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Infrastructure Engineering Inc. · 1 day ago

Vice President, Operations

Los Angeles, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$190K/yr - $320K/yr

20+ years exp

Infrastructure Engineering Inc. (IEI) is expanding its footprint, and they’re seeking an inspiring, forward-thinking Vice President of Operations to help lead the growth of their new Los Angeles Office. In this pivotal role, you will guide the implementation of IEI’s market-growth strategy in Southern California, ensuring alignment with firmwide business objectives and client relationships.

Civil Engineering

Diversity & Inclusion

No H1B

Responsibilities

Provide strategic oversight and guidance across all technical disciplines to deliver high-quality project elements, including plans, specifications, permits, and reports

Uphold IEI’s Quality Control standards across all projects, promoting accuracy, consistency, and engineering excellence

Confirm that project teams have all required agreements (contracts, NTPs, subconsultant agreements) in place before initiating services

Monitor scope, budget, and schedule to protect the firm from risk; communicate deviations promptly and proactively to clients and internal leadership

Provide oversight of teams in meeting client goals, anticipating challenges, and addressing issues that may affect successful delivery

Lead and support contract negotiations, collaborating with clients to develop clear scopes, fees, and schedules

Manage and mentor technical staff; partner with other office and discipline leaders to allocate resources and provide teams with what they need to succeed

Forecast local staffing needs and align them with available capacity across the firm, collaborating with leadership to balance workload, resource allocation, and hiring priorities

Provide regular updates to the Executive Vice President on office performance, key priorities, and emerging opportunities

Partner with the Executive Vice President and Human Resources on talent management, including hiring, performance reviews, recognition, development, and corrective actions

Qualification

Professional Engineer (PE) LicensePMP CertificationAEC Industry KnowledgeERPCRM ProficiencyMicrosoft Office SuiteInterpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsPresentation Skills

Required

Bachelor's Degree in either Engineering, Marketing or Business from an accredited four‐year college or university or approved equivalent required

Professional Engineer (PE) License in CA required

PMP required

Minimum 20+ years of experience, including prior Executive Leadership roles a must

Proficiency with ERP and CRM platforms in a corporate or consulting environment (e.g., Deltek, Paycor); ability to leverage systems for operational and business insights

Strong command of the Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams

Advanced presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with internal teams, clients, and industry partners

Active California Professional Engineer (PE) license required

Extensive experience in the AEC industry, including direct work with government agencies and public-sector contracts

Willingness and ability to travel up to 25%, including occasional overnight trips throughout the year

A valid driver's license and acceptable driving record are required

Ability to navigate active construction sites, including walking on uneven terrain, climbing, and occasional lifting or moving of up to 50 pounds

Exposure at times to outdoor weather conditions, wet or humid environments, and typical construction-site hazards such as dust, fumes, chemicals, noise, vibration, and in-progress work areas

Occasionally, may require extended or irregular hours, including evenings or weekends, to support project demands or respond to unexpected field situations

Work is performed in both office and field environments, including time spent reviewing plans, reports, and project documentation

Standard schedule is typically a 40-hour workweek, with flexibility for day or night shifts depending on project needs

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. at the time of hire

Preferred

MA or MBA preferred

Ideally advanced level understanding of A/E/C Industry and Government Affairs is preferred

Familiarity with Government Contracts; including experience in government work within LA County Public Works; LA Metro; CalTrans; City of LA Public Works

Background in civil and/or structural engineering consulting highly desirable