Vice President of Operations at CHALLENGER BUILDING LLC

Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Apr, 26

Salary

200000.0

Posted On

07 Jan, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Production Homebuilding, Fiscal Management, Regulatory Compliance, Planning, Organizing, Supervising, Problem-Solving, Decision-Making, Communication, Leadership, Customer Satisfaction, Process Improvement, Analytical Skills, Time Management, Interpersonal Skills, Quality Assurance

Industry

Construction

Description

Description Join Challenger Homes, one of Colorado Springs’ largest homebuilders. At Challenger Homes, we’re energetic and passionate about what we do. We value creative, flexible, thorough, bold, and determined people in our organization with a passion for building beautiful communities. Our company's mission is “Making Life Better” for our customers, trade partners, investors, employees, and our community. Together, we contribute to the success of the organization, but also to the success and growth of our community. We understand the impact we have and strive to develop and build in smart, innovative ways that we are proud to call our communities. We seek qualified candidates who share our vision, values, and mission. We are searching for an experienced Vice President of Operations to provide strategic direction, grow the company, and ensure its sustainability. Job Title: Vice President of Operations Company: Challenger Building, LLC Department: Executive Reports to: President & CEO Job Type: Regular Full-Time Work Hours: Monday-Friday (varies) Effective Date: January 2026 Exemption Status: Exempt Salary Range: $170,000 - $200,000/year Profit Sharing: Company Profit Sharing is available and based on business results Benefits: • Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance • Life/Accidental Death Insurance/Short-Term Disability • Paid Time Off (PTO) • 401K Investment with 6% company match Role Summary: Provide strategic direction, grow the company, and ensure its sustainability Supervisory Responsibilities: Director of Construction, Director of Internal Operations, and Architecture Essential Functions: Leads daily operations – Design Center/Purchasing/Estimating/Closings/Construction/Warranty/QA Ensures goals, staffing, and spending of each department fit within the company’s overall budget and plan Ensures the company’s quarterly and annual objectives are achieved Designs and manages internal business that is Efficient, Consistent, and Predictable Identifies, tracks, and reports key performance indicators and business information Develops individual, departmental and company capabilities Achieves the company’s goals for safety, outstanding customer satisfaction, and willingness to refer Responsibilities: • Works with the President to establish the business plan and goals for the company’s profitability and growth • Ensures the company’s quarterly and annual objectives are achieved • Designs and manages internal business that is Efficient, Consistent, and Predictable • Drives continuous improvement in construction cycle times, managing costs, and delivering excellent value and quality to our customers • Works with the President to oversee all operations of the company and measure specific KPI’s. Leadership development of the business units will center around Design Center, Purchasing, Estimating, Closings, Construction, Warranty, and Quality Assurance • Reviews operations and performance of the various aspects of the company. Works with the President to take corrective action as deemed necessary to achieve goals • Focuses daily on processes and procedures to maximize resources to meet company goals and objectives • Promotes an atmosphere of accountability that focuses on quality and customer satisfaction • Fosters an environment and processes to create repeat customers • Ensures the management staff receives adequate functional data, assistance, and service from staff groups/departments • Conducts all business in a professional and ethical manner to serve customers and increase the goodwill and profit of the company • Builds strategic relationships and a network of business contacts • Constantly monitors the market, identifies trends, and supports the President to react quickly • Ensures division compliance with all company policies and procedures and enforces all established standards • Works with the President to provide counsel, guidance, and coaching to the management staff in developing their personal management, capabilities, and professional skills • Responsible for achieving business plan results, building and maintaining trade partner relationships, and leading and developing multiple teams • Supports short and long-range construction management and planning • Ensures goals, staffing & spending of each department fit within the company’s overall budget and plan • Provides regular reporting on operational efficiency, cycle time, and cost reduction opportunities • When necessary, attends hearings for the proposed projects and meets with government officials Minimum Required Education/Credentials/Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: • Experience: At least 10 years of production homebuilding experience and in a senior management role: should include: Construction, Operations, Land Development, or Purchasing • Knowledge of fiscal management • Knowledge of governmental regulations and code compliance requirements • Skilled in planning, organizing, and supervising • Skilled in exercising a high degree of initiative, judgment, discretion, problem-solving, and decision-making • Effective verbal and written communication skills • Ability to perform under elevated levels of stress and ability to make independent decisions • Demonstrated ability to develop and implement process improvements Preferred Education/Credentials/Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: · Excellent verbal and written communication skills · Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills · Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail · Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines · Strong analytical and problem-solving skills · Strong supervisory and leadership skills · Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate · Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment · Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software Work Environment/Physical Requirements: Work Environment: Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer, and the ability to visit homebuilding construction sites Physical Demands: Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times An Equal Opportunity Employer/Smoke-free campus

Responsibilities

The Vice President of Operations will provide strategic direction, grow the company, and ensure its sustainability. This includes leading daily operations, achieving company objectives, and driving continuous improvement in construction processes.