Construction Operations Manager - Simple/Combined Cycle

Black & Veatch Family of Companies•Olathe, SC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This is an opportunity to lead high-impact construction execution for EPC and service projects in advanced power generation, including conventional, combined cycle, simple cycle, and RICE projects. In this role, you will help drive successful project delivery by ensuring the right resources, tools, and execution strategies are in place. You will play a key leadership role in shaping construction outcomes, supporting business growth, and making critical execution decisions within your area of responsibility. This role requires travel.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in engineering or construction or equivalent relevant experience.
10-20 years of construction operations experience, based on assigned area of operations.
All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.
OSHA 10

Nice To Haves

10+ years of EPC experience supporting conventional, simple cycle, and combined cycle projects
Proven success in a Site Manager role on at least two major projects valued at more than $200 million.
Strong combination of construction operations expertise, project management experience, and leadership capability.
Ability to deliver project gross margin
Knowledge of company practices and processes and their impact on project activities
Understanding of risk assessment policies and procedures
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Conceptual planning ability
Sound problem-solving skills

Responsibilities

Lead craft resourcing strategies, including workforce preparation, execution planning, staffing levels, and role alignment
Drive workforce planning efforts in alignment with the construction baseline schedule
Oversee construction readiness and gate reviews prior to mobilization and major project activities
Deliver construction project execution across scope, schedule, cost, quality, and safety objectives
Guide site performance management, including productivity, cost, and UR/PF curve performance
Partner with Construction Resource Managers and recruiters to ensure projects are staffed with qualified, project-ready professionals
Direct the development and review of project construction execution plans
Develop execution plans for projects and proposals, including staffing, scheduling, materials, equipment, risk assessments, and cost estimates
Contribute to constructability reviews that improve efficiency and help reduce construction cost and schedule duration
Monitor construction execution performance, communicate progress to operations leadership, and implement corrective actions when needed
Promote compliance with safety, health, quality, and project specifications while providing construction support to Project Managers
Build strong relationships with key clients, alliance partners, subcontractors, and project teams
Evaluate and recommend alliance partners and subcontractors in support of project execution plans
Lead, coach, and develop direct reports while identifying process improvements that add value to the business
Champion continuous improvement initiatives across construction operations
Assess and support change management impacts associated with improvement initiatives
Ensure projects follow contractual change management processes established in project agreements
Encourage team participation in continuous improvement activities and foster a culture of operational excellence