What are the responsibilities and job description for the Vice President, Operations position at Hill International, Inc.?
Job Description
Hill International is seeking a Vice President-Operations in Seattle, WA
The Vice President-Operations will hold a strategic leadership role, responsible for driving the vision, operational efficiency, team culture and organizational success for the Pacific Northwest. You would be responsible for program and construction management projects with both public and private clients. Projects include a variety of infrastructure such as transportation (rail transit, airport, road and bridge) water/wastewater, higher education, healthcare facilities, mission critical, and federal government (GSA DOE DOD USACE). Reporting directly to the Senior Vice President-Western Region, you will work closely with the other operational leaders in the region to drive cross-functional alignment and achieve objectives and goals.
To thrive in this role, you must be a collaborative leader with a passion for teambuilding, client and community engagement, and excellent problem solving skills.
Responsibilities
Operations Leadership:
Depending upon your employment status, Hill’s comprehensive benefits may include, Medical, Dental, Vision, Employer Paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurances, Business Travel Accident Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Commuter Benefits, Legal Assistance, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Auto & Home Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Voluntary Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance. Paid Time Off (PTO), Holidays, 401(K) Retirement Savings Plan, Employee Referral Program, Professional Certification Incentive Program, Hill University Learning and Development, Tuition Reimbursement, EAP, Years of Service Awards Program.
About Us
Hill International, with more than 4,000 professionals in over 100 offices worldwide, provides program management, project management, construction management, project management oversight, advisory, facilities management, and other consulting services to clients in a variety of market sectors. Engineering News-Record magazine recently ranked Hill as one of the largest program management firms in the world. For more information on Hill, please visit our website at www.hillintl.com .
Hill is exclusively a program, project, and construction management provider, meaning we have one focus as a company: protecting client interests. Free of any potential conflicts, our entire business is geared towards helping clients achieve their desired outcomes. We are dedicated to exceeding expectations throughout the entire construction project lifecycle and adapt to the needs of each assignment to develop tailored approaches and solutions to meet those needs.
Hill is a proud member of the Global Infrastructure Solutions, Inc. family of companies. Learn more about GISI at www.gisi.com .
Hill International is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Minority/Female/Veteran/Disabled
Note: This job description is intended to provide an indication of the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions to be carried out as part of fulfilling the role mentioned in the job title. Various other duties as required.
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Hill International is seeking a Vice President-Operations in Seattle, WA
The Vice President-Operations will hold a strategic leadership role, responsible for driving the vision, operational efficiency, team culture and organizational success for the Pacific Northwest. You would be responsible for program and construction management projects with both public and private clients. Projects include a variety of infrastructure such as transportation (rail transit, airport, road and bridge) water/wastewater, higher education, healthcare facilities, mission critical, and federal government (GSA DOE DOD USACE). Reporting directly to the Senior Vice President-Western Region, you will work closely with the other operational leaders in the region to drive cross-functional alignment and achieve objectives and goals.
To thrive in this role, you must be a collaborative leader with a passion for teambuilding, client and community engagement, and excellent problem solving skills.
Responsibilities
Operations Leadership:
- Manage and direct the profitability of the Pacific Northwest area, with a focus on the Puget Sound region of Western Washington, leading the organization toward its primary objectives based on long-term growth and development
- Manage all Area operations including strategic planning and department budget
- Develop, track and manage annual budget for the Area
- Guide, authorize, and implement the major plans and procedures consistent with the goals of the company
- Support business development efforts through opportunity identification, client relationship development, developing pursuit strategy and executing on proposal efforts
- Build partnerships and lead collaborative discussions with external audiences, including working flexibly and creatively with a diverse cross-section of clients/potential clients, subcontractors, and industry professionals
- Provide project oversight to ensure excellent service to our clients
- Participate in professional and community organizations that enhance the exposure and goals of the company
- Manage, develop and strengthen a team of 40 professional staff in the Pacific Northwest area
- Meet with employees and create performance goals, provide coaching, mentoring and training opportunities
- Recruit and hire staff that augment the pursuit of the strategic goals for the Area
- Effectively communicate and collaborate with internal support groups including, but not limited to, Human Resources, Finance and Accounting, IT, and Legal departments
- Coordinate with adjacent business units within the Western Region on shared resources and new business pursuits
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, or construction from an accredited college or university, graduate degree a plus.
- 15 years of experience in the architectural/engineering/construction management industry
- Must have experience with local capital development clients in Western Washington, with a preference for WSDOT, Sound Transit, King County, Port of Seattle, and municipal agencies
- Preference for hands-on experience managing a major business unit
- Experience in growing operation and capturing market share
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong communication skills with the ability to influence teams at all levels and clearly articulate goals, priorities and opportunities for improvement
- Proven leadership and management skills, with the ability to effectively lead and inspire project teams to deliver successful client and project outcomes
- Strong decision-making skills and the ability to asses a complex assortment of facts and interpersonal dynamics, understand the companies current state and goals and choose the best choice of action
Depending upon your employment status, Hill’s comprehensive benefits may include, Medical, Dental, Vision, Employer Paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurances, Business Travel Accident Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Commuter Benefits, Legal Assistance, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Auto & Home Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Voluntary Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance. Paid Time Off (PTO), Holidays, 401(K) Retirement Savings Plan, Employee Referral Program, Professional Certification Incentive Program, Hill University Learning and Development, Tuition Reimbursement, EAP, Years of Service Awards Program.
About Us
Hill International, with more than 4,000 professionals in over 100 offices worldwide, provides program management, project management, construction management, project management oversight, advisory, facilities management, and other consulting services to clients in a variety of market sectors. Engineering News-Record magazine recently ranked Hill as one of the largest program management firms in the world. For more information on Hill, please visit our website at www.hillintl.com .
Hill is exclusively a program, project, and construction management provider, meaning we have one focus as a company: protecting client interests. Free of any potential conflicts, our entire business is geared towards helping clients achieve their desired outcomes. We are dedicated to exceeding expectations throughout the entire construction project lifecycle and adapt to the needs of each assignment to develop tailored approaches and solutions to meet those needs.
Hill is a proud member of the Global Infrastructure Solutions, Inc. family of companies. Learn more about GISI at www.gisi.com .
Hill International is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Minority/Female/Veteran/Disabled
Note: This job description is intended to provide an indication of the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions to be carried out as part of fulfilling the role mentioned in the job title. Various other duties as required.
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