Area Operations Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary

The Area Operations Manager plays a crucial role in the project. This role will oversee daily field operations and contractor activities while focusing on safety, quality, schedule, cost, and performance to meet contract requirements and DOT standards.

The responsibilities include planning and deploying crews and equipment, setting up safe work zones, and coordinating supervisors and subcontractors for effective roadway maintenance and construction. This position will track production and budgets, monitor KPIs, and develop clear reports and action plans. Additionally, it will lead incident responses, manage risks, support training, and drive improvements in safety and artistry. This position requires a strong field presence, regular communication with DOT representatives, and flexibility for night or weekend work as needed.

This position reports to the Project Manager and is based out of the Ocoee office.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Provide daily oversight of field operations, including resource allocation, activity scheduling, workload prioritization, issue resolution, customer service, and direct interface with FDOT representatives.
• Supervise company personnel and subcontractors performing maintenance and field operations. Ensure work is delivered safely on time and within budget by FDOT contract and subcontract terms.
• Own and implement the project safety program. Update the site-specific safety plan, lead safety training and tailgate talks, verify regulatory compliance, and promote a strong, proactive safety culture.
• Develop weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual work plans for maintaining highway and bridge assets, aligning people, equipment, and materials to meet program goals.
• Ensure transportation assets meet FDOT Maintenance Rating Program (MRP) standards, specifications, and reporting requirements; monitor scores and drive corrective actions.
• Serve as the primary point of contact with Department-designated personnel. Provide clear written and verbal communication to plan, coordinate, and accomplish daily work.
• Use the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) to manage work orders, capture production and quantities, perform quality control checks, and generate accurate reports and dashboards.
• Coordinate quality, schedule, cost, and performance tracking, including budget adherence, unit production, and KPI reporting; escalate risks and implement mitigation plans.
• Support traffic control compliance by verifying that MOT setups and removals meet MUTCD and FDOT standards; assist as needed to protect work zones.
• Lead incident and storm response within the area of responsibility, mobilizing crews and equipment, setting priorities, and providing timely updates to FDOT and project leadership.
• Maintain ethical conduct and integrity consistent with Oasis IAM's of Business Conduct; model professionalism in all interactions.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Project Manager to meet contract requirements and client expectations.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES :

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