Chief Operating Officer

The Chief Operating Officer (COO), DCS Asset Maintenance, is responsible for the overall strategic, operational, and financial performance of the Asset Maintenance business. The COO serves as the senior executive leader of the business and is accountable for delivering profitability, operational excellence, customer satisfaction, safety performance, and sustainable growth across a portfolio of roadway and infrastructure maintenance contracts throughout the United States. Working closely with the CEO and executive leadership team, the COO develops and executes business strategies that support geographic expansion, market growth, operational scalability, and long-term value creation. This role carries full responsibility for the Asset Maintenance business performance and serves as the primary executive accountable for achieving strategic, operational, and financial objectives.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute the long-term strategic plan; Partner with business development teams to pursue new contracts, strategic partnerships, and growth opportunities; Lead operational planning and mobilization efforts for major contract awards and new market entries; Develop scalable operational models; Provide executive leadership and oversight of all Asset operations; Establish operational standards; Create a culture of execution; Drive continuous improvement initiatives; Ensure successful project delivery; Build operational infrastructure; Maintain full profit and loss accountability; Develop annual business plans, operating budgets, and growth forecasts; Drive margin improvement and operational efficiency; Monitor performance against KPIs; Partner with Finance on capital investment strategies; Lead and develop a high-performing team; Build organizational capability through succession planning and talent management; Foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement; Ensure company culture remains strong; Serve as executive sponsor for key client relationships; Partner with customers to expand services; Promote exceptional customer experiences; Represent the organization with industry associations and governmental agencies; Ensure adherence to contractual obligations and regulatory requirements; Lead risk management initiatives; Maintain focus on quality, compliance, and governance.

Requirements

Proven executive leadership experience (minimum 10 years) managing multi-site infrastructure, transportation, asset management, construction, or maintenance operations; Demonstrated success leading organizations through aggressive growth and geographic expansion; Strong operational execution expertise with business development mindset combined; Experience managing large P&L responsibilities (100mm+ required); Proven ability to balance strategic thinking with operational discipline; Proven ability to select, negotiate and manage subcontractors and subcontractor agreements to seamlessly deliver contract compliance; Proven leader capable of building high-performing teams and future leaders.

Nice to have

State DOT experience; Experience with PBMC

Benefits

Generous compensation packages; Employee engagement events; Career development programs; Company sponsored medical insurance; Dental insurance; Vision insurance; Life insurance; Paid time off; Paid holidays