Operations Manager

Baker Construction•Gainesville, FL

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Join Our Team as an Operations Manager at Baker Water! Are you an experienced professional in the construction industry seeking a new challenge where you can lead and thrive in every aspect of project operations? Baker Water is growing, and we're excited to invite a skilled individual to join our team as an Operations Manager for our Northern Florida market. As part of our water infrastructure division, you'll oversee and manage all field and office operations. This role is key in ensuring successful project completion while driving operations that align with our company’s overall objectives. Why Choose Baker Water? Baker Water, a division of Baker Construction, builds critical water infrastructure across the country. You’ll be part of a national team serving as the general contractor, helping bring together people, partners, and trades to deliver complex, essential facilities. The work spans the full life of a project, so you’re not just contributing to one phase. You are a part of something bigger from start to finish. Guided by Baker’s values of People, Honor, and Grit, you’ll find a place where your effort matters and your voice is valued. If you have ambition and drive, Baker offers the opportunity and support to take your career as far as you want it to go.

Requirements

A degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field preferred; however, equivalent experience in water and wastewater infrastructure plant construction will be considered in lieu of a degree.
Minimum of 15 years of progressively responsible experience within the water and wastewater infrastructure construction industry.
Ongoing professional development is expected, including continued learning in evolving technologies, industry best practices, and the development of strong communication, interpersonal, negotiation, and leadership skills, along with the demonstration of high ethical standards.

Responsibilities

Enforce objectives, policies, and performance standards for construction projects in alignment with company policies and as defined by the Business Unit Leader. Drive SSQP, safety schedule, quality and production.
Develop and direct short-term and long-range strategies for field operations that support the company's overall goals and objectives.
Participate in hiring, coordinating, appraising, and assigning field coworkers (both salaried and hourly), working with the Business Unit Leader and Human Resources. Assist the Regional Vice President in leading client relationships.
Provide leadership and guidance to Project Teams, and other supervisory personnel. Mentor and train project teams as needed.
Monitor project schedules, costs, and contractual commitments, safety and risk management. Collaborate with Project Managers, Superintendents and teams to resolve any safety, schedule or quality challenges.
Ensure proper project controls and documentation are maintained, including daily, weekly, and monthly reporting, RFIs, OCOs, PCOs, field orders, and correspondence. Establish new controls as required in coordination with the Business Unit Leader.
Oversee managers in handling financial aspects of contracts such as change orders, applications for payment, and payment collection. Ensure payments to subcontractors and suppliers are processed as needed.