Vice President of Project Delivery – East Region

Tarkett Sports Construction Central

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Build your career with a world leader in sports construction and surfacing.

We are seeking a Vice President of Project Delivery – East Region to support our team at Tarkett Sports Construction Central, a trusted partner in design-build and sports construction. Our team supports big ideas from start to finish, delivering excellence in concept development, construction, and ongoing care for track, field, and court facilities throughout North America.

This leadership role will be based in Indianapolis and report to the Jake Jackson. The Vice President of Project Delivery – East Region serves as the operational leader responsible for driving project execution, operational consistency, customer satisfaction, and long-term regional growth throughout the East Region. This role will initially provide direct oversight of select strategic projects while building scalable systems, accountability, and operational excellence across the region.

Tarkett Sports Construction Central is part of Tarkett Sports. Born from an entrepreneurial spirit and driven to find better solutions, we challenge the status quo and continue to change the game for athletes and facility owners—pioneering innovations that have reshaped entire industries.

Our team is made up of the most experienced and knowledgeable experts in the field. From architectural design and full-scope construction to a comprehensive portfolio of industry-leading sports surfacing solutions, we lead with passion, pride, and purpose.

Trusted at every level, from professional stadiums to local community venues, Tarkett Sports is at the surface of over 80,000 installations, highlighted by projects in the NFL, CFL, MLS, and renowned NCAA Division I programs.

Join the team behind renowned names like FieldTurf, Beynon Sports, ClassicCourt, GrassMaster, Tarkett Sports Indoor, and Tarkett Sports Construction. Help us build the next world-class venue.

What You'll Do

As Vice President of Project Delivery – East Region, you will lead operational execution across the region, ensuring projects are delivered consistently, profitably, and in alignment with customer expectations while supporting sustainable growth and organizational development.

Project Delivery & Operational Leadership

• Provide executive oversight of project execution throughout the East Region.
• Directly manage select strategic projects during the transition and growth phase of the region.
• Ensure projects are properly planned, staffed, and operationally prepared before mobilization.
• Establish and implement best practices that drive consistency across Project Managers and Superintendents.
• Develop scalable systems and processes that improve execution quality and operational performance.
• Drive accountability throughout project teams to ensure successful project delivery from preconstruction through closeout.

Project Manager & Superintendent Alignment

• Foster strong collaboration between Project Managers and field leadership teams.
• Ensure alignment regarding project scope, schedules, labor planning, resource allocation, and customer commitments.
• Develop performance expectations and accountability standards across operational teams.
• Identify and resolve operational disconnects that impact project execution and profitability.
• Improve forecasting accuracy and communication between office and field operations.

Customer Satisfaction & Relationship Management

• Build and maintain strong relationships with owners, architects, school districts, municipalities, and strategic customers.
• Ensure operational execution consistently aligns with customer expectations and commitments.
• Lead the resolution of project escalations and customer concerns.
• Support customer retention initiatives and strengthen long-term client relationships.
• Partner with business development and preconstruction teams to ensure seamless project transitions.

Regional Growth & Strategic Development

• Support strategic growth initiatives throughout the East Region.
• Assist in expanding relationships within school districts, municipal markets, architectural firms, and general contractor networks.
• Support the development and execution of turnkey and bundled project opportunities.
• Ensure regional growth strategies are operationally sustainable, scalable, and profitable.
• Collaborate with executive leadership on long-term operational planning and market expansion initiatives.

Operational Accountability & Margin Protection

• Monitor project performance and proactively identify risks impacting profitability.
• Partner with Project Managers and Superintendents to improve labor planning, production tracking, operational readiness, and change order management.
• Implement project review processes and job readiness standards that improve operational discipline.
• Drive initiatives focused on margin protection, labor productivity, and execution efficiency.
• Reduce operational surprises through proactive planning, reporting, and accountability measures.

Team Development & Leadership

• Mentor and develop Project Managers, Superintendents, and emerging operational leaders.
• Promote a culture of accountability, communication, collaboration, customer focus, and continuous improvement.
• Strengthen leadership capabilities across the East Region.
• Build a scalable organizational structure that supports future growth and operational excellence.
• Develop succession planning and leadership bench strength throughout the region.

What You Need for Success

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in construction, project delivery, operations, or a related industry.
• Proven experience leading multiple project teams across geographically dispersed regions.
• Demonstrated success managing large-scale construction operations, project portfolios, and regional growth initiatives.
• Experience working within design-build, sports construction, commercial construction, or related project-based environments preferred.

Leadership Competencies

• Exceptional operational leadership and strategic planning abilities.
• Strong financial acumen with experience managing margins, forecasting, and project performance.
• Proven ability to lead organizational change and implement scalable operating systems.
• Demonstrated success building high-performing teams and developing future leaders.
• Strong customer relationship management and executive communication skills.

Technical & Business Skills

• Comprehensive understanding of project delivery, scheduling, staffing, labor planning, and construction operations.
• Experience with project financial management, forecasting, and operational performance metrics.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to balance strategic vision with hands-on operational leadership.

What You Can Expect

• A culture built on teamwork, respect, and entrepreneurial spirit
• Leadership that invests in your growth and career development
• Opportunities to shape the future of a growing region and organization
• Recognition and rewards for your contributions and achievements
• A fast-paced, sports-driven environment where your work makes an impact
• The opportunity to influence operational strategy, customer relationships, and long-term business success

Sounds Like Your Kind of Team?

If you're a proven construction and operations leader who thrives on building high-performing teams, delivering exceptional customer experiences, and driving sustainable growth, we want to hear from you.

Apply now and start your next chapter with a company that plays to win.

What We Offer

• Benefits Package

• Matching retirement savings plan*

• Paid time off

• Additional offerings may apply and will be discussed during hiring process

*If applicable

Responsible Manufacturing – Protecting Our Planet for the Future

• EcoVadis Platinum Medal - recognizing top 1% global performance in sustainability excellence.

• Goal Zero - commitment to diverting job site and manufacturing waste from landfill.

• Industry-leading manufacturing systems certified to ISO 9001 (quality), ISO 14001 (environmental), and ISO 45001 (health & safety).

• Leading recycling and material regeneration through two owned and operated facilities.

Who We Are:

Tarkett Sports is a world leader in sports construction and surfacing, providing architectural design, full-scope construction services, and a comprehensive portfolio of industry-leading sports surfacing solutions.

Trusted by leading programs at every level, we're proud to deliver a seamless turnkey experience for our clients.

• Over 80,000 Installations Worldwide

• Over 25 Years of Experience

• Collection of Leading Solutions

• One Answer for Your entire Facility

https://tarkettsports.com/en-na

Tarkett is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity in backgrounds and in experiences and promote an inclusive workplace where all employees can perform at their best.