Vice President of Operations
Location: Southern California (Flexible within region – LA to San Diego corridor)
Industry: B2B Services | Private Equity-Backed | Multi-Site Field Operations
The Opportunity
A rapidly growing private equity-backed services platform is seeking a Vice President of Operations to join its senior leadership team. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead day-to-day operations across a network of 10+ locations, support the integration of newly acquired businesses, and help scale the company from ~$50M to $100M+ in revenue.
The VP of Operations will report directly to the CEO and serve as a critical partner in driving operational excellence, cultural alignment, and post-M&A integration across the organization.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee and optimize operations across a multi-site footprint, with full ownership of team performance, service delivery, and site-level P&Ls
- Lead and develop a team of branch and regional managers, fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and frontline empowerment
- Collaborate with senior leadership on growth initiatives, including the integration of newly acquired partner companies
- Leverage data and KPIs to monitor performance, identify opportunities, and improve field productivity and financial outcomes
- Ensure operational consistency while respecting the unique strengths of each site and local team
- Serve as a cultural steward and change leader during a period of significant expansion
Qualifications
- 8+ years of operational leadership experience in a multi-site, field-based service business (e.g., facilities, building services, logistics, trades, residential or commercial services)
- Proven success managing P&Ls and driving performance in a decentralized environment
- Experience operating within a private equity-backed company or other high-growth, investor-led setting
- Demonstrated ability to lead through change, build strong local teams, and drive results through hands-on leadership
- Willingness to travel across Southern California (~50%)
- Spanish language skills a plus
Ideal Candidate
- A builder and operator at heart—able to lead at scale while staying connected to the field
- Strategic yet execution-oriented; thrives in entrepreneurial, fast-paced environments
- High EQ with a proven ability to align teams, create clarity, and deliver results
Compensation
- Total Compensation: Target OTE in the low $300Ks, plus performance-based bonus and long-term incentives
- Comprehensive benefits package provided