Vice President Operations

📍 Southeast Portland area, Oregon (Onsite Field-Based)

Our client is a commercial and industrial fencing contractor known for building complex, secure perimeter systems for over 50 years. They are known for delivering high-quality fencing, gates, and access control solutions for government, commercial, and industrial clients across the Pacific Northwest. Applications include Municipal facilities, Federal, State, and Local Agencies, as well as complex, highly secure technology campuses, and more.

We seek a hands-on, detail-oriented operations leader to oversee complex estimates, project management, and field execution. Someone who can elevate processes, mentor the next generation of leaders, and ultimately help take the company into its next phase of growth.

This is a pivotal, executive-track opportunity ideal for a Project Manager, Senior Estimator, former Owner/Operator, or Construction Operations professional ready to step into a VP-level leadership role.

⚠️ Please Note:

To qualify, candidates must have direct experience or a professional tie to the fencing, gate, access control, or related specialty construction trades.

Please note that applicants without relevant trade experience will not be considered.

What You’ll Do

✅ Lead day-to-day operations across estimating, project management, and field performance, ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery of large-scale projects.

✅ Oversee complex estimating and bid preparation for major commercial, industrial, and government contracts ($500K–$3M).

✅ Collaborate closely with ownership on strategy, process improvement, and succession planning—this role is designed to ultimately replace the current President’s operational responsibilities over time.

✅ Build and maintain strong relationships with general contractors, municipalities, and engineering firms, ensuring seamless coordination and client satisfaction.

✅ Mentor and develop a seasoned team of estimators, project managers, and field leaders, fostering accountability and professional growth.

✅ Drive operational excellence through disciplined project management, cost control, and process documentation.

✅ Utilize Bluebeam, Excel, and online plan centers for estimating, takeoffs, and project coordination (Procore implementation possible).

✅ Maintain exceptional standards for safety, quality, and customer service while upholding the company’s long-standing reputation for integrity and reliability.

Why You’ll Enjoy It Here - Over 50 years of success and a strong financial foundation.

The leadership path to President within ~5 years for the right individual.

A close-knit, experienced team that values collaboration, craftsmanship, and professionalism.

Company truck provided, including personal use.

Competitive compensation package:

• Competitive salary, plus relocation reimbursement. Let's discuss your goals!

• 100% employer-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision for employees

• 401(k) with company match

• Life insurance coverage

• Paid holidays and PTO

• Costco membership

Based in Clackamas, Oregon, this role combines in-office collaboration with field-based leadership—perfect for a hands-on builder who enjoys both the desk and the dirt.

Minimum Requirements

✔️7 years of progressive experience in construction operations, estimating, or project management, ideally within fencing, gates, access control, or a closely related specialty trade (e.g., concrete, steel, sitework, or security systems).

✔️ Proven ability to lead teams, coordinate across departments, and manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.

✔️ Strong technical proficiency with Bluebeam, Excel, and construction takeoff tools.

✔️ Demonstrated experience bidding and managing public or government contracts.

✔️ Excellent communication and organizational skills—able to gain trust and credibility with both field and office staff.

✔️ Must live within driving distance of Clackamas, Oregon, or be willing to relocate (relocation support provided).

If you’re ready to step up, take ownership, and help lead one of the Pacific Northwest’s most respected specialty contractors into its next era of growth and excellence, we’d love to connect.

Apply today or message us directly to start the conversation!