Overview

Pave America is a private equity backed, fast growing, and highly acquisitive facility services company. We have over 30 operating companies located in most of the major population centers in the U.S. The company has an annual revenue of ~$1 billion and has over 1,500 employees.

One of Pave America’s operating companies – Georgia’s Wildcat Paving (GWP) based in Stone Mountain, GA – is hiring a Division President to lead the operating company.

Position Overview:

The Division President will be responsible for the overall management, growth, and profitability of GWP. This senior leadership role requires a strategic thinker with a proven track record in the construction or paving industry. The Division President will work closely with Pave America’s President, COO, and other executive leaders to ensure Georgia Wildcat’s alignment with the company's goals and objectives.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership and Strategy:

- Develop and implement the division’s strategic plan in alignment with the company’s goals and objectives.

- Provide strong leadership to division managers and staff, fostering a culture of performance, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Operational Management:

- Oversee day-to-day operations of the paving division, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

- Implement and monitor performance metrics to ensure operational efficiency and effectiveness.

- Drive operational excellence through process improvements, innovation, and best practices.

Financial Oversight:

- Prepare and manage the division’s annual budget, ensuring financial targets are met or exceeded.

- Analyze financial reports, identify areas for improvement, and implement strategies to enhance profitability.

- Ensure accurate forecasting and reporting of financial performance to the Pave America executive team.

Business Development:

- Identify and pursue new business opportunities to expand the division’s market presence and increase revenue.

- Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, partners, and stakeholders.

- Represent the company at industry events and conferences to promote the division’s capabilities and achievements.

Compliance and Safety:

- Ensure all operations comply with relevant regulations, industry standards, and company policies.

- Promote a culture of safety, ensuring all employees adhere to safety protocols and procedures.

- Address and resolve any compliance or safety issues promptly and effectively.

Team Development:

- Recruit, develop, and retain top talent within the division.

- Provide mentorship and professional development opportunities for managers and staff.

- Foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in the construction or paving industry, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Proven track record of successfully managing large-scale projects and driving business growth.
• Strong financial acumen and experience managing budgets and P&Ls.
• Excellent leadership and team-building skills.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of industry regulations, safety standards, and best practices.
• Ability to travel as required.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Requirements: (Each to have one of the following based on the position: Never, Rarely, Occasionally, Constantly)

• Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods: Occasionally
• Moving about to accomplish tasks at a worksite or moving from one worksite to another: Constantly
• Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments, such as stooping, kneeling, or crouching: Rarely
• Adjusting, moving and lifting objects in all directions: Rarely
• Talking and hearing to communicate with others: Constantly
• Seeing to perform job duties at close range, such as monitors or screens: Constantly
• Seeing to perform job duties at a distance, such as driving or operating equipment: Occasionally
• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers: Constantly
• Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like: Rarely
• Operating machinery and/or power tools: Rarely
• Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment: Occasionally
• The ability to travel regionally or nationally: Occasionally

Physical Demands:

• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing: Constantly
• Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds: Occasionally
• Medium work that includes moving objects up to 50 pounds: Occasionally
• Heavy work that includes moving objects up to 100 pounds or more: Rarely

Working Conditions:

• Low temperatures: Rarely
• High temperatures: Occasionally
• Outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind: Occasionally
• Noisy environments: Occasionally
• Hazardous conditions: Rarely
• Shift work, to include overnight work: Never
• Frequent overtime, including weekends: Never
• Office environment: Constantly

Pave America and it's companies offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits that support your total well-being.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and comply with OFCCP regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical and mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/assignment, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, protected veteran status, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law. We actively promote diversity and inclusion within our workforce. Pave America and it's companies promote a drug-free workplace. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws regarding criminal background inquiries. In compliance with OFCCP requirements, we invite applicants to voluntarily self-identify their gender, race, and veteran status. Submission of this information is voluntary and refusal to provide it will not subject you to any adverse treatment.