VP of Operations

At Nox Group, we are dedicated to humanizing construction as one of the fastest-growing industrial enterprises in the US. Nox Group owns and operates Corbins, RMCI, Nox Innovations, and Construction Labels, and our teams set the standard as industry leaders. As we continue to expand our reach nationwide, we seek people who are passionate about personal growth and eager to make a positive impact throughout the industries and communities we serve. We prioritize our people, our partners, and our relationships. Start your journey today and join our skilled team.

Corbins is seeking a VP of Operations – Texas Region to provide executive leadership and help shape the next phase of our growth across Texas. This is a high-impact role for a proven operations leader who can build and scale the infrastructure needed to deliver complex, large-scale data center programs while owning full P&L responsibility for the Texas electrical operations portfolio.

The ideal candidate brings deep experience in mission-critical electrical construction, a strong track record of leading high-performing teams, and the strategic vision to grow Corbins’ presence in one of the fastest-growing data center markets in the country. This leader will play a key role in driving operational excellence, strengthening client partnerships, and creating scalable systems that support long-term regional growth.

Responsibilities

Regional Operational Leadership (Texas)

Lead all electrical operations across Texas, including active data center campuses and new market expansion

Build and scale operational infrastructure to support concurrent, large-scale data center builds

Standardize execution strategies across projects to ensure speed, consistency, and quality

Mission-Critical Project Execution

Provide executive oversight on hyperscale and colocation data center projects

Ensure aggressive schedules are met, including fast-track and phased turnover requirements

Drive consistency in installation of critical systems (MV/LV distribution, UPS, generators, switchgear, busway, and controls)

Partner with commissioning teams to ensure seamless turnover and uptime reliability

Financial & Commercial Management

Own full P&L responsibility for the Texas electrical operations portfolio

Oversee cost control, productivity tracking, and margin performance across all projects

Partner with preconstruction and estimating to align pricing with market conditions and execution strategy

Manage contractual risk, change order strategy, and procurement planning for long-lead equipment

Workforce Strategy & Labor Management

Develop and execute workforce strategies to meet Texas labor demands, including scaling field labor for peak builds

Build relationships with local labor sources, training programs, and staffing pipelines

Optimize crew mix, productivity, and supervision ratios across multiple concurrent projects

Strategic Growth & Client Engagement

Partner with business development to secure hyperscale and colocation clients in Texas

Serve as executive contact for key clients including owners, developers, and general contractors

Support pursuit strategies, interviews, and operational positioning for new awards

Supply Chain & Prefabrication

Drive procurement strategies for critical equipment (switchgear, generators, UPS systems, etc.)

Integrate prefabrication and modular construction approaches to improve schedule and efficiency

Collaborate with vendors and manufacturers to mitigate supply chain risks

Safety, Quality & Compliance

Champion a zero-incident safety culture across all projects

Ensure adherence to all regulatory requirements, client standards, and commissioning protocols

Drive quality control processes aligned with mission-critical expectations

Leadership & Team Development

Lead and develop a high-performing team of project executives, directors, and field leadership

Establish clear accountability, KPIs, and performance expectations

Mentor future leaders and build depth within the organization to support growth

Qualifications

Ability to assume responsibility, interface, and effectively communicate at all levels of the organization

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)

Positive and teachable attitude with a commitment to continuous improvement

Excellent organizational, verbal, written, and presentation skills

Proven ability to lead large operational teams and deliver results across multiple concurrent projects

Strong knowledge of Texas labor market dynamics and the regional construction environment

Education & Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field (preferred)

15+ years of electrical construction experience, with significant focus on data centers or mission-critical environments

7–10+ years in senior operational leadership roles with direct P&L responsibility

Proven experience delivering hyperscale or large colocation data center projects in Texas or similar high-growth markets

Extensive relevant construction experience will be considered in lieu of formal education

Safety Level

This is a safety sensitive position, and all applicable policies including drug test and background check will apply.

The inherent responsibilities of your role may include physical working conditions. In order to safely and successfully perform job duties you must be able to:

Potentially lift up to 50 pounds

Potentially need to do repeated pushing, pulling, carrying, reaching (or working above shoulder), walking, standing, sitting, stooping, kneeling, bending, and climbing

Potentially operate a motor vehicle, crane, tractor, etc.

We reserve the right to continually monitor your ability to safely and successfully complete these inherent physical responsibilities and take action as deemed appropriate in accordance with the Americans with Disability Act (ADA)

It has been and continues to be the long-standing policy of any Nox Group operating company to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Nox Group and all of its subsidiaries comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.