Vice President of EPC Operations

This position can be located out of our Granville, OH office or Cloverdale, VA office.

Position Summary

The Vice President of EPC Operations provides strategic, project, and commercial leadership and oversight for the execution of turnkey Engineer, Procure, Construct (EPC) projects. The VP of EPC Operations is responsible for EPC projects’ P&L, cost center management, operational efficiencies, and on-time delivery. Further, this position is responsible to develop and implement the necessary tools, systems, policies, processes, and procedures to establish NRE’s EPC Operations, including business/client development strategies, bidding/proposal strategies, procurement process and strategies, contracting process and strategies, vendor and subcontractor qualification and relationship management, project controls, and QA/QC program. This position reports to the Senior Vice President of Operations.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Structure, recruit, and manage the EPC Operations team, including developing and motivating team members and ensuring the proper bench strength. Serve as a leader and role model and create working environments where employees are equipped and driven to excel.
• Support the development and execution of the company’s strategic plan, including 1-year, 3-year, and 10-year goals, in alignment with NRE’s vision, mission, and core values.
• Exhibit the highest level of business ethics and consistently adhere to and promote NRE’s culture, values, and beliefs.
• Collaborate with other divisions and departments to execute the organization’s goals and objectives.
• Guide and inform EPC Operations strategies and initiatives.
• Identify, recommend, and implement new policies, processes, technologies, systems, and tools needed to execute project requirements and client specific programs effectively and efficiently and continuously improve and streamline EPC Operations.
• Ensure division/department plans and decisions such as those for staffing, org structure, business development, technology, resource plans, material efficiency, equipment acquisitions, and facilities are in line with NRE’s business priorities, goals, and vision.
• Provide insights, expertise, training, and assistance to Associate Project Managers, Project Managers, Sr Project Managers, Division Managers, and Regional Managers relating to EPC business choices and decisions.
• Provide constructive and timely performance reviews to direct reports.
• Handle discipline and termination of employees in accordance with company policy.
• Identify training needs for EPC Operations’ management and field staff and ensure proper training is developed and provided.
• Promote a culture of elite performance, continuous improvement, and safety-first mindset.
• Establish and administer the division’s budget.
• Present periodic performance reports to the CEO and other leadership.
• Lead business development and EPC prime contractor qualification efforts with target clients to establish NRE as an approved EPC contractor.
• Review RFP opportunities and participate in development of bidding strategy and pricing.
• With support from the Estimating department, prepare take-offs, solicit material/equipment and subcontractor pricing, and complete bids in response to customer Requests for Proposals.
• In coordination with the Estimating department, establish bidding policies, estimating tools, and means and methods to ensure accurate and profitable EPC bid estimates and comprehensive proposal narratives.
• Engage heavily with the Contracts department, including the review, negotiation, and management of contracts and agreements. Exercise skill in the beneficial allocation of risk within the terms of the contract.
• Work with traditional NRE PMs to train superintendents, general foreman, and foremen in the proper handling of project planning, interpretation of contract documents, extra work documentation, administration of client safety program, and project information reporting requirements for EPC projects.
• Develop project reporting tools for daily reporting, safety audits, quality assurance, and environmental compliance.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive and logic-linked project schedule encompassing schedules from others (subcontractors, equipment vendors, client in-service process, permit timelines, etc.) to track project status and forecast impacts to completion dates.
• Prepare project initiation plans to include manpower loaded schedule, cash flow invoicing projection, material, tool, and equipment requirements, and project specific safety plans.
• Conduct job site safety audits to ensure that jobsite safety and pre-task planning documentation is sufficient for the tasks being performed and in compliance with all safety policies and procedures.
• Ensure project compliance with all applicable permits. Support submission of documents to authorities, scheduling of consultants, sharing of permit requirements amongst stakeholders, tracking compliance, payment of fees, etc., as required.
• Develop and deploy vendor purchasing policies and procedures for services, materials, and equipment.
• Manage engineering subcontractor relationships to ensure engineering deliverables are timely and support construction sequencing.
• Manage construction subcontractor and testing & commissioning subcontractor relationships to ensure project schedule, project scopes, and safety expectations are effectively communicated.
• Ensure all materials and equipment are ordered properly to client specification and on time.
• Maintain ongoing communication with project sites and customers to identify and communicate issues such as scope changes and schedule conflicts.
• Manage project costs and proactively identify risks to ensure projects stay within budget.
• Develop project cash flows, manage project billing, and change order tracking.
• Exhibit proficiency in project risk management, including the identification, prioritization, and mitigation of project risks while seeking out and exploiting project opportunities.
• Develop project close-out tools to ensure all projects are closed out in a correct and timely manner, including all certifications, lien waivers, and warranty documents.
• Effectively communicate project information to both internal and external project stakeholders.
• Maintain up to date and accurate project files within NRE’s document management system, including contracts, amendments, notices, drawings, specifications, permits, schedules, reports, and other project records.
• Support the EPC Operations team to resolve client and vendor issues such as pricing variations, material procurement issues, design flaws, work performance, and construction schedule impacts.
• Support EPC Operations’ projects with a focus on scope management, change orders, and invoice aging.

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in engineering, construction management, supply chain management, business administration, or related field, with a minimum of 12 years of industry-related experience. Direct EPC project execution experience preferred.
• Strong leadership skills with a minimum of 5 years' experience supervising, mentoring, and developing high-performing teams.
• Proven track record of successfully leading and managing substation and/or T-line construction projects in the electric utility/power delivery industry, including negotiating contracts/agreements, managing subcontractors, and quantifiable success delivering projects on time and on budget.
• Practical knowledge of procurement strategies, project management, contracts management, vendor management, and construction best practices.
• Extensive knowledge of the principles, procedures, and best practices in the industry.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage with clients, stakeholders, and team members at all levels.
• Demonstrated skills in providing leadership, motivation, vision, and direction.
• Proven success in developing and maintaining customer relationships.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage project risks, identify opportunities, and drive continuous improvement.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Travel

Travel for this position is required and will consist of overnight stays.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to see, talk and hear. The employee is required to sit at a desk and work on a computer for prolonged periods of time.

AAP/EEO Statement

It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of the Company not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or status as a veteran, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law, with respect to recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, and other terms and condition of employment.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.