Operations Manager - Construction

Trueline•Hendersen, CO

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking an Operations Manager to join their leadership team in the Denver metro area. This is a pivotal leadership opportunity with a company that has built its reputation over more than 50 years by delivering complex concrete cutting, coring, demolition, and specialty construction services for some of the region's most demanding projects. Reporting directly to the President, you'll serve as the operational leader of the business, overseeing field operations, scheduling, resource planning, estimating support, and project execution while helping drive profitability, safety, and continued growth.

Requirements

8+ years of construction operations experience, including at least 3 years in a Foreman, Superintendent, Operations, or similar leadership role
Strong background in concrete cutting, concrete coring, demolition, heavy civil, specialty contracting, or closely related construction disciplines
Demonstrated experience managing multiple crews, projects, schedules, equipment, and operational resources simultaneously
Strong understanding of construction estimating, job costing, budgeting, production rates, and field operations
Experience reviewing construction drawings, specifications, and project documentation
Proven leadership skills with the ability to motivate teams, hold people accountable, and develop employees
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams
Strong organizational skills and the ability to make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment
Comfortable balancing office responsibilities with regular visits to active job sites
High level of ownership, urgency, and commitment to operational excellence

Nice To Haves

Experience with concrete sawing, drilling, demolition, or specialty concrete services
Construction Management, Engineering, or related education
Experience supporting estimating or preconstruction activities
Public infrastructure, transportation, airport, industrial, or government project experience
Knowledge of project management and scheduling software
Experience leading continuous improvement initiatives within construction operations

Responsibilities

Lead all day-to-day field operations, ensuring projects are executed safely, efficiently, on schedule, and within budget
Manage project scheduling, workforce planning, equipment allocation, and resource utilization across multiple concurrent projects
Direct Field Supervisors, Lead Operators, and field personnel while providing coaching, mentorship, accountability, and performance management
Partner with the President to establish operational priorities and support the company's continued growth
Oversee job cost performance, labor productivity, equipment utilization, and operational profitability
Review project plans, specifications, and field requirements to develop execution strategies and support estimating efforts
Prepare, review, and approve change orders, additional work requests, and operational purchasing activities
Coordinate closely with estimating, administration, and accounting to ensure accurate job costing, documentation, and project handoffs
Build strong relationships with general contractors, owners, subcontractors, and project stakeholders while serving as a trusted operational partner
Drive a culture of safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement throughout the field organization
Monitor project performance, proactively identify operational challenges, and implement solutions before they impact schedules or profitability
Support recruiting, hiring, training, and development of field personnel while building the next generation of operational leaders