Vice President, Operations

Hill International is seeking a Vice President-Operations in Phoenix, Arizona

The Vice President-Operations will hold a strategic leadership role, responsible for driving the vision, operational efficiency, team culture and organizational success for the Southwest Area.
You would be responsible for program and construction management projects with both public and private clients.
Projects include a variety of infrastructure such as transportation (rail transit, airport, road and bridge) water/wastewater, higher education, municipal, healthcare facilities, mission critical, and federal government (GSA DOE DOD USACE).
Reporting directly to the Senior Vice President-Western Region, you will work closely with the other operational leaders in the region to drive cross-functional alignment and achieve objectives and goals.

To thrive in this role, you must be a collaborative, entrepreneurial leader, skilled negotiator, and dynamic brand ambassador, with a proven track record driving market expansion, a passion for building team culture and client and community engagement, and excellent problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

Operations Leadership:

Manage and direct the profitability of the Southwest area, including Arizona, Utah, Colorado, and New Mexico toward its primary objectives based on long-term growth and development
Manage all Area operations including strategic planning and department budget
Develop, track and manage annual budget for the Area
Guide, authorize, and implement the major plans and procedures consistent with the goals of the company
Strategic Development:
Support business development efforts through opportunity identification, client relationship development, developing pursuit strategy and executing on proposal efforts
Build partnerships and lead collaborative discussions with external audiences, including working flexibly and creatively with a diverse cross-section of clients/potential clients, subcontractors, and industry professionals
Provide project oversight to ensure excellent service to our clients
Participate in professional and community organizations that enhance the exposure and goals of the company
Talent Leadership and Development:
Manage, develop and strengthen a team of 40+ professional staff in the Southwest Area
Meet with employees and create performance goals, provide coaching, mentoring and training opportunities
Recruit and hire staff that augment the pursuit of the strategic goals for the Area
Cross-functional Collaboration:
Effectively communicate and collaborate with internal support groups including, but not limited to, Human Resources, Finance and Accounting, IT, and Legal departments
Coordinate with adjacent business units within the Western Region on shared resources and new business pursuits
Qualifications Bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture, or construction from an accredited college or university, graduate degree a plus
15+ years of experience in the architectural/engineering/construction industry, with preference for experience with project management/construction management as a service
Must have experience with local AEC clients in Arizona/Southwest
Experience in business development leadership, including lead identification, pursuit strategy, and proposal execution
Must have hands-on experience managing a major business unit
Experience in growing operation and capturing market share
Strong communication skills with the ability to influence teams at all levels and clearly articulate goals, priorities and opportunities for improvement
Proven leadership and management skills, with the ability to effectively lead and inspire project teams to deliver successful client and project outcomes
Strong decision-making skills and the ability to asses a complex assortment of facts and interpersonal dynamics, understand the companies current state and goals and choose the best choice of action
Strong ability to negotiate with clients to align contracts and team deliverables with company goals and profitability targets
Comfort engaging with and influencing public officials
Strong ability to qualify business opportunities ensuring that all proposals are competitive and aligned with the company's strengths and capabilities
Providing thought leadership on developing a comprehensive sales strategy to target new clients /open up new lines of business
Collaborate with business development to strengthen the company's brand presence and promote the business to potential clients

Depending upon your employment status, Hill's comprehensive benefits may include, Medical, Dental, Vision, Employer Paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurances, Business Travel Accident Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Commuter Benefits, Legal Assistance, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Auto & Home Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Voluntary Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance.
Paid Time Off (PTO), Holidays, 401(K) Retirement Savings Plan, Employee Referral Program, Professional Certification Incentive Program, Hill University Learning and Development, Tuition Reimbursement, EAP, Years of Service Awards Program.

About Us

Hill International, with more than 3,800 professionals in over 100 offices worldwide, provides program management, project management, construction management, project management oversight, advisory, facilities management, and other consulting services to clients in a variety of market sectors.
Engineering News-Record magazine recently ranked Hill as one of the largest program management firms in the world.
For more information on Hill, please visit our website at ***.

Hill is exclusively a program, project, and construction management provider, meaning we have one focus as a company:
protecting client interests.
Free of any potential conflicts, our entire business is geared towards helping clients achieve their desired outcomes.
We are dedicated to exceeding expectations throughout the entire construction project lifecycle and adapt to the needs of each assignment to develop tailored approaches and solutions to meet those needs.

Hill is a proud member of the Global Infrastructure Solutions, Inc.
family of companies.
Learn more about GISI at ***.

Hill International is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Minority/Female/Veteran/Disabled

Note:
This job description is intended to provide an indication of the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions to be carried out as part of fulfilling the role mentioned in the job title.
Various other duties as required.

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