VP of Gulf Coast Ops

Houston, TX, United States

About Us

Discover your future at Forgen!

At Forgen, we are committed to building a strong team of amazing people. When you join our team, you open the door to unlimited growth potential and the support of professionals across the country who want to see you succeed. Today, we excel in complex geotechnical and environmental construction services that restore and strengthen our natural surroundings to protect people, communities, and the environment for generations to come. With employees supporting meaningful projects across the United States and Canada, our impact on future generations is only getting started. Whether you’re looking to jumpstart your career in the environmental construction industry or a seasoned professional looking to fill one of our open management positions, we invite you to discover your future with Forgen.

Location: Houston, Texas

Employment Type: Full-Time, Regular, Exempt

Manager Position: Yes

Reports To: SVP Operations or delegate

Travel: Up to 50%

Summary Of Functions

Directs and coordinates activities of regional site civil, geotechnical, environmental and foundation projects and programs; maintains and enhances Forgen business relationships. This position includes business development, project oversight and management, execution responsibilities, and internally facing program development activities. This role provides the opportunity for leveraging leadership experience, subject matter expertise, and program development skills to expand relationships with new and existing clients. The VP of Gulf Coast Operations directs the development of proposals and the execution of projects while growing a sustainable and profitable regional service line of business. This role manages each project assigned according to Forgen’s corporate philosophy of safe, quality production while securing the most favorable economic outcome for Forgen.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Embrace Forgen’s Core Values in all aspects of the job.

Lead, Manage and be Accountable (LMA) for their direct reports.

Perform the roles and responsibilities for VP of Gulf Coast Operations as listed on the Accountability Chart.

Responsible for driving a safety culture which promotes Incident and Injury Free Performance.

Direct responsibility for the success of a portfolio of site civil, geotechnical, environmental and foundation projects and the performance of project directors, project managers, engineers, and other professionals under their supervision.

Develop, refine, and advance the overall business growth strategy for the regional service line by evaluating market opportunities, technologies, and internal capabilities to position the company for predictable and profitable growth.

Assist in maximizing the company’s overall operating performance and achievement of financial goals, including P&L, annual business plan development, forecasting, financial performance, and project performance.

Drive business development and project execution through collaborative engagement across all Forgen’s regions and lines of business.

Provide technical expertise, i.e., interpretation of drawings, recommending construction methods and equipment, etc. as required, including advisement on potential key investment or capital expenditures, new technologies or industry practices.

Perform additional assignments as directed.

Experience/Education

BS, Civil Engineering, Construction Management or equivalent required.

Minimum of 15 years of experience in heavy civil construction, with a focus on large-scale projects.

Experience in a construction environment which demands outstanding safety performance. Experience includes private sector, site development, foundations/pilings, and concrete.

Experience in a leadership role with P&L accountability ($25 mil + annual revenue).

Experience leading and developing a high-performing team of professionals.

Experienced in business development, leading capture teams and overseeing estimate and proposal development.

Valid Driver’s License and ability to drive on behalf of company business.

Company will provide additional training, as necessary.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Highly motivated, with a demonstrated passion for excellence and taking initiative.

Strong commitment to internal client service, recognizing you will get requests for support from various departments/groups within the company.

Strong work ethic, willing to do what it takes to get the job done right the first time.

Demonstrated ability to multi-task, meet deadlines, and take on new responsibilities in a high-volume environment.

Team player with the ability to work independently to meet deadlines, goals, and objectives.

Strong organization, time management, and attention to detail.

Excellent computer skills including knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office, Outlook, and Excel.

Above average oral and written communication skills, leadership skills, along with creativity applied to resolution of issues.

Highly proactive and responsive to internal and external customers.

Proactive research skills used in seeking out opportunities to advance and improve the organization.

Ability to exercise independent judgment and advise project leadership on complex issues.

Good problem-solving skills/decision-making skills.

Ability to leverage data and analytics to develop solutions to complex problems.

Program vision oriented resulting in sustainable value and performance.

Strategic Partnering/Interpersonal Savvy and Integrity.

Ability to establish and maintain strong credible relationships with leaders and leverage these relationships to lead change and influence culture.

Anticipates conflict and plans accordingly, persists despite resistance.

Relates well and models core values at all levels, both inside and outside of the Company.

Diffuse tension through effective communication.

Persuasively promotes and sells thoughtfully developed ideas.

Skilled in utilizing Microsoft Office suite of tools.

Demonstrated ability to successfully influence outcomes and deliver results; strong communicator/collaborator across all levels.

Robust understanding of the lifecycle of the regulatory process and development cycle of remediation market opportunities.

Well versed in a broad spectrum of remediation market technologies.

Demonstrated expertise in project and program management, as well as operations management.

Physical Demands

The following physical activities or abilities are commonly, but not always, associated with the performance of this position. The actual requirements of this position will vary.

Ability to communicate effectively with vendors, management, and other co-workers, both individually and in front of a group is important.

Regular use of the telephone and email for communication is also essential.

Sitting for extended period is common.

No heavy lifting is expected. Exertion of up to 25 pounds of force occasionally may be required.

Good manual dexterity for the use of common office equipment such as computers, calculator, copiers, and fax machines.

Good reasoning ability and decision-making is important.

Able to understand and utilize management reports, memos, and other documents to conduct business.

Primarily an office position. At time site visits and field project visits are required. Travel to offices and projects in various location around the country as needed. The following physical activities or abilities are commonly, but not always, associated with site visits.

Be able to stand or walk on a project site for extended durations.

When on project sites or if performing some types of work activity wear all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including, but not limited to, earplugs, protective eyewear, gloves, hard hat, steel toed work boots, and high visibility safety apparel.

Work Environment

The job is primarily performed indoors in a traditional office setting and occasionally outdoors at construction sites.

The following environmental/atmospheric working conditions are commonly, but not always, associated with the performance of this position. The actual working conditions will vary.

Job Site environment, including, but not limited to, machines, tools, heavy equipment, chemicals, solvents, dust and fumes.

Occasional exposure to extreme weather conditions.

Uneven ground.

Perks And Benefits

Forgen offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, a retirement plan, employer paid short-term disability, accident insurance, and more. We also reward our employees’ hard work with bonuses, vacation, and paid holidays. We believe in a flexible work environment work model for most non-craft positions. As an added bonus, we also offer an awards program, education assistance program, and a robust wellness program.

DEI Statement

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Forgen, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be the right candidate for this or other roles here at Forgen, and Forgen is committed to hiring the best candidates for all positions.

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor. All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

It is the policy of Forgen to fill every position without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, age 40 and over, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis made unlawful by applicable law. Forgen is an equal opportunity employer, and strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee, including managers, supervisors and co-workers.

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