Vice President of Aviation (Established Construction Company)

Vice President of Aviation (Established Construction Company) Oak Brook, IL Job Details $150,000•$225,000 a year 4 days ago Qualifications Resource allocation Financial forecasting Managerial strategic planning Budget management Civil engineering Strategic management Construction negotiation Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering Operational risk management Identifying new business opportunities Engineering Regulatory compliance Bachelor's degree in construction management Environmental compliance Airport infrastructure projects Collaborating with government agencies Master's degree Profit & loss Business development Driver's License Bidding project phase Bachelor's degree in engineering Bachelor's degree Continuous improvement Federal Aviation Regulations Quality control Construction team management Competitive bidding Estimating construction project budgets Aviation Contracts Bachelor's degree in civil engineering Construction scheduling Working on electrical projects Environmental regulatory compliance Procurement contract negotiation Financial management Senior level Electrical Engineering Construction change order management Civil Engineering Leadership Construction Management Communication skills Staffing management Project stakeholder communication Project scheduling Stakeholder relationship building Project management in construction Senior leadership Stakeholder management 10 years Working on construction estimation projects

Full Job Description Experience:

VP Salary:

$150,000•$225,000 per year Job Details•

Education & Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aviation / Aeronautical Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline. Master's degree or advanced management training is a plus. At least 10-15 years of experience in infrastructure / aviation construction, including leading aviation-specific projects (airport runways, lighting systems, airfield electrical, navigational aids, etc.). Demonstrated success in senior leadership roles: managing diverse teams, multiple projects, P&L accountability, staffing, budgeting, scheduling, and risk management.

Technical & Operational Competencies:

Deep knowledge of airport regulations, FAA standards, NFPA, ICAO (if applicable), lighting, signage, airfield safety, electrical and communications systems in aviation contexts. Experience with bidding, estimating, procurement, contract negotiation specifically for aviation/airport projects. Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, site utilities, environmental compliance, and civil/structural/A&E coordination.

Strong financial acumen:

cost forecasting, profitability management, change order management.

Leadership & Strategic Skills:

Vision for growing an aviation business line: ability to see market opportunities, position the company competitively, build relationships (with airports, government agencies, consultants, regulatory bodies).

Stakeholder management:

ability to engage internal teams, subcontractors, clients, regulators, and partners with clarity and integrity. Ability to operate in ambiguous or rapidly changing regulatory / environmental contexts. Commitment to safety culture, quality control, and continuous improvement.

Other:

Willingness to travel to project sites, airports, client meetings, as needed (potentially regional or national).

Excellent communication skills:

both written and verbal; ability to present to executive leadership, boards, regulatory agencies, and external stakeholders. Valid driver's license; ability to manage safety credentials and/or clearances required for aviation sites.

A bit about us:

•This company is a long-established general contractor, operating since the early 1900's. Our mission is connecting people and improving their lives through infrastructure systems. We're certified as a Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) through a national supply chain organization, and that status aligns with our values around diversity, excellence, safety, quality, integrity, and service. Our portfolio spans electrical infrastructure, telecommunications, rail / commuter transit, power/utility work, site utilities, and related infrastructure sectors. If you are an experienced aviation construction professional, please apply today to be considered within 24 hours! Why join us?•Joining this company as Vice President of Aviation means:

Influence & Impact:

You will help shape and lead an aviation infrastructure practice (or expand/optimize existing aviation-related offerings), contributing to large scale regional projects that are critical to transportation, safety, and public impact.

Strong Values, Deep History:

Working for a firm with over a century of operations, strong reputation, and commitment to its people. You'll find a culture that cares about doing work safely, ethically, and with respect for quality.

Growth Opportunity:

As aviation infrastructure becomes more complex and demanded (airfields, airport systems, lighting, navigational aids, power systems, airfield paving or electrical/communications), there's room to build out the team, define strategy, and lead innovation.

Cross-disciplinary Collaboration:

You will work with engineering, construction operations, estimating, safety, regulatory compliance, and client relationships. You'll be part of an executive leadership team and have a voice in strategic planning, resource allocation, and market development.

Competitive Rewards & Stability:

Given this company's established presence and diverse client base (utilities, public agencies, transit authorities), there is both stability and opportunity for strong performance, recognition, and advancement. #construction #budgeting #people-management #aviation-construction #tier2