AIS Infrastructure ยท 1 day ago
Vice President of Assets
Chattanooga, TN
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
10+ years expAIS Infrastructure is a heavy civil construction company providing infrastructure improvement and construction services. The Vice President of Assets is responsible for the strategic and operational leadership of company-owned assets, ensuring they are compliant, well-maintained, and aligned with project demands while partnering with various departments to minimize downtime and control costs.
Construction
Responsibilities
Provide enterprise-wide leadership and governance for all company assets including heavy equipment, fleet vehicles, tools, yards, shops, warehouses, and facilities
Direct the full asset lifecycle including acquisition, deployment, utilization, maintenance, refurbishment, and disposition
Support project mobilization and demobilization by ensuring job-site readiness and equipment availability aligned with production schedules
Establish company-wide standards for asset utilization, preventative maintenance, inspections, and replacement cycles
Own operating asset budgets and capital expenditure planning in partnership with Finance
Approve major equipment purchases, replacements, rentals, and disposition strategies
Analyze utilization, downtime, repair costs, and total cost of ownership to drive profitability and cost control
Oversee all fleet, yard, shop, and warehouse operations across multiple job sites and locations
Ensure compliance with OSHA, DOT, insurance, and all federal, state, and local regulatory requirements related to equipment and fleet
Partner with Safety to reduce equipment-related incidents, claims, and regulatory exposure
Ensure compliance with federally funded project and Davis-Bacon equipment requirements where applicable
Lead asset management systems, GPS/telematics, and inventory platforms to ensure real-time visibility and data accuracy
Deliver executive-level reporting on asset performance, utilization, audit readiness, losses, and risk exposure
Lead, mentor, and develop Asset Managers, Fleet Managers, Shop Managers, and Yard leadership teams
Establish performance metrics, accountability standards, and succession plans for asset operations
Coordinate with Procurement on vendor strategy, maintenance contracts, and equipment sourcing
Partner with HR on workforce planning, training, and certification for asset, fleet, and shop personnel
Serve as the executive owner for asset-related risk management, insurance coordination, and audit support
Drive continuous improvement through process optimization, technology adoption, and standardization across all operating locations
Qualification
Required
Advanced expertise in asset, fleet, and heavy equipment management within a job-site driven construction environment
Strong financial acumen including capital planning, budgeting, depreciation, and total cost of ownership analysis
Proven ability to lead multi-site operations across yards, shops, warehouses, and active projects
Deep knowledge of preventative maintenance programs and lifecycle optimization
Strong understanding of OSHA, DOT, insurance, and regulatory compliance related to equipment and fleet operations
Ability to analyze utilization, downtime, and cost data to drive strategic decisions
Executive-level leadership and team development capability
Effective cross-functional collaboration with Operations, Finance, Safety, HR, and Procurement
High level of accountability, judgment, and decision-making under operational pressure
Strong contract negotiation and vendor management skills
Proficiency with asset management systems, telematics, GPS, and inventory platforms
Excellent communication skills with the ability to present technical and financial data to executive leadership
Change management and process improvement leadership
High attention to data integrity, audit readiness, and risk control
Ability to travel regularly to job sites, yards, and operating locations
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, Logistics, or a related field required
Minimum of 10 years of progressive leadership experience in asset management, fleet operations, equipment management, or heavy industrial operations within a construction or infrastructure environment
Demonstrated experience managing multi-site fleets, yards, shops, and large capital equipment portfolios
Proven track record of capital planning, budgeting, and cost control for high-value assets
In-depth knowledge of heavy equipment maintenance, preventative maintenance programs, and lifecycle management
Strong understanding of OSHA, DOT, insurance, and regulatory requirements related to fleet, equipment, and yard operations
Advanced knowledge of asset management systems, GPS/telematics, and inventory platforms
Experience partnering with Finance on capitalization, depreciation, and audit readiness
Demonstrated ability to lead and scale operations in a fast-paced, field-driven environment
Preferred
Master's degree
Experience supporting federally funded projects and Davis-Bacon environments
Professional certifications such as CAMP, CMRP, CPA, PMP, or similar
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision
401k with a Discretionary Company Match & 100% Immediate Vesting
Company Paid Life and AD&D policy. (Voluntary Buy-up options)
Short & Long-Term Disability
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid Holidays
AND MORE!
Company
AIS Infrastructure
AIS Infrastructure is a Heavy Civil Construction and Sitework firm.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknown2018-10-25Acquired
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