Operations Manager - Civil Construction (Roads, Bridges, Highways)

Reports To: VP of Operations

Our client, a well-established civil construction company specializing in roads, bridges, utilities, and highway projects, is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to oversee day-to-day operations for a major segment of their business. This is a key leadership role with direct responsibility for project performance, safety, profitability, and team development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain strong customer relationships and resolve issues to preserve long-term partnerships.
• Collaborate closely with senior leadership (VP of Operations and President) on significant project matters impacting profitability.
• Hold Project Managers accountable for safe, on-budget, and on-schedule project execution.
• Assign Project Managers and Superintendents to projects.
• Recruit, hire, mentor, evaluate, and (when necessary) discipline or terminate team members.
• Leverage tools like HeavyJob and Viewpoint for tracking project budgets, schedules, and performance.
• Continuously monitor job costs, production rates, and safety compliance; work with field teams to implement corrective actions and mitigate potential losses.
• Bear ultimate accountability for safety and financial outcomes on all assigned projects.
• Participate in pre-bid meetings, pre-construction conferences, and key project progress reviews.
• Ensure proper utilization and maintenance of company and rental equipment.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by senior management.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Direct supervision of Project Managers on assigned projects.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent relevant experience) plus at least 5 years of progressive management experience in road, bridge, utility, or excavating construction.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, including professional verbal presentation and business writing.
• Solid mathematical aptitude for engineering-related functions.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel) and willingness to master industry software (HCSS HeavyJob, Viewpoint).
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, delegation ability, and professional handling of confidential information.
• Reliable attendance and willingness to work a minimum 40-hour week (overtime frequently required).
• Travel required as needed for project oversight and meetings.

Work Environment & Physical Demands:

This field-oriented role involves regular exposure to construction sites with:

• Variable weather, temperature extremes, noise, dust, fumes, and chemicals.
• Requirement for personal protective equipment (PPE) and occasional respirator use.
• Physical activities including standing, walking, lifting (up to/over 60 lbs), climbing, bending, pushing/pulling, and operating vehicles/equipment.

If you are a seasoned construction leader with a track record of delivering profitable, safe projects in heavy civil work, this is an outstanding opportunity to join a respected industry player with growth potential.

Interested candidates should submit their resume confidentially for immediate consideration. All inquiries will be handled with complete discretion.