VP People & Culture Services

This position will provide leadership to multi-disciplined, matrixed services teams who create, manage, and deliver high-quality and timely work products that standardize and strengthen People & Culture practices across the segment.

Key areas of focus will include direct business partnership for CE&I services teams and Service executives, supporting organizational design, staffing, and change management related to organizational improvements and integration of acquisitions, and providing innovative solutions and continuous improvement impacting Total Rewards, Communications & Creative Services, and Learning & Leadership Development.

This position requires a relentless service mindset, the ability to build high trust in matrixed relationships, drive exceptional collaboration, and deliver and report on measurable business outcomes.

Location & Travel Details: This is an onsite position and can be located at one of our office locations: Fargo, ND or Indianapolis, IN.

Company Overview:

MasTec Renewables, comprised of Wanzek Construction, IEA Constructors, and White Construction, combines over 20 years of experience in renewable energy construction. Depending on your position and project, you may work for one or more of our companies over your career with us. Join one of the largest construction firms in the country (Engineering News-Record [ENR]: #1 in Power, #17 Top 50 Domestic Heavy Contractors, #20 Transportation Contractor).

We embrace diverse perspectives among our employees and across all levels of our business, including our suppliers, community partners, and clients. We have built a multidimensional workforce that brings valuable differences in perspectives, work ethics, and approaches to our organization. By collaborating across departments, we foster innovation and encourage everyone-from interns to executives-to share their ideas and make an impact. Our goal is to create a respectful work environment where all employees feel valued, included, and empowered to become innovative leaders in our industry.

The MasTec Renewables market sector is part of the MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure business segment. MasTec's Clean Energy & Infrastructure (CE&I) segment generates over $4 billion in annual revenue, providing construction services across industrial, renewables and infrastructure sectors. Our renewables sector focuses on solar, wind and battery storage. Sustainability and safety are foundational to our culture and influence everything we do.

MasTec, a minority-owned Fortune 500 company, has shaped the construction industry for more than 90 years. With over 35,000 employees and 400 offices nationwide, we provide flexibility and career growth in dynamic work environments.

Essential Job Functions:

Collaborates with People and Culture Operational Group Leaders to develop P&C plans and policies that support the performance goals of each Operating Group.
• Leads the effort to launch and implement P&C core processes, using data and analytics, including standardized tools, approach, timelines, and training for P&C and executive leaders across the Segment. Examples include but are not limited to:
  • Annual Talent Management and Succession process
  • Performance Management and Development Planning process
  • Total Rewards processes (base pay, incentives, market studies, compensation banding, job banding)
  • Employee Engagement Surveys (Bi-Annual, pulse surveys), and related action planning and tracking
  • Appreciation and Recognition Tools and processes
  • Empower and internal communication utilization and standardization
  • Workforce Development and Leadership development programs, systems, impact and adoption Lead projects and initiatives to improve organizational design, support change management, and ensure employee engagement.
• Leads organizational acquisition onboarding, particularly with respect to core processes and coordination of communication with Services teams
• Analyze the effectiveness of P&C operations and policies through metrics and KPIs and implements improvement strategies.
• Plans, develops, and executes projects to improve or expand People & Culture initiatives and programs including tracking and reporting on status, risks, issues, and dependencies.
• Proactively builds strong stakeholder relationships, managing communication and project deliverables, schedules, plans, tasks, and assignments to deliver well-executed solutions that exceed internal customer expectations.
• Demonstrates expertise in external trends, development innovations, or activities that could impact talent, organizational capabilities, and leadership development.
• Consults with business leaders to develop individual group talent plans that align with their business, maximize talent capabilities, and identify and mitigate talent risks.
• Facilitate discussions with leadership across the segment to gather feedback on service levels and act based on the insights received to drive improvements.
• Lead conversations with People and Culture service leaders regarding annual budgets and expenditures, ensuring financial stewardship and alignment with company goals to optimize resource allocation.

