Senior Operations Manager — Heavy Civil Construction

Construction Demathieu & Bard (CDB) inc.; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Construction Demathieu Bard (CDB) inc. is seeking an Operations Manager to oversee field operations in the District of Columbia, Maryland and Virginia.

You will hire project staff, manage training and performance programs, and lead teams to ensure on-time, within-budget execution of major infrastructure projects. Reporting to the Director of Construction, you will implement best practices, optimize processes, and drive recruitment and development across project sites in the DMV region.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Civil Engineering, Operations or Project Management or relevant area / combination with experience.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in management.
• Certification as a PMI, PE, PMP will be advantageous.
• Experience in schedule planning, budgeting, company operations.
• In-depth knowledge of the scope of projects within the industry.
• Knowledge of financial and business management.
• Strong experience in the Mid-Atlantic region.

Responsibilities

• Development and approval of project execution plans for a variety of heavy civil projects.
• Development and approval of project budgets, forecasting and cost reports.
• Development and negotiation of contracts with project clients, vendors and subcontractors.
• Development, approval and monitoring of project schedules.
• Management and resolution of claims and contract disputes.
• Overall management of staff and resource planning related to project execution.
• Formulate and implement operational strategy.
• Coordinate with other departments to implement strategy.
• Ensure operations are efficient, timely and within budget.
• Analyze and improve operational systems and programs, including training and performance management.
• Manage day-to-day operational activities.
• Develop and deliver operational recruitment strategy.
• Conduct interviews for operational positions.
• Ensure legal compliance of processes and programs.
• Lead, support, and mentor project staff.
• Collaborate with management and participate in strategic planning.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Accountability

Organizational skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Multitasking

Adaptability

Education

Diploma in Civil Engineering, Operations or Project Management

PMI/PE/PMP certification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Construction Demathieu Bard (CDB) inc. is seeking an Operations Manager to oversee field operations in the District of Columbia, Maryland and Virginia.

You will hire project staff, manage training and performance programs, and lead teams to ensure on-time, within-budget execution of major infrastructure projects. Reporting to the Director of Construction, you will implement best practices, optimize processes, and drive recruitment and development across project sites in the DMV region.