Vice President of Operations AZNM

Vulcan Materials - Phoenix, AZ

Full-time - Executive

Phoenix, AZ

Petroleum and Coal Products Manufacturing

About the position

The Vice President of Operations at Vulcan Materials Company is responsible for leading and managing all aspects of a divisional operating area, overseeing multiple aggregate sites and Hot Mix Asphalt operations. This role focuses on optimizing performance, ensuring compliance with regulations, and fostering a culture of safety, quality, and profitability. The position requires strategic thinking and operational expertise to support the division's growth goals while promoting effective teamwork and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Provide vision and strategic guidance for operations in the assigned geographic area.
• Ensure compliance with Company and Division Safety, Health and Environmental (SHE) policies and procedures.
• Improve operating performance through effective planning, goal setting, coaching, and feedback.
• Collaborate with divisional peers and President to enhance overall performance.
• Address customer relations and service requirements in collaboration with the sales team.
• Develop a flexible culture focused on customer satisfaction and problem-solving.
• Ensure materials are processed according to specifications and quality standards.
• Drive effective maintenance programs for equipment and sites.
• Manage automation and process improvement goals for assigned plants.
• Lead the annual operating and capital budget process for the assigned area.
• Oversee capital projects to ensure completion within cost projections.
• Participate in divisional business planning and develop engineering plans for plants.
• Ensure all permits and reclamation plans are current and compliant.
• Attend government and community meetings for mining permits.
• Oversee training and process improvement activities for employees.
• Maintain high employee satisfaction through proactive relations activities.
• Lead leaders and manage financial and operating decisions effectively.
• Identify new business opportunities and participate in acquisition reviews.
• Champion new technologies and process improvements for efficiency.

Requirements

• BA/BS degree in Engineering or Business Administration or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years of experience in construction materials operations management.
• Strong knowledge of aggregate production processes, equipment, and technologies.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute strategic plans.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven track record of achieving financial and operational targets.
• Ability to interact successfully with all levels of the organization and external constituents.
• Strong conflict resolution skills and ability to address delicate issues.

Nice-to-haves

• Knowledge of state and federal health, safety, and environmental regulations.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision programs
• Paid vacation, personal floating days, and paid holidays
• 401(k) with company match and contribution
• Training and development programs