Director of Operations & Fleet Management

Dondlinger Construction•Wichita, KS

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Dondlinger Construction Company is seeking a Director of Operations & Fleet Management to oversee the procurement, maintenance, and lifecycle management of the company's extensive fleet of over 600 pieces of heavy equipment. This role also includes managing the day-to-day operations of the company yard, encompassing both the material yard (pipe, conex boxes, formwork, lumber, etc.) and the aggregate yard (dirt, recycled concrete, rock, sand, etc.). The position is crucial for ensuring equipment reliability, controlling costs, and maintaining operational readiness across all job sites. The company has a long history, offers year-round work, career advancement, and comprehensive benefits.

Requirements

5+ years managing a large fleet of heavy equipment (100+ pieces) within construction, general contracting, or related industry.
Strong working knowledge of heavy equipment maintenance, repair, and preventive maintenance programs.
Experience managing yard operations, materials handling, and inventory control.
Experience with fleet management or telematics software, and general proficiency with technology.
Knowledge of DOT, OSHA, and other regulatory requirements related to fleet and equipment operations.
Proven experience managing equipment budgets, cost controls, and vendor negotiations.
Supervisory experience managing mechanics, technicians, and/or yard staff.
Ability to assess and mitigate risk, and collaborate effectively with peers, project teams, vendors, and subcontractors.
Must operate in a character consistent with company values (Skill, Integrity, and Responsibility) and stay current on emerging industry trends and technology.
Valid driver's license and ability to work flexible hours, including occasional emergency response.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in construction management, business, or a related field is preferred, but not required.
AEMP certifications is a plus.
ASE certification(s) or equivalent diesel/heavy equipment technician background, or a Commercial Driver's License (CDL), is a plus.
Experience with fleet management platforms (Tenna), is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage the full lifecycle of a 600+ piece heavy equipment and vehicle fleet, including procurement, deployment, maintenance, repair, and disposal/resale.
Maintain and guide preventive maintenance program, including inspection schedules, service intervals, and repair tracking for all fleet assets.
Supervise shop operations and manage relationships with outside repair vendors and dealerships.
Track equipment use and lifecycle costs to inform repair vs. replace and buy vs. lease decisions.
Maintain a fleet management system to support scheduling, utilization reporting, and data-driven decisions.
Ensure all equipment and vehicles meet DOT, OSHA, and other regulatory requirements, including inspections, registrations, titling, and insurance.
Coordinate equipment scheduling and allocation across active job sites, and negotiate with vendors and suppliers for equipment, parts, and services.
Support preconstruction and estimating teams with equipment selection, availability, and cost input during bidding.
Lead yard operations, and ensure that inventory and organization of the material yard (pipe, conex boxes, formwork, lumber, etc) and aggregate yard (dirt, recycled concrete, rock, sand, etc) is maintained.
Supervise yard staff, including dispatch, receiving, and material handling personnel, and coordinate deliveries and pickups to and from job sites.
Maintain yard layout for efficient loading, staging, and retrieval of equipment and materials.
Maintain yard safety, security, and environmental compliance, including stormwater and material storage requirements.
Provide regular status reports on fleet condition, maintenance costs, and yard inventory, and collaborate with Project Managers and field leadership to align resources with project needs.
Other duties as directed by the company leadership.