Restoration Operations Manager

Merjent • Cedar Rapids, IA

8d • $110,000 - $140,000

About The Position

Merjent is seeking an experienced Restoration Operations Manager who will be responsible for managing the company's restoration services program in accordance with the company's strategic plan. The Restoration Operations Manager works with the division president and project managers to establish, implement, and oversee Merjent's short- and long-range goals, strategies, plans, and policies to ensure the restoration program is operating in an efficient and profitable manner. This is a full-time benefits eligible opportunity that will be based in Cedar Rapids, IA. The anticipated annual salary for this position is between $110,000 and $140,000 annually, dependent upon qualifications and experience. This position is bonus eligible. Merjent is a medium-sized consulting and engineering company dedicated to creating an environment where both people and projects succeed. Merjent has staff located across the United States who may choose a remote, in-office, or hybrid work arrangement. All full-time employees begin their tenure at Merjent with 4 weeks of paid vacation regardless of seniority. In addition, employees receive 10 paid holidays and generous benefits and compensation packages. Merjent supports annual career-related training for employees to become or continue as leaders in their field of expertise. Merjent facilitates organic growth within the company and encourages employees to bring their ideas forward to grow existing and create new service lines within and beyond the currently served sectors of energy, mining, transportation, manufacturing and construction, land development industries, and government. Merjent also invests in its company culture by supporting travel for remote employees to attend in-person team meetings and all-staff events. The Merjent difference is real – it's based on a commitment to our values, which guides us in how we work with clients and each other. Our commitment to quality and professional integrity encompasses everything we do. We are proud of our reputation for delivering quality work and building long-term, trusting relationships with our clients and with regulatory agencies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in an environmental or social field of study with appropriate experience in the industries Merjent supports.
• Minimum of 10 years of reclamation and/or restoration leadership experience.
• Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner and ability to plan resource requirements to keep the business running smoothly.
• Effective problem solver and forward-thinker.
• Excellent oral, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Experience delegating work assignments, set expectations/deadlines, and monitor delegated activities.
• Ability to inspire and motivate others to perform well and accept feedback from others.
• Demonstrated experience building respectful relationships with internal and external parties and developing business opportunities while meeting company objectives.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Assists the division president and director with budgeting and procurement; assists project managers with resource planning and coordination; and assigns and monitors maintenance schedules.
• Assists president and director with Go/No-Go and pricing/proposal review.
• Leads proposals as needed based on availability and complexity.
• Provides input to estimator on operational strategy to be used on projects.
• Works with project managers to identify staffing needs.
• Assists recruiting for the service line, including interviews and onboarding. Levels of staffing include project hires, field technicians, and operators.
• Provides growth opportunities by mentoring and developing career paths for all levels of staff.
• Manages restoration schedule, project resource distribution planning, and coordination (staff and equipment).
• Works with division leadership to ensure field staff are performing in accordance with company and client requirements while limiting overall risk for the company.

Benefits

• All full-time employees begin their tenure at Merjent with 4 weeks of paid vacation regardless of seniority.
• employees receive 10 paid holidays and generous benefits and compensation packages.
• Merjent supports annual career-related training for employees to become or continue as leaders in their field of expertise.
• Merjent also invests in its company culture by supporting travel for remote employees to attend in-person team meetings and all-staff events.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees