Area Manager - NEA

Walbec Group•Green Bay, WI

11d

About The Position

Under the direction of the Vice President of Construction, the Area Manager is responsible for all bidding and construction activities in a specified area. This includes planning, directing, coordinating, budgeting and managing activities for the bidding and construction of projects within the area. They are also responsible for promoting a culture of safety, ethics, quality, training, and diversity and inclusion.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree and/or minimum of 6-8 years of experience in contracting, construction or manufacturing
Knowledge of field construction operations, including bidding, building and negotiations
Ability to manage and lead people effectively
Flexible and available to interact with employees at all levels
Ability to manage multiple conflicting priorities
Ability to analyze and interpret financial data
Self-directed and motivated
Excellent verbal and written communication, conflict management, interpersonal and negotiation skills
Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management
Experience in manufacturing such as aggregate exploration, permitting, crushing, washing and asphalt plant operations
Project Management experience
Excellent client management and business literacy skills
Effectively develop and implement new strategies to address competitive, complex business issues
Initiative to identify and anticipate organizational needs and make recommendations for implementation

Responsibilities

Act as a liaison between Vice President/Senior Leadership team and Project Management; Operations and Scheduling to align company direction, culture and organizational development
Oversee and direct bidding and construction activity for direct report Project Managers
Direct and assist Project Managers in coordination of projects with scheduling personnel and operations supervisors
Review project specifications with Project Managers to ensure appropriate construction methods, use of equipment, personnel and subcontracting
Monitor market conditions, bidding trends and competition within respective area
Train and develop Project Managers through levels of project management
Good knowledge and understanding of aggregate sites and asphalt plants within the area
Knowledge and understanding to be a liaison for Project Managers with Manufacturing Site and Plant Managers
Good working knowledge of specifications; ensure Technical Services is included appropriately and ensure specifications are met and documented correctly
Assist in long term scheduling and planning with Manufacturing
Review, sign, monitor and negotiate construction contracts for the area
Track and manage Project Manager’s workload including bidding, billing, scheduling, accounts receivable, marketing, and customer relationship building
Promote and build strong relationships with area customers including key DOT personnel; municipal engineers/leaders; general contractors and developers; state associations
Involvement in local and state politics, funding and planning that affect the area
Aid Manufacturing in permitting aggregate and plant sites within the area
Monitor day/night work to inform local government when permit times need adjustment or waivers
Assist HR in recruitment and hiring of Project Managers and Interns
Ongoing financial management of the area including monitoring, billing, receivables, CMiC forecasting, etc.
Leader in promoting, training, ethics and productivity within the area, including Walbec Core Values of Safety, Quality, Innovation, Community, and Respect
Perform other related duties as required and assigned