Operations Manager

Alston Construction Company • Allentown, PA

73d

About The Position

The Operations Manager is responsible for the daily management, supervision, coordination, and successful completion of projects for the assigned business unit(s). The overall goal of the Operations Manager is to ensure the business unit's operations are effective, comply with company policies and procedures, adhere to industry best practices, and are profitable.

Requirements

• Degree in Construction Management, Engineering or related field and appropriate experience successfully managing construction projects for a general contractor from conception to completion.
• Design-build experience on relevant project types.
• Valid driver's license with satisfactory driving record.

Responsibilities

• Participate in establishing short and long-term goals and objectives for business unit(s), consistent with corporate goals and objectives, and communicate to staff.
• Plan, manage, and complete assignments and projects on time and accurately. Assume responsibility for performance and productivity of self and team.
• Provide oversight to ensure all projects are completed in a quality manner, on time and within budget.
• Make recommendations on ways to improve business operations, looking for ways to improve efficiency and profitability and to increase client satisfaction.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with Company staff, prospective and current clients, architects, engineers, and subcontractors.
• Provide leadership and guidance to staff; provide oversight to ensure effective and efficient operation of business unit(s) and compliance with Alston Construction's established policies and procedures.
• Mentor, develop and train Operations staff. Proactively identify workforce needs. Assist in recruiting efforts through networking in the local community. Interview and assist in the selection of new staff.
• Review contracts and assist VP/GM, SVP/RM and Risk Management with mitigating risks associated with project and contract terms.
• Assist in identifying new work opportunities and advise VP/GM of potential projects with existing and new clients and lead or participate in the pursuit of project leads.
• Other relevant duties.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Prescription safety glasses
• Short-term disability
• Long-term disability
• Life insurance/AD&D
• HSA
• Health FSA
• Dependent daycare FSA
• EAP
• 401(k)
• Roth 401(k)
• After-Tax Roth In-Plan Conversion
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Tickets at Work
• Paid Identity Theft Protection (family coverage)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Construction of Buildings
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees