Senior Director, Fleet Operations (Virginia Beach, VA)

Groundworks

  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 days ago
Groundworks is seeking a talented Sr Director, Fleet Operations to join our tribe in Virginia Beach, VA!The Senior Director of Fleet Operations is responsible for overseeing the strategic direction, performance, and operational efficiency of a 4,000+ fleet assets across 80+ locations in the US and Canada. This role ensures scalable, cost-effective, compliant, and safe fleet operations that align with Groundworks rapid growth and evolving organizational needs.Duties & Responsibilities
  • Lead the strategic planning and execution of all fleet operations, ensuring optimal utilization, maintenance, and lifecycle management of fleet assets.
  • Direct, manage, and develop regional fleet operations teams to maintain high standards of safety, compliance, and operational excellence.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with supply chain, operations, and finance teams to align fleet performance with Groundworks operational goals.
  • Develop and implement fleet policies, programs, and systems that support efficiency and sustainability initiatives.
  • Oversee vendor and contract management for fleet-related services including leasing, fuel, maintenance, compliance, and telematics.
  • Monitor KPI’s and analytics to drive data-informed decision-making and continuous improvement.
  • Ensure adherence to all federal, state and local regulations, including DOT, EPA, OSHA, and other applicable compliance standards for both vehicles and drivers.
  • Develop and implement strategies for fleet acquisition, maintenance, utilization, and disposal, aligning with the company's overall objectives.
  • Manage budgets, track expenses, and identify cost-saving opportunities related to fuel, maintenance, and other operational costs.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Logistics, Transportation, Engineering, and/or related field.
  • Minimum of 10-15 years of progressive experience in fleet management, including 5+ years in a senior leadership capacity.
  • Experience in the procurement and maintenance of cars, trucks and heavy equipment.
  • Preferred certifications: Certified Transportation Professional (CTP), or equivalent.
  • Experience with 3rd party and in-house fleet management systems.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with stakeholders and manage relationships.
Working ConditionsThe Senior Director of Fleet Operations will be in an office environment with up to 40% travel within the US and Canada.This role is in-person at our Virginia Beach, VA headquarters. Relocation assistance is available.What we provide for our employeesCompetitive base compensation with lucrative bonus potentialEquity ownership in the nation’s largest and fastest growing foundation repair and water management companyThe best-in-class training programsAdvanced leadership training opportunitiesBenefits include Medical, Dental, Optical, Long/Short Term Disability, Life insurance, 401(k) with a company match after applicable waiting periodsPaid time off including 6 holidays after applicable waiting periodGroundworks® is the leading provider of Foundation Repair, Crawl Space Encapsulation, Basement Waterproofing, and Concrete Lifting & Stabilization.With locations across the USA and Canada, Groundworks is the leading foundation solutions and water management company in North America! Recognized as a Top Workplaces USA™ company and offering employee ownership for everyone, we're building something that just can't be replicated. And we're on a mission to change an industry like never before!We're unique here at Groundworks. We are all connected through the same vision, mission, and values, and we are stronger together. We're proud to be the Groundworks Tribe!Our highly trained teams have decades of experience delivering innovative solutions, unmatched quality, and industry-leading warranties, helping homeowners everywhere protect and repair their most valuable asset – their home.When customers choose a local Groundworks company, they can feel confident they’re hiring the trusted local experts who will ensure the job’s done right.When you choose Groundworks, you'll join thousands of Tribemates who are making history.

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