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Overview
This role is more than overseeing construction projects, it is about shaping how MasTec Industrial delivers some of the nation's most complex power generation and energy infrastructure projects. The Vice President of Construction serves as the operational leader behind safe, predictable, and profitable project execution, driving performance from mobilization through turnover while building the people, processes, and capabilities needed for long-term growth.
Working across large-scale power plant construction, the role sets the standard for operational excellence, develops the next generation of construction leaders, and ensures every project is executed with an unwavering commitment to safety, quality, schedule, and client success. By championing continuous improvement, standardization, and innovation, this leader helps transform opportunities into enduring partnerships and positions MasTec Industrial as the contractor of choice for the most demanding power and industrial construction programs in the country.
Company Overview
MasTec Industrial has served the power industry since 1947. We support utilities, developers, and municipalities with EPC services and project development expertise. We specialize in natural gas, oil, biomass, and waste-to-energy projects. Our depth of experience in utility and industrial systems, including simple and combined-cycle plants and reciprocating engines.
We're committed to delivering quality, safety, and value at every project phase, from concept to operations. We invest in top talent and foster a respectful, inclusive environment where employees thrive as innovative leaders.
The MasTec Industrial operating group is part of the MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure (CE&I) business segment. The CE&I segment generates over $4.5 billion in annual revenue, providing construction services across our renewables, industrial, infrastructure, and general building operating groups. Sustainability and safety are foundational to our culture and influence everything we do.
MasTec, a minority-owned Fortune 500 company, has shaped the construction industry for more than 90 years. With over 35,000 employees and 400 offices nationwide, we provide flexibility and career growth in dynamic work environments. Join one of the largest construction firms in the country (Engineering News-Record [ENR]: #1 in Power, #16 Top 50 Domestic Heavy Contractors, #13 Transportation Contractor).
Responsibilities
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Champion the Mastec beliefs
• Support cross-divisional acquisition of new pursuits, and all pre-construction activities from initial client introductions, estimate strategy and development through final executive reviews
• Responsible for the effective hiring, training, mentoring, rewarding, retaining, disciplining, appraising performance of team members
• Plan, assign, and direct work, addressing complaints and resolving problems
  Lead, promote and comply with all Company safety policies and procedures
• Hold project teams accountable to project and divisional goals with a focus on safety, quality, planning, forecasting and executional excellence
• Participate in the development the strategic plan for the business unit and ensure its communication and implementation
• Achieve client satisfaction goals as put forth in the strategic plan
• Responsible for overall relationship with owners, clients, vendors, and subcontractors
• Confer with Safety Director on any jobsite safety issues
• Maintain positive working relationships between field operations and shared services
• Review and approve requests for payment and change orders per the Authority Matrix.
• Provide guidance to site team on resolution of conflicts such as; failure of subcontractors to perform, failure of materials to arrive, contract disputes, and trade conflicts
• Interface with all staff to maintain an open line of communication and reporting, monitor job progress, schedules and subcontractor performance, and coordinate the operation of the field through management of field personnel
• Manage and supervise the teams who direct Project Managers and Field Superintendents by giving ongoing performance feedback and conducting annual performance appraisals in a timely manner
• Correlate team member's new ideas and help in implementing new policies and procedures
• Confer with VP of Operations/EVP and other Sr. Management personnel on business planning, continuity and succession planning
• Serve as member of the Executive team, attending executive staff meetings and contributing to the overall success of the organization
• Attend trade shows and conferences
• Other duties as requested by the EVP/President

SUPERVISORY:

• Must be able to direct, manage, lead and mentor 5-10 direct employees
• Must hold project teams accountable in all aspects of project delivery
• Ensure field operations personnel receive his/her annual performance review

Qualifications
EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree (B. S.) in Construction Management, Engineering, or related major or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 15 years of construction Industry experience/knowledge of construction techniques, estimating and construction management

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Be knowledgeable of MIC Health and Safety programs and project specific regulations
• When on-site, actively participate in daily toolbox meetings with crews and subcontractors
• Set a personal example of safe behavior
• Strategic Thinking
• Problem Solving/Analysis
• Financial Management
• Project Management
• Communication Proficiency
• Personal Effectiveness/Credibility
• Other may duties may be assigned

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: This position requires prolonged sitting at a desk and working at a computer. Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds at times.
HOURS: This position is a standard full-time position, with general business 40-hour operating schedule, Monday-Friday.
TRAVEL: Must be able to travel up to 50% of the time. Additional travel may be warranted at certain times as the business requires.
What's in it for You
Financial Wellbeing

• Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase
• 401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)

Health & Wellness

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children
• Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance, Weight Management Drug Discount
• Discounted National Gym Membership Network

Family & Lifestyle

• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave
• Military Leave, including Benefits Continuation
• Employee Assistance Program

Planning for the Unexpected

• Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment
• Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage
• Emergency Travel Assistance Program
• Group legal plan

Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need accommodation as part of the employment process, contact ceicareers@mastec.com. Due to the high volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to individual requests regarding application status. Please log into your candidate profile for up-to-date information.
MasTec, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasTec's policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.
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