Area Operations Manager

Engtal; Town of Springfield (WI); On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Engtal is seeking an experienced Area Operations Manager to lead multiple heavy civil construction projects across Western Massachusetts and Northern Connecticut. This senior role oversees project execution, profitability, staffing, scheduling, and client relationships, driving safety and quality across complex infrastructure initiatives.

The ideal candidate will have 15+ years in heavy civil construction, 10+ years leading teams, and a strong track record in budgeting, scheduling, and risk

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in heavy civil construction.
• 10+ years of experience managing construction teams.
• Strong background delivering heavy civil, highway, transportation, or related infrastructure projects.
• Proven experience overseeing multiple projects and construction teams simultaneously.
• Strong understanding of construction means and methods, project scheduling, budgeting, and cost controls.
• Demonstrated experience managing contractual risk, change orders, claims, and owner negotiations.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience with self-performed heavy civil construction operations is highly desirable.
• Safety Trained Supervisor (STS) certification preferred.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the planning, execution, and overall performance of multiple heavy civil construction projects simultaneously.
• Lead and support Project Managers, Superintendents, and construction teams to ensure successful project delivery.
• Maintain accountability for project budgets, profitability, cost controls, financial reporting, and overall operational performance.
• Review construction schedules, identify potential delays, and develop strategies to keep projects on track.
• Manage contractual obligations, change orders, claims, disputes, and negotiations with project owners.
• Coordinate project staffing, resource allocation, equipment needs, and subcontractor procurement.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with project owners, public agencies, subcontractors, and internal leadership.
• Ensure compliance with company safety standards, quality requirements, and applicable regulations.
• Conduct regular project financial and operational reviews to identify risks and improve performance.
• Mentor and develop construction personnel while supporting the continued growth of regional operations.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Budgeting

Scheduling

Cost controls

Client relationships

Cross-functional coordination

Safety compliance

Risk management

Negotiations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Related field

Job description

We are partnering with a highly respected, nationally backed heavy civil construction contractor with over 100 years of experience delivering complex infrastructure projects throughout New England.

With a longstanding reputation in the industry, the company specializes in heavy civil construction, highways, bridges, transportation infrastructure, marine construction, deep foundations, utilities, and complex public infrastructure projects.

The organization combines the resources and financial stability of a major international construction group with the regional expertise and established relationships of a New England contractor. Known for its technical capabilities, self-perform construction expertise, and commitment to safety and quality, the company has played a significant role in developing some of the Northeast's most important infrastructure.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Area Operations Manager to lead multiple heavy civil construction projects throughout Western Massachusetts and Northern Connecticut.

This is a senior leadership position responsible for the overall operational and financial success of multiple projects. The ideal candidate will bring an extensive heavy civil background, proven experience managing construction teams, and the ability to oversee project execution, profitability, staffing, scheduling, and client relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the planning, execution, and overall performance of multiple heavy civil construction projects simultaneously.
• Lead and support Project Managers, Superintendents, and construction teams to ensure successful project delivery.
• Maintain accountability for project budgets, profitability, cost controls, financial reporting, and overall operational performance.
• Review construction schedules, identify potential delays, and develop strategies to keep projects on track.
• Manage contractual obligations, change orders, claims, disputes, and negotiations with project owners.
• Coordinate project staffing, resource allocation, equipment needs, and subcontractor procurement.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with project owners, public agencies, subcontractors, and internal leadership.
• Ensure compliance with company safety standards, quality requirements, and applicable regulations.
• Conduct regular project financial and operational reviews to identify risks and improve performance.
• Mentor and develop construction personnel while supporting the continued growth of regional operations.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in heavy civil construction required.
• 10+ years of experience managing construction teams required.
• Strong background delivering heavy civil, highway, transportation, or related infrastructure projects.
• Proven experience overseeing multiple projects and construction teams simultaneously.
• Strong understanding of construction means and methods, project scheduling, budgeting, and cost controls.
• Demonstrated experience managing contractual risk, change orders, claims, and owner negotiations.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience with self-performed heavy civil construction operations is highly desirable.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field is a plus.
• Safety Trained Supervisor (STS) certification preferred.
• Valid driver's license required.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Established Industry Leader: Join an organization with over a century of experience delivering major infrastructure projects throughout New England.
• Financial Stability & Resources: Benefit from the backing and capabilities of a major international construction organization.
• Regional Leadership: Take ownership of multiple projects throughout Western Massachusetts and Northern Connecticut.
• Complex Infrastructure Projects: Work across technically challenging heavy civil and transportation construction projects.
• Leadership & Impact: Play an important role in operational performance, project delivery, and the development of construction teams.