Operations Manager, Infrastructure Outpost

Position: Operations Manager, Infrastructure | Civil Contractor |  | Outpost Recruitment
Large Civil Contractor is seeking an experienced Operations Manager with 8+ years experience on a large infrastructure projects ($50m+) in Vancouver. Reporting to the General Manager, the Operations Manager provides overall leadership and responsibility for site operations and field personnel, typically involving project execution, production tracking, and resource optimization. The Operations Manager works closely with site supervisors and office staff (superintendents, project managers, estimators).
Our client is seeking top tier talent to further strengthen our capabilities. They will provide a collaborative and caring culture and the necessary tools and support for you to succeed, both personally and professionally. If you’re eager to work on innovative projects, be part of a great team.
Key Accountabilities of Operations Manager:
Respond to customer needs
Ensure project performance aligns with plan
Develop improved processes
Promote safety culture and ensure that all safety related items are dealt with promptly

Duties & Responsibilities of Operations Manager:
Lead the business culture to operate with safety, respect, professionalism, and efficiency
Support and demonstrate companies shared purpose, mission and values
Understand and deliver on each project’s scope of work, ensuring that the project team mitigates risks and enhances opportunities
Confirm technical approach by consulting with the division’s superintendents and foremen
Participate in the tendering processes as needed, attend bid review meetings
Ensure schedule-driven, resource-loaded project execution plans are developed
Verify that the field operations have the facilities, materials, tools and resources to operate efficiently
Review project financial forecasting reports with the project managers and, when needed, make adjustments to resourcing and equipment plans to enhance productivity
Work with the project manager and the Health and Safety team through site safety inspections, incident and near-miss reporting, development of site-specific instructions and general safe operating procedures
Clearly communicate expectations to team members and stakeholders
Be accountable for project teams’ performance and results
Communicate regularly with clients, obtain feedback and focus on client satisfaction
Participate in the recruitment and onboarding of staff, in coordination with the General Manager, HR and

Qualifications:

Successful track record of operational leadership combined with management responsibilities in a company
providing project management and technical services, preferably with experience in heavy civil contracting
Relevant degree or technical diploma from a recognized post-secondary institution, or equivalent experience
The Operations Manager will have strong project financial management acumen gained in a complex business environment
Able to develop strategies to support the achievement of operational and financial goals
Strong client orientation and confidence to establish immediate credibility
Leadership, team building and excellent communication skills
Ability to manage a broad and diverse set of relationships and networks at all levels of the organization
A high level of professionalism, sense of responsibility and organizational commitment
Work Conditions:
Office and field environment, with frequent travel to active project sites
Working to deadlines, continuous team interaction, troubleshooting and issue resolution
Operations Manager will oversee:
Site logistics
Construction plan and execution strategy, adjustments to the plan as required
Resource tracking and planning – crew and equipment
Subcontractor management
Self-perform management, ensure operations are on task and achieving objectives/project requirements
Adherence to design,…