What are the responsibilities and job description for the Vice President - Operations position at Ben Hur?
SUMMARY
Carry out the plans and objectives established by the President. This position must also develop and establish policies and objectives of business organization in accordance with Board directives by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate managers.
The purpose of this position is to provide the leadership necessary to obtain an acceptable and growing level of profitability, ensure our customers receive products of only the highest quality and to develop an organization that delivers excellence and attains a like level of employee satisfaction.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Operations
- Confer with company managers to plan business objectives, develop organizational policies and coordinate functions and operations within the subsidiary and to establish responsibilities and procedures for attaining objectives
- Develop capital expenditure requests and obtain authorization from the Board of Directors
- Perform long range planning along with the introduction of new programs/strategies plus comply with any new regulatory actions
- Provide timely, accurate and complete reports on the operating condition of the company
- Collaborate with the management team to develop and implement plans for the operational infrastructure of systems, processes, and personnel designed to accommodate the growth objectives of the organization
- Confer with management and appropriate personnel to review achievements and discuss required changes in goals or objectives resulting from current business dynamics
Finance
- Review reports and financial statements to determine progress and status in attaining objectives and revise objectives and plans in accordance with current conditions and forecasted results
- Direct and coordinate formulation of plans for new or continuing operations to maximize returns on investment and to increase productivity
- Obtain an acceptable level of profitability as determined by the Board of Directors
- Plan, develop, organize, implement, direct and evaluate the organization's fiscal function and performance
- Give guidance on contracts entered into by the company
- Drive the company to achieve or exceed sales, profitability, cash flow, business goals and all other objectives
Marketing
- Develop strategies to add value and explore opportunities to enhance customer service
- Develop strategies to increase and expand market segments
- Promote strong HIW image through involvement in contract fulfillment
Management
- Evaluate and mentor the performance of managers for compliance with established policies and objectives of the company and their contributions in attaining objectives
- Mentor all managers for a leadership role in order to satisfy the company's future needs
QUALIFICATIONS include the following:
- Project management experience in the construction or fabrication industry
- Administration experience in the manufacturing or construction industry
- Able to work with people in situations involving manufacturing problems, critical lead times, budgets and deadlines
- Strong organizational skills
- Knowledge of manufacturing cycle with engineering aptitude
- An energetic, forward-thinking and creative individual with high ethical standards and an appropriate professional image
- A strategic visionary with sound technical skills, analytical ability, good judgment and strong operational focus
- An excellent negotiator who has contracting and risk management experience
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret the most complex documents and financial reports
- Ability to respond effectively and timely to the most sensitive inquires or complaints
- Strong leadership skills
- Delegate work assignments, give authority to work independently, set expectations and monitor delegated activities
- Display willingness to make decisions, exhibit sound and accurate judgment and make timely decisions
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Bachelor of Science degree or higher in Engineering or Business Administration with more than fifteen years experience in multiple areas that may include sales, marketing, manufacturing, estimating, administration, finance and accounting, procurement and project management in the construction industry specifically related to structural steel fabrication.