Vice President of Equipment - Archbold - Miller Bros. Const., Inc.

Description

I. Summary:

The Vice President of Equipment plays a critical leadership role in supporting Miller Bros. Const., Inc.'s continued growth in the heavy highway and site development industry. This position works collaboratively with colleagues, project teams and senior management to uphold MBC's commitment to safety, operational excellence and efficiency. The VP oversees all aspects of equipment operations – developing strategy, improving performance, managing procurement and ensuring compliance with company and regulatory standards. Success in this role requires professionalism, integrity and respect in every interaction with clients, vendors and MBC staff.

II. Essential Functions – The Core Responsibilities of this job.

Safety & Operational Excellence

• Safety FIRST in all agendas, meeting and planning of any and all activities
• Know, communication and enforce MBC's Corporate Safety Plan and Policies
• Maintain a fleet equipment in excellent working condition that is sufficient to meet all the company's requirements and needs at a reasonable cost
• Supervise the Equipment Manager and assist in the development and growth of the equipment management staff

Equipment Efficiency

• Manage work activities to most efficiently control repair and operating costs
• Manage the equipment acquisition and disposal process including purchase vs. rental decisions and life cycle analysis. Work closely with the Accounting department in equipment financing decisions.
• Supervise the repair and maintenance programs and equipment operations including the parts/supplies warehouse and shop facilities management in an effort to improve efficiency, productivity, cost control and effectiveness
• Develop internal equipment billing rates and review periodically to determine they adequately reflect actual costs
• Oversee scheduling and work closely with V.P. Public and V.P. Private for the best utilization of all MBC equipment and evaluation of new equipment needs

Budgeting & Business Strategies

• Work closely with others in the senior management group to think strategically to develop growth and business strategies, goals and action plans
• Review utilization of equipment to manage the usage, purchase, sale and movement of equipment
• Communicate with all departments to determine each other's needs and to coordinate actions for the benefit of all
• Participate in compiling and reviewing annual budgets for all of MBC and managing monthly cost reporting
• Share regular updates with the senior management team and with the Advisory Board at the quarterly meetings and as requested
• Utilize data analytics where appropriate to evaluate performance and make informed decisions

Team Collaboration & Business Relationships

• Develop a strong TEAM by constantly communicating and engaging employees
• Promote MBC Core Values with all employees, clients and colleagues
• Remain instrumental in the hiring, training, developing mentoring and evaluating of all equipment personnel with an emphasis on finding, training and retaining qualified mechanics
• Manage relationships with vendors and suppliers to ensure we are receiving the best pricing and service on purchase of equipment, parts, supplies, fuel and repaid services
• Provide customer service in all aspects of its operations

III. Job Requirements

Qualifications & Expectations

• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business or related field (preferred)
• 10-15 years or progressive equipment management experience in heavy civil construction
• Proven leadership in fleet strategy, budgeting and vendor relations
• Experience with ERP and/or equipment management systems
• Strong financial acumen and ability to interpret cost data
• CEM certification (preferred)

Working Conditions:

• This position is based in an office environment
• Requires the ability to sit, stand, walk, and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds
• Must be comfortable working in diverse environments
• Travel is required approximately 15% of the time, including to project sites, satellite offices, or for company-wide training and development initiatives
• Occasional extended hours or adjusted work schedules may be necessary to support deadlines
• Ability to work with occasional exposure to dirty and dusty conditions and extreme weather

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the associate(s) incumbent in this position. A review of this Job Description has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of the fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform each job duty proficiently. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities.

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship.

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All phases of employment including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, selection for training, promotion, demotion, discipline, rates of pay or other compensation, transfer, layoff, termination, recall, use of all facilities, and participation in all company-sponsored activities, will be administered so as to further the principle of equal employment opportunity.