VP Of Projects (Construction)

Orion GroupParamus, NJ

$150,000 - $250,000 / year

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Overview

Schedule

Full-time

Education

Engineering (PE)

PMP

Career level

Executive

Remote

Compensation

$150,000-$250,000/year

Job Description

About the role

We are seeking a driven and results-oriented VP of Projects (Construction) to lead our ~$30M construction business unit at Leo Facility Services. You will own the P&L, drive growth and profitability, and lead a team delivering projects across rollouts, remodels, buildouts, and ground-up construction. This is a highly visible leadership role that demands strategic vision and decisive, hands-on execution.

What you'll do

Own the portfolio P&L: revenue, GM%, cash (billing/collections), and overhead to plan.
Model work ethic and ownership: be visible on sites, tackle issues early, and set a high bar for pace and quality.
Govern WIP, invoicing milestones, and AR aging; drive AR >60 reduction and claim resolution.
Deliver a programmatic playbook for roll-outs: scope control, site readiness gates, standardized closeout.
Enforce baseline schedules and cost controls; apply earned-value and variance reviews to keep projects on plan.
Own stage-gates from feasibility and precon through execution, punch, handover, and documentation.
Maintain risk registers (permitting, site access, supply chain); prequalify vendors; ensure regulatory compliance.
Serve as executive sponsor for key project accounts; lead QBRs and portfolio reviews with clear dashboards.
Identify scope growth and renewals; partner with sales organization on pursuits and pricing strategies.
Lead a team across project management, field/ops, estimating/precon, and project controls.
Hire, onboard, coach, and succession-plan; align staffing to backlog and site cadence.
Institutionalize a weekly operations review covering revenue, GM bridges, schedule variance, TRIR, and AR aging.

What you bring

Required

Proven P&L ownership with 10-15+ years leading enterprise-scale, national, multi-site construction/program roll-outs in retail/real estate or similar.
Mastery of scheduling, cost control, WIP/AR, change orders, and closeout across $200K-$1M projects.
Experience leading team and national vendor management.
Proficiency with project management tools, systems, and processes in the commercial real estate and construction industry.
Ability to scale with experience: standardized playbooks, vendor network upgrade, schedule/cash improvements."
Willingness for U.S.-based with ~25% travel to client sites and vendors.
"Demonstrated extreme ownership & work ethic: decisive on-site leadership, crisp follow-through, bias to action."

Preferred

Launched a Cloud-based Construction Management Platform (e.g., Procore, Autodesk) or similar at scale; MS Project/P6 scheduling at portfolio level
Store development experience; preconstruction/estimating exposure.
BIM and scheduling tools (MS Project/P6); multi-state permitting familiarity.
Bachelor's in Construction Management, Engineering, or related; PMP/PE a plus.

Leo determines compensation based on the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. Total compensation for this role ranges from $150,000 - $250,000, inclusive of base salary and annual performance bonus. Final compensation will be determined based on a number of factors including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience

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FAQs About VP Of Projects (Construction) Jobs at Orion Group

What is the work location for this position at Orion Group?

This job at Orion Group is located in Paramus, NJ, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.

What pay range can candidates expect for this role at Orion Group?

Candidates can expect a pay range of $150,000 and $250,000 per year.

What employment applies to this position at Orion Group?

Orion Group lists this role as a Full-time position.

What experience level is required for this role at Orion Group?

Orion Group is looking for a candidate with "Executive" experience level.

Does Orion Group allow remote work for this role?

Yes, this position at Orion Group supports remote work, giving candidates the flexibility to work outside the primary office location.

What education level is required for this job?

The education requirement for this position includes Engineering (PE) and PMP. Candidates with relevant qualifications or equivalent experience may also be considered.

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