Operations Manager - Heavy Civil Construction in Mandeville

Date Posted: Wednesday, June 4, 2025

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Job Title: Operations Manager – Heavy Civil Construction

Employment Type: Full-time
Experience Required: 10+ years

Job Summary:

We are seeking a seasoned Operations Manager to lead and oversee heavy civil construction operations, including concrete paving, heavy highway, bridge construction, and utility work. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of industry experience, with a strong background in both project management and estimating. Experience with DOT projects and HCSS software is highly preferred.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide overall leadership and direction for multiple heavy civil construction projects

  • Manage project execution from pre-construction through completion

  • Oversee estimating and bid preparation for public and private sector work

  • Ensure compliance with project specifications, schedules, budgets, and safety standards

  • Lead, mentor, and support project managers, superintendents, and field personnel

  • Collaborate with clients, engineers, and subcontractors to maintain strong relationships

  • Monitor and optimize resource allocation, job cost performance, and operational efficiency

  • Implement and enforce company policies and procedures across project teams

Preferred Qualifications:

  • 10+ years of experience in heavy civil construction operations and project management

  • Proven expertise in concrete paving, bridge construction, roadway and utility work

  • Extensive DOT project experience (state or federal)

  • Proficiency with HCSS (HeavyBid/HeavyJob) and other construction management tools

  • Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills

  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field preferred

  • OSHA certification or safety training a plus

 

All inquiries are confidential - mitchell.guerrieri@gogpac.com 

 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.