Area Operations Manager - Central Florida (Heavy Civil Construction)

Overview : We are hiring a

Area Operations Manager for Central Florida

to oversee and manage operations within the region. This role involves strategic planning, team management, and ensuring the successful execution of infrastructure and heavy civil, roadway and highway projects. The Area Operations Manager acts as a key liaison between regional teams and senior leadership, driving performance and growth while maintaining high standards of quality and compliance.

LOCATION :

This role will be based onsite in Central Florida with a preference in / near Tampa, FL.

Company Overview

Founded in 1987, MasTec Civil (formerly known as Condotte America), a MasTec Company, is a heavy highway contractor specializing in the construction of complex transportation projects that include roadway, bridges, interchanges, mass transit, and tolling facilities. In short, we build the roads and bridges connecting our families, communities, and nation. In doing so, client satisfaction is of primary importance to us, and our record reflects our emphasis on understanding our client needs in order to exceed their expectations.

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 industrial expertise includes building products manufacturers, decarbonization, power generation facilities, manufacturing plants and mining. In infrastructure, we specialize in general heavy civil construction, underground utilities, structures, electrical work, material production, roadways, bridges, specialty pavement overlays, environmental projects and commercial buildings. 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.

Responsibilities :

Oversee daily operations across multiple locations within the assigned region.

Develop and implement strategic plans to achieve company objectives and meet revenue targets.

Recruit, manage and mentor regional teams to maintain high performance and productivity.

Conduct regular performance reviews and ensure staff adhere to company policies.

Analyze regional market trends to identify business opportunities and potential risks.

Collaborate with other managers to improve processes and enhance service quality.

Prepare and present detailed reports on regional performance to senior leadership.

Ensure that projects in the regional portfolio adhere to company and best practices for change management and project controls (schedule, cost, documentation).

Administer procurement of subcontracts and purchase orders in accordance within company authorizations and procedures.

Maintain strong relationships with key clients and stakeholders.

Serve as the principle business development contact for the company in the region with key partners (designers, joint venture partners and client).

Assist in proposal management for design build projects.

Qualifications :

Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Industrial or Mechanical Engineering (preferred) or in Construction Management, Business.

15 Years of Experience in the highway / heavy civil / bridge industry including senior project management and estimating.

Must have direct experience with state Departments of Transportation.

Experience with projects >

$75M.

Experience in managing budgets and analyzing performance data.

Experience in various deliver methods including design bid build, design build and GMP.

Estimating / Bidding experience in highway and bridge (DOT) construction.

Experience in preparation of technical proposals and letters of interest / SOQs or alternative delivery projects.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

Strong analytical skills and proficiency in project management.

Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).

Proficiency in software tools like HCSS, AutoCAD and Microsoft Office (Project, Power BI, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Leadership and negotiation skills.

Contract & Claims Management

Ensure compliance with HSE processes during project execution.

Supervise, train, and develop project engineers.

Monitor contractors and project personnel for compliance with contract and project management requirements.

Interact with supply chain teams for the development and evaluation of RFPs for material, equipment, and services acquisition.

Coordinate and check engineering deliverables and ensure project engineering compliance with schedules and budgets.

What's in it for You

Financial Wellbeing

Compensation, commensurate with experience

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

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, 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, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasTec's policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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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.

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