VP - Construction

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Colas Inc. is the corporate office of Colas USA, a materials and heavy highway/infrastructure leader that began operations in 1979 with the acquisition of Barrett Paving Materials. The headquarters office of Colas Inc. is located in Morristown, New Jersey, but our employees also work within our eight (8) subsidiary companies operating throughout the United States from New York to Alaska. The Colas USA Family of Companies provides competitive pay, outstanding benefits, career advancement opportunities, professional education, and extensive training for every employee.

We pride ourselves on upholding the highest standards of safety, environmental conservation, and ethical conduct as we strive to grow our infrastructure products and services through empowering and developing our people, fostering innovation, utilizing new technology, and maximizing vertical integration at all levels of the company’s value chain. To learn more about the Colas USA Family of Companies, please visit

The Vice President of Construction is a senior executive responsible for providing strategic leadership and operational oversight for all construction activities across the company’s portfolio—including asphalt paving, road and bridge projects, utility work, and concrete construction. This role ensures that business objectives are aligned with project execution, driving safety, quality, and profitability throughout the organization. The VP reports directly to the President/CEO and serves as a key member of the executive leadership team.

Strategic Leadership

• Drive the Company’s safety culture and all safety initiatives, including those defined and implemented by the Safety Steering and Continuous Improvement teams
• Promote organizational core values, vision, mission, code of ethics, and safety, workplace conduct, and other policies and best practices
• Develop and execute operational strategies that align with overall company goals and objectives for medium and long-term development
• Mentor project management and operations leaders, supporting professional growth and succession planning
• Respond to employee feedback and drive initiatives to attract, develop, and retain top talent
• Drive change initiatives to maintain a dynamic and flexible business model responsive to market conditions
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders

Operational Oversight

• Provide general oversight and direction to project management and construction operations teams
• Oversee and direct construction planning processes, including budgeting, bidding, and scheduling
• Ensure efficient utilization of materials, equipment, and personnel while promoting safety, quality, and profitability
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of the market area, products/services, sales approach, regulations, and business climate
• Ensure operational practices comply with safety, environmental, and other regulatory requirements
• Oversee budget, forecasting, and bid processes for construction operations
• Analyze market data to develop market strategies, bid targets, and performance goals
• Set and monitor financial goals, targets, and KPIs for construction operations
• Approve budgets and capital planning; routinely review expenses, budgets, and cost reports
• Present financial and operational results to executive leadership
• Ensure business practices align with ethics policies, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, construction management or related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience); advanced degree preferred
• Valid drivers’ license and ability to maintain a clean driving record

Skills:

• 10+ years of progressive experience in heavy civil construction and/or related field
• 5+ years in a mid to senior level leadership role, with demonstrated ability to mentor and develop teams
• Strong financial acumen: budgeting, forecasting, and data analysis
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Advanced proficiency in construction software, project management tools, ERP systems, and Microsoft…