posted on: November 29, 2025

Job Description:

Overview: 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 MasTec’s 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 MasTec’s 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. MasTec’s Clean Energy & Infrastructure (CE&I) segment generates over $4 billion in annual revenue, providing construction services across industrial, renewables and infrastructure sectors. In 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 35,000 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). Responsibilities: 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. Qualifications: 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. Bachelor’s 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 MasTec’s 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 What's in it for You Financial Wellbeing Base compensation anticipated is $225,000 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 ceicareers@mastec.com. 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 Company's 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 MasTec's policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. 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