Vice President of Equipment - Dexian : Job Details

Job Title: Vice President of Equipment (Heavy Civil Construction)

Location: Houston, TX (On-site, Monday–Friday)

Job Type: Full-Time

Position Overview:

We are seeking a hands-on, operationally focused Vice President of Equipment to lead the strategic planning, acquisition, maintenance, and lifecycle management of a $50M+ heavy civil construction fleet spread across six business units. This senior leader will oversee hundreds of owned assets (dozers, excavators, pavers, graders, trenchers, pickups), manage a team of 12+ across three maintenance shops, and play a critical role in equipment uptime, project execution, and long-term growth. The ideal candidate brings deep heavy civil fleet expertise, a strong maintenance culture, and a passion for mentoring the next generation — all while thriving in a tight-knit, roll-up-your-sleeves environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Fleet Strategy & Capital Planning
• Direct the overall equipment strategy, ensuring alignment with operational goals, CAPEX forecasts, and company growth targets.
• Manage equipment lifecycle from purchase (including auctions/vendor deals) to disposal.
• Asset Management & Utilization
• Oversee owned fleet of heavy civil machinery alongside 250+ pickups and ~100 rental units, ensuring optimal utilization across all business units.
• Partner with field/operations leaders to anticipate future needs and resource demands.
• Maintenance Oversight
• Implement and oversee preventive maintenance and repair programs across three shops (2 in Houston, 1 in Colorado).
• Ensure VIP-level relationships with OEMs and manage warranty, parts, and service support.
• Budgeting & Financial Performance
• Lead multi-million-dollar equipment budgets, lifecycle costing, cost control initiatives, and ROI optimization.
• Provide transparent equipment pricing and planning to operations and project managers on upcoming CAPEX projects.
• Team Leadership & Culture
• Lead, mentor, and develop 12+ team members (maintenance managers, purchasing lead, invoicing, mechanics, and support).
• Foster a strong, relationship-driven culture — one that values collaboration on and off the job.
• Compliance & Safety
• Ensure all equipment meets OSHA, DOT, and internal safety requirements.
• Maintain complete documentation for inspections, certifications, and compliance reporting.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience managing heavy civil construction equipment, with 5+ years at a senior leadership level.
• Demonstrated experience managing an owned fleet valued at $50M+ across multiple operating entities.
• Deep knowledge of yellow iron/residential heavy equipment (dozers, excavators, pavers, trenchers, etc.).
• Proven success developing and managing preventive maintenance programs in a shop-based environment.
• Strong financial, budgeting, and lifecycle ROI management capability.
• Hands-on leader who thrives in the field/shop and is committed to mentoring teams.
• Experience with telematics, fleet management systems, and vendor/OEM negotiations.
• Strong cultural fit — relationship-driven, humble, team-oriented, and willing to “roll up your sleeves.”

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive executive salary based on experience
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid holidays and PTO
• Opportunity to join a growing, highly collaborative team set to double in size over the next three years

Dexian is a leading provider of staffing, IT, and workforce solutions with over 12,000 employees and 70 locations wodwide. As one of the largest IT staffing companies and the 2nd largest minority-owned staffing company in the U.S., Dexian was formed in 2023 through the merger of DISYS and Signature Consultants. Combining the best elements of its core companies, Dexian's platform connects talent, technology, and organizations to produce game-changing results that help everyone achieve their ambitions and goals.

Dexian's brands include Dexian DISYS, Dexian Signature Consultants, Dexian Government Solutions, Dexian Talent Development and Dexian IT Solutions. Visit to learn more.

Dexian is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.