Operations Manager

Operations Manager

As the Operations Manager at National Pavement Partners, you are responsible for overseeing and coordinating all on-site activities for our construction projects. Your role involves managing the day-to-day operations, ensuring efficient project execution, maintaining a safe working environment, and fostering positive relationships with clients, subcontractors, and team members. With your expertise in construction and strong leadership skills, you play a critical role in delivering projects within budget and schedule. You must have a minimum of 5 years of experience in the asphalt and concrete.

Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities

Project Management : Plan, schedule, organize, and direct construction activities on-site to ensure adherence to project plans, specifications, and schedules. Coordinate and supervise subcontractors, ensuring their work is performed to quality standards and within project requirements. Monitor project progress, identify potential risks or delays, and implement corrective actions as needed. Collaborate with project stakeholders to provide regular updates on project status, milestones, and any changes. Understand production rates for asphalt milling, paving, patching, crackfill, sealcoat, line striping & concrete.

Team Leadership and Supervision : Lead, manage and delegate tasks to a team of construction personnel, including foremen, superintendents, project managers, and field laborers. Provide guidance, support, and mentorship to the on-site team, ensuring high performance, productivity, and quality workmanship. Delegate tasks effectively, set clear expectations, and monitor individual and team performance. Foster a positive and collaborative work environment, promoting safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Safety and Compliance : Implement and enforce company safety policies, procedures, and best practices to ensure a safe work environment. Conduct regular safety inspections, identify potential hazards, and take appropriate measures to mitigate risks. Ensure compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal regulations and codes.

Quality Assurance : Implement and maintain quality control procedures to ensure construction work meets or exceeds established standards and specifications. Perform regular inspections and review workmanship to identify and address any deficiencies promptly. Collaborate with project management and management teams to resolve any construction-related issues.

Client and Stakeholder Management : Establish and maintain positive relationships with clients, subcontractors, suppliers, and other project stakeholders. Address client concerns, requests, and inquiries promptly and professionally. Regularly communicate project progress, changes, and updates to stakeholders, ensuring transparency and customer satisfaction.

Scheduling : Host weekly Operations meetings every Friday at 9 : 00 AM. Schedule jobs appropriately with the Operations Coordinator according to the scope of work, location, payment terms / contract specifications, production / budget goals and job needs to maximize job profitability and efficiency. Communicate effectively with the Operations Coordinator to ensure schedule / reschedule email communications are sent to customers and team members. Make decisions to cease work due to weather by 6 : 00 AM.

Subcontractor Management : Coordinate with the Sales manager to generate Purchase Orders / Buyouts for projects that need subcontractors. Coordinate with the Operations Coordinator to schedule and notify subcontractors of work schedule providing site & phasing maps, plant locations, material specifics and phasing plans. Shop Management Hold weekly meetings with the Shop Manager to discuss equipment repairs and needs for upcoming projects. Facilitate making repair decisions based on priority & budget.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 7+ years of direct industry experience, along with 4+ years of management and leadership. Demonstrable knowledge of all construction processes with an emphasis on commercial asphalt work and paving projects. Strong understanding of safety regulations and industry standards / best practices Experience in operations management, project management, and relationship management. Strong organizational and multitasking skills. Excellent communication and leadership abilities. Knowledge of construction processes and paving projects. Proficiency in using project management software. Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines. Must be tech-savvy and demonstrate a willingness to quickly learn and adapt to company-specific software and digital tools.