VP of Operations

Job Title: VP of Operations

Reports to: ECS SVP of Electrical Operations, Acting CEO

Location: Los Alamitos, CA

FLSA Status: Full-Time / Exempt

KDC Inc., (formerly known as Dynalectric L.A.), provides award-winning, high-performance electrical construction solutions for a broad range of industrial and commercial markets including healthcare, transportation, manufacturing, pharmaceutical, energy production, food processing, and more. KDC Inc. upholds a commitment to clients and employees that endures: “Mission First, People Always.”

Position Description. The VP of Operations is a key player in the leadership of KDC Inc., a subsidiary of publicly traded EMCOR Group, Inc., and is located in Los Alamitos, CA. The position is responsible for overseeing and managing operations within assigned divisions of the company, by providing oversight, direction and support to the division managers and their teams, for ensuring all are informed about business activities, performance, opportunities and recommended courses of action, and for advising the Acting CEO, or other executives, of any issues that relate and impact the operations of the company.

The VP of Operations is part of the Executive team responsible for the development, design, operation, and improvement of the systems that create and deliver KDC systems and services and for leading appropriate change initiatives, as needed. The VP of Operations communicates and stresses KDC Inc.’s Values and Safety culture through all operations and systems so that it infiltrates business leaders and employee’s actions.

Leadership Responsibilities

The VP of Operations is responsible for managing, directing and leading the Commercial, Transportation, Service/Special Projects, Estimating, and Industrial Controls department personnel. The VP of Operations has key responsibilities in the development of all processes and person within all divisions of the company.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Identify opportunities and areas for improvement within each area of responsibility and improve the operational systems, processes and policies in support of organizational missions by building a culture that demands increased efficiencies and customer satisfaction.
• Lead assigned divisions and team to evaluate and take actions that are consistent with the overall company strategy, setting performance goals that are tailored to each Division, to challenge basic assumptions underlying each Division’s operations and set operational goals, that are aggressive, yet obtainable, and tied to long-term goals of the company.
• Lead Division Managers and their Project Managers through monthly project status/project reviews (WIP), assisting in the preparation and analysis efforts, to identify and understand any areas of concern or interest. Assist in the development of key performance indicators for benchmarking, analyzing and planning.
• Monitor Divisions, departments and personnel performance against expectations and goals to ensure progress is being made, and if necessary, develop remediation plans to bridge any gaps.
• Develop and drive operation and divisional meetings to promote open, honest and collaborative communication practices, including setting goals and expectation for the meetings, as well as planning and assisting in the meeting content.
• Actively partner with executive team to orchestrate and promote overall community involvement throughout the company, at all levels, that align with the goals and values of KDC Inc. Actively work with different groups (i.e., Business Development) to monitor activities and evaluate additional opportunities.
• Engage in continuous efforts to optimize customer satisfaction/loyalty through improved operations and efficiencies, employee training and engagement, technological or business opportunities, etc.
• Comply with all Company operating policies, procedures, and safety programs as established.
• Perform additional assignments as required by the needs of the company or as directed by executives.

QUALIFICATIONS. To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Preferred Education and Experience (Knowledge)

• Minimum 6-10 years’ progressive experience in project management or operations, sales or marketing in the Construction Industry or with an Electrical Contractor
• Undergraduate degree, preferably in Business, Finance, Engineering or similar Degree
• Knowledge of the construction industry and contract documentation
• Working knowledge of federal, state, and city regulations and guidelines

Required Attributes and Competencies (Skills)

• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook and Excel formulas and formatting
• Familiarity with Windows based operating systems and web based applications, include ERP systems or other construction/financial software packages
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, and other electrical, technical, or construction programs
• Must demonstrate integrity, honesty, professionalism and commitment to company values
• Must have ability to build positive working relationships with multiple levels of employees, management, suppliers, and customers
• Must have excellent organizational, communication, strategic, technical, analytical, problem solving, and multi-tasking skills
• Must demonstrate ability to effectively organize and manage multiple projects and to meet frequent deadlines
• Must have high standards of quality with attention to detail
• Must possess excellent written and verbal communications skills, effectively in the English language

Physical Requirements (Ability)

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, see, talk, and hear. The employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is regularly required to walk, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to twenty-five (25) pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

The employee may be required to commute to field locations and project sites and be able to navigate around the job site locations.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee should expect to sit for long periods in front of a computer and also travel to field locations as needed.

While visiting field locations, the employee may be required to work outdoors, be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical and electrical parts; high, precarious places; dust, fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions, extended exposure to sunlight; cold and heat; risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

We offer our employees a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package and are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Compensation Range: $200-225k/year

Other Compensation: Bonus eligible

Benefits: As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, EMCOR Group is committed to its employees. This commitment is embodied in our competitive benefits package, which includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability income, an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401(k) Savings Plans, and employee assistance and wellness programs.