Director of Operations – Heavy Industrial & Field Services
About The Position
Henke Industrial is seeking a highly experienced, field-oriented Director of Operations to lead our specialized heavy industrial service teams. Unlike traditional manufacturing or stationary plant management roles, this position is strictly focused on field-deployed operations, including turnkey equipment relocation, millwright and rigging services, heavy-haul logistics, and facility lifecycle services. We need a "boots-on-the-ground" leader who thrives in high-stakes project environments. You will be responsible for overseeing complex machinery moves, managing craft labor and rigging crews, ensuring rigorous safety compliance, and estimating project-based logistics. If your background is in industrial contracting, heavy-haul logistics, or specialized rigging, we want to talk to you.
Requirements
- 7+ years of senior operations or project management experience specifically within industrial contracting, specialized rigging, millwright services, or heavy-haul logistics.
- Proven track record of estimating and executing field-based construction or heavy industrial projects.
- Deep technical knowledge of rigging principles, heavy machinery, cranes, and specialized transport equipment.
- Strong financial acumen related to project-based P&L, bidding, and resource allocation.
- Expertise in OSHA and DOT compliance.
- Exceptional leadership skills with the ability to manage both craft labor and client stakeholders.
Nice To Haves
- Traditional stationary plant, warehousing, or retail logistics experience will not be considered a fit for this role.
Responsibilities
- Oversee all field-deployed projects, including heavy equipment relocation, millwright services, and turnkey facility installations.
- Develop accurate project estimates, Statements of Work (SOWs), and operational execution plans for complex machinery moves.
- Lead, mentor, and allocate technical resources, including riggers, operators, millwrights, and field supervisors.
- Act as the primary operational point of contact for clients during active field projects, handling change orders and resolving on-site logistical challenges.
- Manage and optimize specialized fleet logistics, including routing and permitting for Over-Size/Over-Weight (OS/OW) freight.
- Demonstrate deep technical fluency in specialized transport equipment (e.g., RGNs, Step Decks, multi-axle configurations) and heavy-lift rigging operations.
- Coordinate complex project scheduling to ensure specialized equipment and crews arrive on-site in sequence.
- Champion a zero-incident safety culture across all active job sites.
- Develop and enforce Site-Specific Safety Plans (SSSP) tailored to heavy industrial and construction environments.
- Ensure strict compliance with all relevant OSHA, DOT, and specialized industry regulations.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