• Champion a culture of collaboration and teamwork within the People and Culture shared services group to optimize communication, streamline processes, and drive ongoing enhancements in service delivery across the organization.
• Travel requirement - 20%, or as needed based on business demands.
• This position must report to work in an office, in either Fargo, ND or Indianapolis, IN

Education and Work Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in human resource development, organizational development, education, business, or related field; advanced degree and/or relevant certifications (ie, CCP, PHR/SPHR) preferred

• 12+ years progressive HR leadership; significant experience leading multi-COE/service teams in complex, multi-site environments (industrial, construction, energy, infrastructure, manufacturing, or similarly operational businesses preferred)
• A minimum of 7+ years managing people leaders with direct reports at Manager/Senior manager and above
• Demonstrated ownership of Total Rewards and executive compensation support (in partnership with Finance/Legal)
• Experience with public company governance and controls preferred
• Proven track record leading talent/performance systems, change programs, and leadership development at scale

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Champions a culture of safety and accountability, personally advancing the Company's Zero Injury principles across all People & Culture practices.
• Demonstrates enterprise leadership and executive presence, with the ability to influence senior leaders, build trust, and navigate complex, sensitive issues.
• Serves as a strategic business partner to the CPO and executive team, aligning P&C strategies with business priorities and growth objectives.
• Exhibits strong business and financial acumen, applying organizational and workforce insights to drive performance and operational results.
• Communicates with clarity and impact at all levels, including executive writing, presentations, and facilitation.
• Leads effectively in a matrixed environment, influencing without authority and fostering cross-functional collaboration.
• Displays high learning agility and adaptability, balancing strategic priorities while managing competing demands and deadlines.
• Data-fluent leader with the ability to translate HR analytics, HRIS, and business intelligence into actionable insights and decisions.
• Oversees the design and delivery of scalable learning, training, and change initiatives; synthesizes complex content into practical tools.
• Partners closely with the CPO and executive leadership to translate strategy into clear, compelling narratives that drive engagement, change adoption, and organizational alignment.
• Oversees the development of high-impact creative and communication strategies that elevate employer brand, executive presence, and employee experience across all channels.
• Leads and develops high-performing, multidisciplinary teams (marketing, creative, communications), setting clear vision, standards, and accountability while fostering innovation and collaboration.
• Leverages data, insights, and stakeholder feedback to continuously refine messaging, campaigns, and creative approaches, ensuring relevance, consistency, and measurable impact.
• Builds strong relationships across diverse functions, geographies, and employee populations, enabling alignment and engagement.
• Operates with independence, sound judgment, and discretion, maintaining the highest standards of confidentiality and professionalism.

Leadership competencies (critical for this role):

• Service-first leader: designs reliable services and holds teams to measurable standards
• Extremely collaborative: builds trust across functions; "one team" mindset
• Adaptable and resilient: thrives amid ambiguity, change, and competing priorities
• Strategic + hands-on: sets direction and dives in when needed
• Systems thinker: connects rewards, talent, performance, learning, and comms into one cohesive people system

Working Environment:

• When visiting jobsites, the work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions
• This work environment may involve moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises
• This position requires regular presence in either the Indianapolis or Fargo CE&I office

What's in it for you:

Financial Wellbeing

• Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase
• 401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)

Health & Wellness

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children
• Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance, Weight Management Drug Discount
• Discounted National Gym Membership Network

Family & Lifestyle

• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave
• Military Leave, including Differential Pay and Benefits Continuation
• Employee Assistance Program

Planning for the Unexpected

• Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment
• Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity coverage
• Emergency Travel Assistance Program
• Group legal plan

Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need accommodation as part of the employment process, contact ceicareers@mastec.com. Due to the high volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to individual requests regarding application status. Please log into your candidate profile for up-to-date information.

MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure and our subsidiaries do not work with any third-party recruiters or agencies without a valid signed agreement and partnership with the Corporate Talent Acquisition Team.