At Van Metre, we believe that diversity is the cornerstone of our success and growth. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment within the homebuilding industry and are seeking a visionary leader who is passionate about modular construction to join our team. We encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply, as we aim to innovate and expand the perspectives within our team.
Summary:
The Director of Modular Operations will lead our research and development efforts to transform modular home production by building homes in a factory setting, employing innovative strategies to establish Van Metre as a leader in the industry. This pivotal role balances managing daily operational tasks with championing long-term strategic initiatives.
Daily Responsibilities:
- Manage the day-to-day operations at the new Winchester, VA production facility, ensuring operational efficiency and high-quality output.
- Lead the plant operations team with a commitment to safety, budget adherence, and fostering strong employee relations.
- Perform daily inspections, maintain detailed logs of progress, attendance, and team performance.
- Oversee the maintenance of vehicles and trailers crucial to modular operations.
- Regularly assess inventory and facility needs to ensure seamless production activities.
Strategic Goals:
- Spearhead research and development to incorporate cutting-edge modular construction techniques.
- Set standards for production focused on cost efficiency, waste reduction, and enhanced quality.
- Engage collaboratively with teams across design, architecture, purchasing, construction, and manufacturing to realize and implement the vision of the modular initiative.
- Initiate and guide strategic modifications in manufacturing processes to boost efficiency and product standards.
- Cultivate a high-performing operations team that is well-aligned with Van Metre’s strategic objectives.
- Coordinate closely with the Senior VP of Winchester Area and Modular Team to ensure alignment and communication of overarching goals.
Essential Competencies:
- Demonstrates professional conduct and excellent interpersonal skills, capable of fostering teamwork and leading effectively.
- Advanced communication skills, adept in both oral and written formats.
- Thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, managing multiple responsibilities with high proficiency.
- Exhibits strong analytical, conceptual, and critical thinking abilities.
- Skilled in recruiting, coaching, and mentoring team members to foster a culture of excellence and innovation.
Qualifications:
- Education/Credentials: A Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or related field is preferred. However, equivalent experience may include:
- Extensive leadership roles within the construction, manufacturing, or related industries, with a proven record of strategic and operational success.
- Comprehensive experience in managing large-scale operations, showing adeptness in workforce management, budgeting, and process optimization.
- Direct involvement in modular construction projects from inception to completion, focusing on innovative practices and quality assurance.
- Experience: Minimum of 10 years in a leadership role in modular production or a similar setting.
- Skills: Expertise in Manufacturing, Estimating, Accounting, Operations, and Process Analysis.
- Knowledge: Proficient with Microsoft Office Applications.
Additional Information: This role demands adherence to state and federal regulations and strategic foresight for future operational requirements. Van Metre is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Van Metre Companies has been named a Top Workplace by the Washington Post for seven consecutive years! We have received the Washington Business Journal’s Best Places to Work Award for the last six years, and have received their Corporate Philanthropy Award for the last nine years in a row!!!
We offer excellent benefits, and a work environment that fosters and rewards excellence. We also promote work/life balance, including a robust Employee Wellness Program. We encourage employees to make full use of vacation and company paid volunteer time to refresh their bodies and minds.
Van Metre Mission Statement
The mission of Van Metre Companies is to build and continually improve upon the storied reputation, earned over the years since the Company’s founding in 1955, of providing top quality homes, investment properties and services to our customers and clients. The Company’s emphasis on integrity, professionalism and philanthropy ingrained by our founder Albert G. Van Metre, Sr. has garnered trust and respect in the Washington, D.C. area and beyond. It is critical to our future that we maintain that reputation and assure that Van Metre Companies continues to excel in real estate development and construction and in the management of apartment, retail and office investment properties, as well as in the provision of mortgage and related services. It is the task of our dedicated, energetic, and involved professionals to advance our ability to set the benchmark for luxury living and refined commercial development. The capstone of our mission is to make the “Van Metre” signature an icon for elegant residential communities, and industry leading condominium and apartment communities, as well as Class A neighborhood retail centers and office developments.
