Operations Manager

East Coast Civil Group; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 129,458 - 186,995; Full time

Job summary

East Coast Civil Group in Morrisville, NC seeks an experienced Operations Manager to oversee day-to-day field operations across multiple civil construction projects. You will lead foremen, superintendents, and crews, align schedules with budgets, and ensure safety, quality, and client satisfaction on every site.

You will partner with leadership, estimating, and project teams to plan resources and improve productivity, while maintaining strong subcontractor and vendor relationships.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of operations or project management experience in civil construction or site development.
• Strong understanding of excavation, grading, utilities, paving, and related civil construction processes.
• Proven leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and mentor field crews.
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate daily operations across multiple construction projects, ensuring schedules, budgets, and quality standards are met.
• Oversee project teams, including foremen, superintendents, and field staff, providing guidance, mentorship, and performance management.
• Monitor project progress, identifying challenges and implementing solutions to maintain efficiency and profitability.
• Ensure strict compliance with safety standards, company policies, and regulatory requirements on all job sites.
• Collaborate with leadership, estimating, and project management teams to support planning, resource allocation, and execution of projects.
• Maintain relationships with clients, subcontractors, and vendors to ensure smooth project operations and communication.
• Analyze operational processes and implement improvements to increase productivity and reduce costs.

Skills

Project leadership

Civil construction

Safety leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Budget management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering

Job description

Operations Manager

Location:

East Coast Civil Group

About Us

East Coast Civil Group is a premier civil construction and site development contractor serving the central North Carolina area. From excavation and grading to underground utilities, stormwater systems, and complete turn-key site development, we take pride in delivering projects safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards. Our team values hard work, integrity, and practical problem-solving in every aspect of the business.

Job Title: Operations Manager

Location: Morrisville, NC (serving Central North Carolina)

Company: East Coast Civil Group

About Us

East Coast Civil Group is a premier civil construction and site development contractor serving the central North Carolina area. From excavation and grading to underground utilities, stormwater systems, and complete turn-key site development, we take pride in delivering projects safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards. Our team values hard work, integrity, and practical problem-solving in every aspect of the business.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Operations Manager to oversee day-to-day field operations and support project teams across all phases of civil construction projects. This role requires a strong leader with a hands-on understanding of construction processes, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to drive efficiency, safety, and quality across multiple projects. The Operations Manager will serve as a key point of connection between leadership, project managers, crews, and subcontractors.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate daily operations across multiple construction projects, ensuring schedules, budgets, and quality standards are met.
• Oversee project teams, including foremen, superintendents, and field staff, providing guidance, mentorship, and performance management.
• Monitor project progress, proactively identifying challenges, and implementing solutions to maintain efficiency and profitability.
• Ensure strict compliance with safety standards, company policies, and regulatory requirements on all job sites.
• Collaborate with leadership, estimating, and project management teams to support planning, resource allocation, and execution of projects.
• Maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and vendors to ensure smooth project operations and communication.
• Analyze operational processes and implement improvements to increase productivity, reduce costs, and strengthen overall performance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of operations or project management experience in civil construction or site development.
• Strong understanding of excavation, grading, utilities, paving, and related civil construction processes.
• Proven leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and mentor field crews.
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to oversee multiple projects simultaneously, with a focus on safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field preferred, but experience and results are highly valued.