Vice President of Power Central Operations

Overview

Company Overview Henkels & McCoy West works closely with clients from diverse markets to build enduring partnerships throughout the Western United States. Our team of seasoned professionals' designs, builds, manages, and maintains critical and sustainable infrastructure for the power, oil & gas pipeline, gas distribution, and communications industries. Building on a 100-year legacy of performance and service to utility, commercial, industrial, and government clients, H&M West brings together extensive knowledge and innovation to deliver infrastructure construction solutions that meet future energy needs today. Henkels & McCoy West is a purpose-driven company. Our core values guide our strategy, performance, and culture. We believe in maintaining an environment where team members can make an impact, grow, and thrive. A place where they find meaning and purpose in doing the important work of ensuring communities have the vital energy, light, and communications to prosper. Our culture is inclusive and welcoming. Our teams are empowered with abundant training, tools, and opportunities to follow their curiosity and ambitions. Everyone has an equal chance to advance. Everyone is supported, respected, and challenged to be their best. We’re always looking for talented and dedicated people to join us and love where they work. Henkels & McCoy West is a proud subsidiary of MasTec (NYSE: MTZ), a Fortune 500 Company ranked by Energy News-Record as one of the leading contractors in the country. H&M West is part of the MasTec Power Delivery segment. We are certified as a minority-controlled company by the National Minority Suppliers Development Council (NMSDC). Our rich diversity of people and ideas makes us a stronger, more innovative organization. Position Summary Currently, we are seeking a Vice President of Central Power Operations for Substations, based in one of our office locations or may choose to work remotely. Seeking a results-driven Vice President to lead and expand the substation business through strategic growth, operational excellence, and strong customer relationships across the sector. This leader will drive market expansion, develop high-performing teams, and deliver safe, profitable execution of substation projects while positioning the company for long-term growth. The VP of Power Operations may support electrical power transmission construction projects and utility customer power distribution network maintenance/upgrade program work. This position provides leadership for both technical and administrative functions involving short- and long-range planning within the Power Division, and will be responsible for establishing and managing the department's goals and objectives. The VP will have the lead role in interfacing with assigned construction project/program leaders and for all aspects of the projects from initial budgeting, planning and development. The VP is directly responsible for the financial P&L within the department's operations area of the western continental U.S.

Responsibilities

Provide senior leadership to Power Line of Business (LOB) operations area, demonstrating vision, experience and maturity. Plan, develop, organize, coordinate and direct the efficient and safe operation of Power Division within the western continental United States, with responsibility for all substations and may support overhead and underground electrical power transmission and distribution construction project and program work within that geographic area. Establish and manage the goals and objectives for accomplishing projects and utility program work and ensure proper utilization of personnel. Delegate functional activities to subordinates and establish supervisory schedules and responsibilities. Engage in market business development and sales, both individually and in conjunction with regional and corporate personnel. Identify potential demand for H&M West services. Manage relationships with existing power customers within the LOB operations area, alliance partners and potential customers. Participate in proposal and contract development, negotiations and alliance meetings. Evaluate bids for conformity with contract requirements and specifications and make recommendations. Prepare specifications for projects, equipment and facilities as needed. Adhere to performance goals and QA plans, including formal auditing processes such as project pre-plans, project plans and post job reviews. Oversee equipment requirements for the line of business. Participate in annual equipment budget maintenance programs and disposition of assets. Develop performance and labor strategies to compete in new and existing markets. Manage labor negotiations and grievances for line of business. Assist in the preparation of information for arbitration or NRLB, if required. Prepare project status reports and provide regular updates directly to senior management. Ensure all company, customer, and project policies, procedure standards, safety programs, etc., are adhered to. Provide input and direction to planning, scheduling, and engineering functions as required. Assess competency and training requirements for direct reports. Perform annual performance evaluations and initiate disciplinary action if required for direct reports. Assist leaders with development of strategic direction of the organization Qualifications 20 years or more experience in related high voltage power transmission/distribution construction and/or maintenance work, with a minimum of 15 years in senior management and/or business development /sales capacity required. Proven track record of sales, business development, awarded and completed projects required. Excellent communication, prioritization and organizational skills required. Overnight travel is required. BS degree in a related field required; certifications in Construction Management, Contracts Management and /or Project Management Training desired. Salary Range: $200,000/yr to $285,000/yr Benefits: Full-time employees are eligible to participate in our benefit plan which includes the following: 401(k) Plan Employee Stock Options Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance Voluntary Life Insurance Voluntary Short Term & Long-Term Disability Flex PTO Plan Henkels & McCoy West, LLC. is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities Apply To This Job