Equipment Operator

B&S Site Development - Field Roles; Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

B&S Site Development is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator at our Manassas, VA site. You will operate excavators, loaders, backhoes, dozers, and other heavy equipment to prepare and move materials on active civil construction projects.

Responsibilities include trenching, utility installation support, pipe work assistance, and strict adherence to safety protocols while coordinating with crew members and foremen on daily tasks.

Qualifications

• Safely operate excavators, loaders, backhoes, dozers, and other heavy equipment.
• Excavate trenches for utility installation with precision.
• Assist crews in storm, water, and sewer pipe installation.
• Follow site safety protocols.
• Maneuver heavy motorized equipment to ensure accurate removal and placement of materials.
• Communicate with coworkers to elucidate project specifications, as needed.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate excavators, loaders, backhoes, dozers, and other heavy equipment.
• Excavate trenches for utility installation with precision.
• Assist crews in storm, water, and sewer pipe installation.
• Follow site safety protocols and maintain equipment.
• Report injuries and other accidents as required to Foreman and Job Superintendent.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety compliance

Communication

Team coordination

Job description

B&S Site Development is a fast‑growing leader in large‑parcel, mission‑critical site development, delivering complex, time‑sensitive civil construction projects for some of the world’s most demanding clients. Since 2003, we’ve built a reputation for precision, speed, and accountability—transforming large tracts of land into fully prepared e‑infrastructure sites through heavy civil expertise, disciplined project management, and a culture of ownership at every level. Our multi‑regional operations are supported by offices in Columbus, Ohio; Manassas, Virginia; Richmond, Virginia; South Hill, Virginia; and Atlanta, Georgia, enabling us to scale rapidly while maintaining exceptional execution standards.

At B&S, we believe in developing talent from within, fostering a culture where driven individuals can build long‑term careers. Whether in the field or the office, our teams are united by a shared commitment to innovation, safety, and delivering exceptional results for our clients.

Heavy equipment operators handle motorized machines such as bulldozers, excavators, track loaders, rollers, and dump trucks. The heavy equipment operator's duties include preparing and manipulating heavy equipment to ensure the appropriate movement of materials and liaising with coworkers to ensure that the projects are completed accurately. You will be required to conduct your duties in a safe, diligent manner at all times.

Requirements

• Safely operate excavators, loaders, backhoes, dozers, and other heavy equipment
• Excavate trenches for utility installation with precision
• Assist crews in storm, water, and sewer pipe installation
• Always follow site safety protocols
• Maneuvering heavy motorized equipment to ensure the accurate removal and placement of materials.
• Prepares construction sites for building, demolition, or excavation.
• Loading and offloading rocks, debris, and other materials from heavy equipment.
• Always observing stipulated safety codes.
• Communicating with coworkers to elucidate project specifications, as needed.
• Reporting injuries and other accidents to the Foreman and Job Superintendent.
• Examine schedules for the day and establishes the best way of completing given task
• Advising the Foreman of requisite upgrades, repairs, and replacements.
• Inspects and fuels vehicle prior to beginning shift.
• Perform routine maintenance and repairs.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.