Colorado Springs Field Operations Manager

Levy • Colorado Springs, CO

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Schmidt Construction, part of the Levy Group of Companies is seeking a
Operations Manager to work at our Delta location in Colorado Springs, CO. The
Operations Manager is responsible for the overall leadership, coordination, and
performance of field construction operations. This role oversees multiple
projects and crews, ensuring work is executed safely, efficiently, and in
alignment with company standards, schedules, and financial goals.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years experience and strong understanding of paving and heavy civil construction operations
• Strong understanding of paving and heavy civil construction operations
• Proven leadership experience managing multiple crews and field leaders
• Strong knowledge of jobsite safety practices and regulatory expectations
• Ability to plan and coordinate manpower, equipment, and production across projects
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Ability to make decisions in a fast-paced operational environment
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities
• Financial awareness related to productivity and operational efficiency
• Self-motivated, dependable, and accountable
• High School degree and college education and/or sufficient work experience in similar work environment

Responsibilities

• Lead and support Superintendents and Foremen across multiple projects
• Set expectations for safety, production, quality, and professionalism
• Ensure consistent planning, execution, and documentation in the field
• Promote a strong safety culture and enforce company policies
• Support jobsite safety programs and review incidents and corrective actions
• Hold teams accountable for safe work practices
• Coordinate manpower, equipment, and resources across projects
• Partner with field leaders to develop schedules and resolve production issues
• Optimize crew and equipment efficiency
• Work closely with asphalt plants, aggregates, trucking, and project teams
• Align production, delivery, and field needs through proactive planning
• Communicate workload changes and prevent operational disruptions
• Ensure work meets plans, specs, and company standards
• Address performance and quality issues in the field
• Drive continuous improvement in execution and productivity
• Coach, mentor, and develop field leaders
• Support hiring, training, and performance management
• Foster accountability, teamwork, and growth

Benefits

• Competitive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Prescription, Long- and Short-term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement for qualified skilled trade programs
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Employee Referral Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED