Regional Operations Manager – Plant

Role Overview

• Lead and support multiple Area Managers and field managers to ensure consistent, high-quality execution of construction projects.
• Monitor and guide safety practices, budget performance, schedule adherence, contract compliance, and project execution standards.
• Conduct regular field visits to monitor job progress and ensure alignment with company values and policies.
• Develop and execute regional business strategies aligned with corporate objectives.
• Participate in long-term planning for market expansion, equipment investments, and workforce capacity.
• Collaborate with preconstruction and estimating teams to assess market conditions and guide pursuit strategies.
• Analyze regional performance metrics and provide proactive recommendations to improve outcomes.
• Identify operational risks and implement mitigation strategies to protect company interests.
• Oversee workforce planning, hiring strategies, and leadership pipeline development within assigned regions.
• Maintain high-level client relationships across regions and support multiple areas in business acquisition efforts.
• Develop and lead project pursuit and bid strategies, project negotiations, and client presentations.
• Collaborate with Area Managers and BD teams to support client retention and long-term relationship strategies.
• Represent the company in industry associations, conferences, and public forums.
• Review and validate area-level financial reports, forecasts, and monthly WIP summaries.
• Guide regional budgeting and resource allocation in collaboration with finance and estimating teams.
• Monitor project financial health and trends to recommend corrective actions when needed.
• Support contract risk management, insurance claims, and legal matters across regional operations.

Requirements

• Exceptional leadership and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple business units and priorities.
• Deep understanding of construction operations, estimating, scheduling, risk management, and safety programs.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence and drive accountability across all levels of the organization.
• Strategic thinking, analytical mindset, and strong business acumen.
• High emotional intelligence with the ability to lead through change and foster a high-performing team culture.
• Familiarity with collaborative delivery models (e.g., CMAR, Progressive Design-Build) and integrated project teams.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum 10–15 years of experience in the construction industry with a minimum of 5 years in operational leadership roles.
• Proven experience leading multiple teams, project portfolios, or geographic markets.
• Prior experience with water/wastewater or heavy civil infrastructure projects (preferred).
• Minimum 5 years of experience with managing large ($100MM+) CMAR and/or Design-Build Projects.
• Willingness to travel frequently to support projects and team development.

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401K Retirement plan
• Health, dental, vision and life insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) / Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Long-term disability
• Holidays and PTO
• Bonus program