Field Operations Manager I (high voltage / substations, renewables construction)

Description

• Effectively present information and respond to questions from project managers, superintendents, clients, customers and the general public
• Provide feedback and performance related discussions to staff
• Effectively communicate Company’s beliefs throughout the organization
• Effectively communicate and develop positive working relationships with the owner, owner’s representative, and the Company’s site supervision, in order to facilitate the quality objectives
• Promote culture of quality workmanship in the field
• Participate in Root Cause Analysis investigations and drive closure of accompanying action items
• Manage equipment matrix by supervisor to ensure accountability for equipment
• Develop operational policies and procedures for maximizing safety, performance and profitability
• Participate and/or lead problem solving and continuous improvement efforts
• Read, analyze and interpret blueprints, professional journals, technical procedures, contracts or governmental regulations
• Evaluate, train, mentor and manage all field supervision
• Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form
• Take reasonable care of your own and others’ health and safety and of those who may be affected by the day-to-day delivery of this role by taking personal responsibility for working toward Company’ s Zero Injury principles
• Manage budget and coordinate materials to ensure ongoing operations are equipped and staffed
• Apply principles of quality, lean kaizen and continuous improvement
• Cross-train staff to be able to move between industrial, civil, power, oil and gas, etc.
• Complete performance evaluations for direct reports
• Develop best practices and standard tools to use to continuously improve operational efficiency
• Develop workforce plan with Project Management Team for each project to include the general labor needs, supervisors, site management and equipment necessary for each project, as well as identify key employees and training needs that can be tied to SMART goals
• Calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, proportions, percentages, area, circumference and volume
• Work with Project Management Team on salary, allowances, payments, etc.
• Develop project matrix with the Project Management Team
• Complete Performance Evaluations and process all ESRs, Wage Changes and Manpower requests
• Write reports, technical specifications, work instructions, procedures, business correspondence and document quality related issues and activities
• Streamline all field office operational, functional and administrative systems and insure they are in compliance with local laws and regulations
• Promote and communicate the Company quality policies and procedures
• Oversee HR related procedures including recruitment, promotions, transfers, termination and salary negotiations
• Ensure timely preparation and submission of required field reporting
• Establish, communicate, and evaluate progress towards field goals and benchmarks
• Monitor and manage field office expenses with assigned budget
• Monitor key metrics and develop operational strategies for profitability
• Resolve all issues and concerns relating to field office operations

Requirements

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, Procore and scheduling softwares
• Fire resistant clothing will be required
• Solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in standardized situations
• Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra, statistics and geometry
• Supervisory experience required
• Required to have experience in isolations/clearances, LOTO and energizations
• This work environment may involve moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors and/or loud noises
• Strong electrical experience within EPC or similar construction project environments
• Renewables construction project experience preferred (solar, wind, energy storage - BESS)
• Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university in quality, industrial technology, business management, construction, science or related major or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience in craft construction positions and within Construction Manager job titles preferred
• 7-10 years of experience in high voltage and substation construction

Benefits

• Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance, Weight Management Drug Discount
• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave
• Emergency Travel Assistance Program
• 401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Compensation $125,000-$155,000 / year + annual bonus, commensurate with experience
• Employee Assistance Program
• Military Leave, including Differential Pay and Benefits Continuation
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children
• Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)
• Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment
• Group legal plan
• Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase
• Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage
• Discounted National Gym Membership Network

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance