Site Operations Manager

Vessel Technologies • Avon, CT

72d • $125,000 - $150,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Vessel is building the future of housing. We’re combining breakthrough design, advanced manufacturing, and first- principles thinking to solve one of the world’s most urgent challenges: creating sustainable, attainable housing for all. This isn’t just construction. It’s a reimagining of how people live. We care about every detail, from beauty and durability to efficiency and access, because we believe everyone deserves a home that’s thoughtfully made. Backed by Mosaic Ventures and Lennar, the country’s largest homebuilder, we’re scaling fast and looking for an exceptional Site Operations Leader to join our team. This is a rare opportunity for a site leader to take on a pivotal role in capital project execution, while remaining deeply connected to operations. You’ll navigate real-time challenges, align infrastructure buildouts with production needs, and directly influence how our physical footprint scales with the business. If you’re ready to help shape a better world, Vessel is where you’ll do the most meaningful work of your career.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience leading on site construction, facilities or capital projects within industrial or commercial construction environments
• 3+ years of leadership experience, including oversight of multiple contractors
• Proven track record delivering projects on time and on budget.
• Proven ability to assess and mitigate project risks, including operational, financial, and legal challenges
• Strong project management skills with a record of delivering complex, cross-functional initiatives
• Comfortable operating without a fixed office and based on site
• Familiar with regulatory requirements and code compliance

Responsibilities

• Own the delivery of Vessel projects on time and on budget and delighting customers
• Lead the operational planning and execution, aligning site operations with organizational goals
• Own the overall delivery schedule linking manufacturing, logistics, and on-site assembly.
• Maintain a detailed master schedule with milestones for production, transport, craning, installation, and inspections.
• Prepare each day’s activities, ensuring tools, materials, and equipment are organized for the following day’s work.
• Oversee daily production targets and resource allocation, including managing crew schedules and performance metrics.
• Anticipate potential delays or conflicts and implement mitigation strategies.
• Verify that work progresses according to plans, specifications, and timelines.
• Inspect work regularly to ensure it meets project plans, building codes, and quality standards.
• Maintain daily logs, progress reports, and incident reports.
• Identify deficiencies and direct subcontractors to resolve issues promptly.
• Enforce all OSHA, company, and site-specific safety policies.
• Conduct daily safety meetings and regular toolbox talks
• Coordinate daily operations with subcontractors, vendors, and suppliers, ensuring efficient workflow and sequencing.
• Manage site logistics, including material organization, cleanliness, lockups, and equipment readiness.
• Proactively resolve resource gaps, compliance issues, and shifting priorities.
• Act as the escalation point for complex challenges, including inspections, vendor issues, and cross-site coordination

Benefits

• Competitive compensation with performance bonus and equity options
• 401k & Health Plans (Medical, Dental, and Vision), including HSA/FSA options
• Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance, plus Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
• Weekly lunches and team building events
• Adoption Assistance, Caregiver Support, and Financial Assistance through Employee Support Programs
• Commuter Benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees