Area Operations Manager

Job Description JOB POSITION DESCRIPTION

Position Title:

Area Operations Manager

Position

Reports To:

Vice President of Operations

Position Summary The Area Operations Manager is responsible for the overall leadership, management, and performance of operations across an assigned geographic area. This position provides strategic and operational leadership to ensure safe, efficient, and profitable execution of projects while maintaining high standards of quality, productivity, customer service, and employee performance.

• Provides overall operational leadership and direction for the assigned area.
• Develops and implements operational procedures and strategies to improve efficiency, productivity, quality, and profitability.
• Monitors area operating activities and provides regular reporting and recommendations to senior leadership.
• Develops and executes long-term goals and objectives for the assigned area in alignment with Apache's strategic direction.
• Identifies, develops, and aligns high-performing teams and individuals to meet organizational goals.
• Partners with regional Sales leadership to coordinate activities between Sales and Operations and support business development opportunities.
• Works with regional and corporate leadership to manage financial forecasting, budgeting, revenue, profitability, margins, bill rates, and utilization.
• Accurately forecasts revenue, profitability, margins, bill rates, utilization, and workforce requirements across the assigned area.
• Reviews the performance and status of Account Managers, Project Managers, and operational teams and addresses issues, risks, and opportunities as appropriate.
• Provides guidance and support to operational teams regarding contract pricing, terms, and conditions.
• Collaborates with staff and Project Management teams to develop work scopes, staffing plans, labor estimates, schedules, and project execution strategies.
• Ensures consistent application of craft processes, technical approaches, design standards, and quality management practices.
• Interfaces with clients, construction personnel, subcontractors, vendors, and other stakeholders as needed.
• Leads by example and promotes a strong culture of safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Promotes a positive work environment that encourages high performance, employee engagement, professional development, and high morale.
• Provides leadership, coaching, mentoring, and performance feedback to managers, supervisors, and team members within the assigned area.
• Assists in developing and implementing training strategies to ensure technical and operational competency.
• Supports budgeting, reporting, planning, and auditing policies and procedures for the assigned area.
• Drives Apache initiatives related to Safety, Quality, Asset Management, and operational excellence.
• Partners with other divisions, areas, and regions to share resources, best practices, and expertise.
• Identifies opportunities for business growth, operational expansion, improved customer relationships, and increased market share.
• Ensures appropriate staffing levels and workforce planning to support current and anticipated business needs.
• Supports succession planning and leadership development within the assigned area.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• 5+ years of experience in oil and gas, industrial services, construction, or a related industry preferred.
• 3+ years of progressive supervisory or management experience.
• Experience managing operations across multiple projects, locations, or business units preferred.
• Demonstrated experience with financial forecasting, budgeting, project profitability, and operational performance.
• Experience leading and developing managers, supervisors, and operational teams.
• Ex…