Operations Manager

Operations Manager

Payne + Dolan, Inc. a Walbec Group Company

Gladstone, MI

Are you looking for an exciting career in road, highway, and bridge construction? Payne + Dolan of the Walbec Group has a place for hard working, loyal, and driven people like you. Come work with us as a Operations Manager and enjoy a family-focused, progressive culture. Our approach is driven by an involved focus on Safety and efficiency, resulting in us being a leader in the heavy and highway construction industry.

The Company:

The Walbec Group of companies is currently in its third generation of family leadership producing high-quality construction materials and delivering unparalleled professional design, engineering, and construction services.

• Multi-year Milwaukee Business Journal Best Place to Work honoree and a Best Place to Work by Employ Humanity.

• Associated with many exciting state, municipal, federal, and commercial projects. Check out our website for a complete list of interesting projects. walbecgroup.com
• Proud Partner of the Green Bay Packers.

The Position:

Under the direction of the Vice President/Area Manager of Construction, the Operations Manager is responsible for all Supervisors and for efficient personnel scheduling, overseeing equipment needs and repair and reinforcement of continuous quality improvement in the area of operations. This includes planning, directing, coordinating, and managing operations within the area. You are also responsible for promoting a culture of safety, ethics, quality, training, diversity and inclusion.

Role and Responsibilities

• Act as a liaison between Vice President/Area Management team and Operations Management to align company direction, culture and organizational development
• Leader in promoting safety, training, quality, ethics and productivity within the area
• Acts as safety leader for field operations, being involved and championing the company safety expectations and programs
• Works with Project Management staff, Supervisors, Scheduling and Trucking Coordinators, Flagging and Transportation Coordinators to monitor job planning and ensures we are utilizing the resources of labor and equipment efficiently to maximize Production, Quality and Safety goals
• Track and manage Supervisors' workload including bidding, scheduling, employee management, personnel relations, and training
• Works with Supervisors throughout Walbec to ensure consistent processes and collaborate on improvement opportunities
• Primary facilitator of the Crews for Success and Future Foreman programs and involved in Foreman and crew evaluation processes.
• Works closely with Area Managers, Supervisors and Human Resources on any personnel issues that develop
• Assist Human Resources in recruitment and hiring of Foreman and field staff
• Works with Supervisors to develop and implement training for Foreman and field personnel using quality manuals, adhering to best practices guidelines
• Provides continuous improvement initiatives, analysis of operations, and implements any new processes being developed
• Understand, to an expert level, the machine operations and automation operations of equipment being utilized on jobs
• Prioritizes and coordinates with Supervisors, Repair Shop Manager, Foreman, and Mechanics on repair and maintenance of field equipment support. Reviews repair methods, costs, etc.
• Responsible for evaluating new equipment specifications and directly involved in equipment purchases
• When appropriate, arranges and monitors Product Demonstration of equipment and provides feedback to Operations group.
• Has a strong knowledge of state DOT specifications for Construction, Safety and CMV; ensure Technical Services is included appropriately and ensure specifications are met and documented correctly. Works with Technical Services on any problems in field.
• Perform other related duties as required and assigned

The Benefits:

Team members at the Walbec Group are offered competitive pay and benefits that align with our values while supporting good health and a balanced life now and into the future. Additionally, we offer a range of opportunities for professional development and career growth that help us all to be successful.

We have the usual suspects like dental, vision, life, flex, EAP, PTO and holidays. We are big fans of our "no premium medical plan" and HRA contribution (with participation in wellness initiatives), company-paid short-and long-term disability with company contribution, paid parental leave, profit sharing, and a robust Walbec training program.

The Candidate:

• Bachelor's Degree and/or minimum of 6-8 years of experience in construction or manufacturing operations
• High level knowledge of field construction operations
• Ability to manage and lead people effectively
• Flexible and available to interact with employees at all levels
• Ability to manage multiple conflicting priorities
• Ability to analyze and interpret financial data
• Self-directed and motivated
• Excellent verbal and written communication, conflict management, interpersonal and negotiation skills
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record

Preferred Skills

• Foreman or Supervisor field experience
• Equipment knowledge of application, costs, utilization, repairs, and capabilities
• Excellent personnel management skills
• Effectively develop and implement new strategies to address operational inefficiencies
• Initiative to identify and anticipate organizational needs and make recommendations for implementation

Why Should You Apply?

First, because we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture here at the Walbec Group. Our leadership understands the unique abilities and differences of our team members drive innovation and growth. When you choose Walbec, you'll be welcomed into a supportive environment where all team members feel heard, respected, and valued.

• Excellent wages and benefits packages.
• Job security in our role as an essential company providing infrastructure services.
• Growth opportunities working alongside and learning from experienced industry professionals.
• Be involved in innovative and exciting projects throughout the local area and the state.
• Family-oriented, supportive culture.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action employer and it is our practice to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants. In addition, it is the policy of the Company to comply with applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in each locality in which the Company has employees. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply!

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