VP of Drilling and Foundation

About Us

PAR Electrical Contractors, LLC is a premier outside electrical infrastructure construction company based in Kansas City, Missouri. A subsidiary of Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE:PWR), PAR is one of the founding members of Quanta Services and among the largest union contractors in the U.S. PAR’s employees are the reason for the success of our company. Our reputation attracts the highest quality personnel, people who are committed to producing projects that set a standard for excellence. At PAR, we take on the most challenging and complex projects we can find, and we hire people who thrive on hard work and demanding opportunities.

About this Role

PAR Electrical Contractors, LLC is a premier outside electrical infrastructure construction company based in Kansas City, Missouri. A subsidiary of Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE:PWR), PAR is one of the founding members of Quanta Services and among the largest union contractors in the U.S. PAR’s employees are the reason for the success of our company. Our reputation attracts the highest quality personnel, people who are committed to producing projects that set a standard for excellence. At PAR, we take on the most challenging and complex projects we can find, and we hire people who thrive on hard work and demanding opportunities.

 

PAR Electrical Contractors, LLC is looking for a Vice President, Drilling for our corporate office located in Lenexa, KS. 

 

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Vice President of Drilling to join our executive team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in drilling and renewables within the electrical contracting industry, with proven leadership skills and a strategic mindset. As the Vice President of Drilling, you will be responsible for overseeing and optimizing drilling activities for electrical and renewable projects. The day-to-day will involve strategic planning and operational leadership to ensure successful drilling operations for PAR Electrical Contractors.

 

Compensation: This is an exempt/salary position. The pay range is $160,000 - $225,000. Pay may vary depending on your location, skills, and experience.

What You'll Do

• Lead and manage drilling teams, drillers, and support personnel, to ensure efficient and safe execution of drilling operations.
• Establish a technical department with expertise in drilling techniques, equipment selection and logistics aimed at maximizing productivity.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance drilling productivity, reduce downtime, and increase overall project profitability.
• Develop and manage budgets, schedules, and performance metrics for drilling operations, and provide regular reports to executive leadership.
• Monitor drilling operations to ensure compliance with safety standards, environmental regulations, and project specifications.
• Foster a culture of safety, innovation, and excellence, and foster professional development opportunities.
• Prepare and present project reports to the executive team and board of directors.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, technologies, and best practices to maintain the company’s competitive edge.
• Monitor and manage project risks, resolving issues that arise during the course of construction.
• Oversee the end-to-end delivery of the drilling and renewable projects, from conceptual design/bid through project closeout.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant federal, state and local regulations, as well as industry standards.
• Manage contract negotiations, vendor management, and procurement activities related to drilling for transmission and renewable construction.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, contractors, suppliers and internal teams.
• Represent the company at industry conferences, regulatory meetings, and other public forums.
• Oversee financial performance, including forecasting, cost control and financial reporting.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and increased profitability without compromising quality and safety.

What You'll Bring

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, Civil Engineer, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in the electrical contracting or drilling construction industries, with at least 5 years in a senior management role.
• Proven track record of successfully managing large-scale projects from inception to completion.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• In-depth knowledge of industry regulations, standards, and best practices.
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