Construction & Operations Manager

Overview

The purpose of this classification is to plan, direct and manage the operations and staff of an assigned unit of the Roads and Drainage Division.

• Manages, directs, and evaluates assigned staff; oversees employee work schedules to ensure adequate coverage and control; compiles and reviews timesheets; approves/processes employee concerns and problems and counsels or disciplines as appropriate; assists with or completes employee performance appraisals; directs work; acts as a liaison between employees and senior management; and trains staff in operations, policies, and procedures.
• Organizes, prioritizes, and assigns work; prioritizes and schedules work activities in order to meet objectives; ensures that subordinates have the proper resources needed to complete the assigned work; monitors status of work in progress and inspects completed work; consults with assigned staff to assist with complex/problem situations and provide technical expertise; and provides progress and activity reports to senior management.
• Manages an assigned unit within the Division; develops, plans, and implements long- and short-term strategic plans, goals, and objectives; evaluates effectiveness and performance of current systems and programs in relation to growing needs of the County; and identifies needed changes, modifications and/or enhancements.
• Manages projects in assigned operational program; establishes project priorities; develops plans for implementing projects to include lifecycle plans that identify the order, timing and priority of projects; recommends methods, changes, equipment, etc. to meet organizational needs; and identifies new processes and alternatives to resolve problems or improve/enhance operations.
• Develops and implements standards, policies and procedures for assigned unit; maintains written standards for work processes; documents and reviews procedures; establishes and enforces best practices; and consults with other managers in design of procedures and standards.
• Manages financial activities of assigned unit, including budget development and implementation, contract administration, bid specification development for equipment and materials, etc.; monitors expenditures to ensure compliance with approved budget; and maintains related documentation.

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering or related field; five years of progressively responsible experience in area of assignment, to include lead or supervisory experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.

Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’slicense.