Vice President of Operations
Description
Position and Responsibilities Overview
Responsible for overall performance of Operations Department of RK Mechanical, LLC. Responsible for business development, work acquisitions and work execution by all of the groups and business units within the operations department.
• Work with each operations group and business unit manager on both performance and operations of their group(s) or business unit(s), giving them guidance on difficult issues.
• Oversee and/or review all operations department major, difficult and/or legal issues, problems or challenges.
• Group and business unit managers will keep the vice president – operations appraised of all major developments and concerns on these types of issues.
• Responsible for development, training, implementation and enforcement of operations department standard policies and procedures.
• Work with other department managers to make sure they have adequate staff and are providing the required services to the operations department.
• Work with each group and business unit manager on staffing decisions. Participate in interview process on all key hires.
• Conduct monthly project management meetings for the purpose of reviewing and/or resolving major performance and financial issues, and keeping all managers updated on department and corporate developments.
• Responsible for overall vision, strategic planning and long-range business development for the operations department.
• Responsible for overall customer – external and internal – satisfaction and relationships. Work with each group and business unit manager to assure customer satisfaction.
• Maintain proper staff and structure within the operations department.
• Review all employee performance review forms to assure proper personnel interface between employee and the supervisor within the operations department.
• Responsible for overall employee compensation and bonus administration within operations department.
• Review, address and appropriate resolve other department managers concerns related to performance of the operations department.
• Assist with corporate marketing needs.
• Provide leadership mentoring, coaching, guidance and support for all operations department personnel.
• Responsible for overall financial performance of operations department.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures.
• All employees are accountable for safety and health and are empowered to stop work if an unsafe condition is present. Employees should immediately notify their supervisor so that the hazard may be corrected.
• RK Industries, LLC employees and subcontractors are required to implement and maintain all safety and health systems practices including the training requirements of RK Industries, LLC Orientation and CPR/First Aid/AED/Bloodborne Pathogens.
• Owns part of the company business strategy development and support initiatives.
• Establishes directions and leads the development of short and long-term corporate strategies and objectives.
• Determines and promotes company goals, strategies, products, services and achievements to key internal and external stakeholders.
• Ultimate accountability for performance results of the organization.
• Accountable for mission-critical decisions and integrating strategies cross-functionally.
• 20+ years of experience expected.
• Master’s college/university graduate with equivalent combination of skills and experience required.
Company Benefits
- Comprehensive medical plans with HSA and FSA options for you and your family.
- Generous 401(k) plan with immediate company match – 100% vested.
- Dental and vision insurance for your well-being.
- Short-term and long-term disability plans available after one year.
- Company provided life insurance and AD&D with options for supplemental buy-ups.
- Enjoy paid time off and holidays.
- Get paid weekly for your convenience.
In-house Programs
- Elevate your skills with career development training at RK University.
- Unlock discounts on essential products and services like phones, internet and work apparel.
- Participate in fun company and team-building events.
- Make a difference with volunteering opportunities.
- Access confidential counseling for personal issues and financial advice.
- Enjoy exclusive discounts on entertainment, including amusement park tickets and restaurant specials.
See the Accountability section on the Job Description. If it varies from the Safety section below, include it here. (single space, left adjusted bullet points)
- Comply with all company policies and procedures.
- All employees are accountable for safety and health and are empowered to stop work if an unsafe condition is present. Employees should immediately notify their supervisor so that the hazard may be corrected.
- RK Mechanical employees and subcontractors are required to implement and maintain all safety and health systems practices including the training requirements of RK Mechanical Orientation, shop specific orientation, CPR/First Aid/AED/Bloodborne Pathogens, Hazard Identification and Reporting, and OSHA 10.
COMPANY AWARDS
Denver Business Journal Denver-Area Private Companies: Ranked #21 in 2021, #19 in 2019 and various ranks in previous ten years or more
Denver Business Journal Denver-Area Private Sector Employers: Ranked #12 in 2022, #25 in 2021, #19 in 2019
Denver Business Journal Fastest-Growing Denver-Area Private Companies: Ranked #6, 2019
Denver Business Journal Fast 50 list: Ranked #6 2019
ABC’s Top 200 Performers: Ranked #31 in 2022, Ranked #22 in 2021, Ranked #16 in 2020, Ranked #18 in 2019
ABC’s Top 75 Trade Contractors: Ranked #11 in 2022, Ranked #7 in 2021
ABC’s Top Performers by Market:
Airport Contractor: Ranked #15 in 2022
Entertainment Contractor: Ranked #9 in 2022
High Tech Contractor: Ranked #8 in 2022
Hospitality Contractor: Ranked #10 in 2022
Mixed Use Contractor: Ranked #6 in 2022
Museums, Monuments and Parks Contractor: Ranked #9 in 2022
Office Contractor: Ranked #20 in 2022
Wellness Workdays and Harvard Medical School Best Wellness Employer Certification: 2019 Silver
ColoradoBiz Magazine Top Company 2021 Awards: Winner, Category: Construction + Engineering
ColoradoBiz Magazine Top Company 2017 Awards: Winner, Category: Construction + Engineering
ColoradoBiz Magazine Top 50 Family Owned Companies: Ranked #1 since 2011
ColoradoBiz Magazine Top 200 Private Companies: Ranked #8 in 2021 and 2020, Ranked #10 in 2019, Ranked #11 2018
ColoradoBiz Magazine Top 250 Private Companies: Every year since 2011
American Heart Association Fit-Friendly Worksite Award: 2020 (Gold), 2019 (Gold), 2018 (Gold), 2017 (Silver), 2016 (Platinum), 2015 (Gold)
Colorado Workforce Development Council: Celebration of Excellence in Apprenticeship, 2018 Outstanding Employer
Business Experiential Learning Commission: 2020 Colorado Apprentice Award, Employer category
Engineering News Record Specialty Contractor of the Year - Mountain States: 2020
Health Links Healthy Workplace: Certified leader in 2022 and 2021
RK MECHANICAL AWARDS
ABC’s Top 20 Plumbing/HVAC Contractors: Ranked #2 in 2022, Ranked #3, 2021, Ranked #2, 2020
Denver Business Journal Denver-Area Mechanical Contractors: Ranked #1 since 2015
ABC Excellence In Construction Awards (Regional)
Miramar - Salt Lake Data Center, 2021 Award of Excellence
Ascent Union Station, 2020 Award of Excellence
Engineering News Record Top 600 Specialty Contractors: #97 in 2022, #101 in 2021, #95 in 2020, #70 in 2019, #67 in 2018
Engineering News Record Top 50 Mechanical Firms: #33 in 2022, #47 in 2021, #39 in 2020, #29 in 2019, 2011-2017
SAFETY AWARDS
ABC STEP Awards: Diamond level: 2022, 2017, Platinum level: 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2016, 2015, 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008
ACCA Award Member: Safety Master’s Club
AGC Safety Utah: Silver Award with 5 stars, 2022
COMMUNITY AND PHILANTHROPY
Denver Business Journal Corporate Foundations: Ranked # 6 in 2021, #7 in 2020, #6 in 2019
Denver Business Journal Denver Area Corporate Philanthropists: Ranked #22 in 2021, #23 in 2020
The Civic 50 Colorado: One of the most community-minded companies 2020, 2019
Carson J Spencer Foundation: 2015 Corporate Shooting Star Award for RK’s suicide prevention efforts
RK Industries, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law