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VP of Operations - Heavy Civil Construction

Englewood, Colorado

Industry: Search | Construction Job Number: 13476 Pay Rate: $175,000 - $200,000 / year

Job Description

 We are a self-performing heavy civil contractor specializing in:
  • Underground Utilities
  • Milling & Asphalt
  • Concrete
  • Earthwork & Grading

We operate across commercial, municipal, and federal markets. We build it ourselves. We stand behind it. And we’re positioned for continued growth.

The Opportunity

This role reports directly to the President. You’ll oversee Directors, Production Managers, Project Managers, Superintendents, and field leadership across all divisions. This is operational command.

You will:

  • Set operational strategy across all heavy civil disciplines
  • Own execution performance, safety culture, and profitability
  • Drive production rates, labor productivity, and equipment utilization
  • Strengthen field-to-office alignment
  • Lead resource planning and scaling for growth
  • Develop and mentor the next generation of operations leadership
  • Monitor P&L performance and operational budgets
  • Represent the company with clients, partners, and industry stakeholders

What We’re Looking For

  • 10+ years of progressive leadership in heavy civil construction
  • Proven success managing large-scale, self-performing operations
  • Strong P&L ownership and financial discipline
  • Deep understanding of heavy civil methods, equipment, and safety
  • Strategic thinker who can also execute
  • Leader who builds accountability and develops talent
  • Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related experience required.
  • Must be located in Colorado.

Why This Role Matters:

  • You won’t be stepping into a stagnant organization.
  • You’ll be helping shape the operational backbone of a respected civil contractor positioned for the next phase of growth.
  • Continued Career Growth
  • Opportunity to make a real difference within our organization
  • Work alongside Exceptional Leadership who values collaboration
  • 401k match
  • Health, Dental, Vision, HSA
  • Employer paid Life & AD&D
  • PTO + Paid Sick Leave

If you’re ready to lead operations at scale, drive disciplined growth, and build something that lasts across Colorado infrastructure… Let’s talk.

Send a message or apply directly.

Talk soon,

Mindi

 
 
 
At ROLINC Staffing & Search, we connect great job seekers with great companies along the Colorado Front Range and beyond! Since 1991, we’ve specialized in matching skilled trades talent with manufacturing, distribution, and construction companies – providing temp-to-hire, direct hire, and career-advancing opportunities. Originally founded as Resumes On-Line, Inc., we evolved into a niche staffing firm focused on building strong teams in hands-on industries. Ready for your next great job? Apply with ROLINC today!

Additional Information

To contact a recruiter now, call ROLINC Staffing & Search at 303-364-5300.

Meet Your Recruiter

Mindi Romero, CSP
Professional Talent Manager, Construction

Mindi brings incredible value to the ROLINC Staffing, LLC team! She had been managing, hiring and interviewing employees for over 10 years prior to ROLINC, and that experience gave her the confidence to quickly join the staffing world with gusto. 

 

Mindi previously operated a day/health spa for five years and has been a Licensed Massage Therapist for 15 years. Mindi brings incredible value to the ROLINC Staffing, LLC team! 

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