Job Description

Job Title: Heavy Civil Operations Manager
Location: (Hybrid – Office & Project Sites)

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Heavy Civil Operations Manager to lead and oversee multiple infrastructure projects while driving operational performance across the organization. This role blends office-based leadership with regular site visits and offers the opportunity to play a key role in regional growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage multiple heavy civil projects and oversee Project Managers

• Develop and implement operational strategies to optimize execution

• Ensure projects remain on schedule, within budget, and aligned with quality standards

• Lead cost tracking, budgeting, forecasting, and full project lifecycle management (pre-construction through closeout)

• Coordinate across engineering, procurement, and project management teams

• Proactively identify and mitigate operational risks

• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and safety standards

Required Experience

• Proven experience managing multiple heavy civil projects

• Strong background in cost control, budgeting, and operational oversight

• Experience with dams, reservoirs, & spillway construction

• Comfortable operating in a hybrid leadership role (office + site visits)

Qualifications

• 5+ years of construction or industrial operations leadership experience

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

• Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making abilities

• Proficiency with construction management tools (Procore, HCSS, etc)

• Experience with other transportation construction projects; road, bridge, & structures is a plus

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• 401(k) with discretionary company match and immediate vesting

• Company-paid Life & AD&D insurance

• Short- and Long-Term Disability coverage

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays

• Additional benefits offered

 Send resume to mitchell.guerrieri@gogpac.com for more information

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.