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Vice President

Fairburn, GA · On-site

$150K - $175K/yr

... fiber optics, roadway lighting, and smart mobility technologies. About the Role Reporting to the ... President, the Vice President of Construction Operations will lead construction operations ...

Observable Space

GM of Consumer Sales

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$160K - $220K/yr

About The Role Observable Space is seeking a strategic and execution-oriented Vice President of Consumer Sales to lead our domestic and international growth for our portfolio of ground optical ...

Coherent

VP, Advanced Development

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

Coherent is seeking a Vice President (or SVP) of Research to lead its advanced research ... Deep expertise in datacenter and communications systems and optical technologies * Strong ...

Neurophos Inc

VP of Systems

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

$335K - $400K/yr

Our optical cells are 10,000x smaller than traditional photonic components, enabling unprecedented ... Position Overview The VP of Systems owns the development of our inference servers and rack and is ...

Neurophos

VP of Systems

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

$250 - $500/hr

Our optical cells are 10,000x smaller than traditional photonic components, enabling unprecedented ... Position Overview The VP of Systems owns the development of our inference servers and rack and is ...

Atom Computing

Principal Optical Engineer

Boulder, CO

$160K - $185K/yr

This position reports directly to the VP, Optical Engineering and requires being on-site at our Boulder, CO facility 4-5 days per week. Job Responsibilities * Initiate and lead the design and ...

Atom Computing

Principal Optical Engineer

Boulder, CO · On-site

$160K - $185K/yr

This position reports directly to the VP, Optical Engineering and requires being on-site at our Boulder, CO facility 4-5 days per week. Job Responsibilities * Initiate and lead the design and ...

Atom Computing

Principal Optical Engineer

Boulder, CO · On-site

$160K - $185K/yr

This position reports directly to the VP, Optical Engineering and requires being on-site at our Boulder, CO facility 4-5 days per week. Job Responsibilities * Initiate and lead the design and ...

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How much do vice president optical jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for vice president optical in the United States is $157,532.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $115,000.00 and $190,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Vice President Optical vs Optical Director?

AspectVice President OpticalOptical Director
CredentialsTypically requires advanced degrees in business or healthcare, leadership experience, and industry certificationsRequires optometry or optical management certifications, relevant industry experience
Work EnvironmentExecutive-level setting overseeing multiple locations or divisions within optical companiesOperational management within optical retail or healthcare facilities
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in large optical corporations, healthcare systems, and retail chainsCommon in optical retail chains, healthcare clinics, and private practices

The Vice President Optical and Optical Director roles both involve leadership in the optical industry, but the Vice President typically holds a higher executive position with broader strategic responsibilities across multiple locations or divisions. The Optical Director focuses more on operational management within specific facilities or regions. Both roles require industry-specific certifications and experience, but the VP position emphasizes strategic oversight and executive decision-making.

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Infographic showing various Vice President Optical job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 95% Full Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 95% In-person, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $157,532 per year, or $75.7 per hour.

Vice President

Construction Execs

Fairburn, GA • On-site

$150K - $175K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 12 days ago

Job description

About the Company

Our client is a rapidly growing transportation infrastructure contractor specializing in Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS), traffic signals, fiber optics, roadway lighting, and smart mobility technologies.

About the Role

Reporting to the Regional President, the Vice President of Construction Operations will lead construction operations throughout the region, driving safety, execution, profitability, and operational excellence while developing high-performing project teams.

Responsibilities

  • Lead Project Managers, Superintendents, and field operations.
  • Drive project execution from estimating handoff through closeout.
  • Improve operational efficiency and profitability.
  • Monitor WIP, job costing, forecasting, and cash flow.
  • Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and on budget.
  • Develop and mentor construction leadership teams.
  • Improve accountability and process consistency.
  • Partner with Finance, Estimating, and Executive Leadership.
  • Drive scheduling, resource planning, and equipment utilization.

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of construction leadership experience
  • Experience leading Project Managers and Superintendents
  • Strong financial and business acumen
  • WIP Accounting and Job Costing experience
  • Self-perform construction experience
  • Strong leadership and communication skills

Required Skills

  • Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS)
  • Traffic Signal Construction
  • Heavy Highway
  • Roadway Construction
  • Fiber Optics
  • Telecommunications Infrastructure
  • Civil Construction
  • Electrical Infrastructure

Preferred Skills

  • HCSS HeavyJob
  • HCSS HeavyBid
  • Spectrum ERP
  • Microsoft Office

Pay range and compensation package

$150,000–$175,000 Base Salary

Quarterly Bonus (10% Target)

Company Truck

Gas Card

Medical, Dental & Vision

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are committed to diversity and inclusivity in our hiring practices.