Operations Manager

Job Summary

Required Qualifications

• •Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field
• •Minimum of 15 years of progressive operations experience, to include supervisory experience, with a general contractor
• •An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered
• •Design-build experience on relevant project types
• •Valid State-issued driver's license and vehicle insurance which meets Alston Construction liability coverage requirements and satisfactory driving record
• •OSHA 30-hour Certification
• •First Aid/CPR Certification
• •Ability to exercise initiative and to work well with discretion and sound independent judgment with minimal supervision, as well as in a team environment
• •Thorough understanding of the Company's services, policies, processes, procedures and systems
• •Strong knowledge and understanding of the internal operations of a construction design-build general contractor, the construction industry, and the local construction market
• •Ability to maximize profitability and successfully balance the needs and expectations of the client while maintaining the Company's standards and reputation and mitigating risks
• •Ability to lead and supervise employees, including mentoring and developing capabilities in others
• •Thorough understanding of buyout, scheduling, sequencing, documentation compliance, means and methods, quality control, cost control, and change management
• •Strong negotiation skills; ability to achieve goals by effectively negotiating with different individuals and personalities in various situations and circumstances
• •Thorough understanding of multiple project delivery types, including Design-Build, CM at Risk, CM not at Risk, General Contractor (hard bid and negotiated), etc.
• •Thorough understanding of prime and sub-contract provisions and contract delivery methods, including lump sum, guaranteed maximum price (GMP), cost-plus, etc. and ability to mitigate associated risks
• •Knowledge of estimating techniques, cost control systems and accounts
• •Strong mathematical and analytical skills
• •Ability to read and understand drawings, specifications, maps, surveys, mechanical and electrical sheets, project schedules, cost reports, and other construction documents; understanding of contract provisions which address scope of work and design criteria
• •Understanding of all local, state, federal and company safety and environmental regulations, codes, and requirements related to the construction industry
• •Ability to impart knowledge to others
• •Good knowledge of all sub trades and their relationship and impact on each other
• •Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, and make timely decisions
• •Creative problem-solver; willing to try several approaches when initial solution fails
• •Ability to effectively handle stress
• •Excellent skills in organization, time management, planning, and prioritization
• •Proactive and readily adaptable to changing conditions or demands and ability to work well under pressure and with tight deadlines
• •Effective communication skills (written and verbal) and presentation skills
• •Skilled at active listening techniques. Gathers appropriate information before taking action and encourages others to listen and check before acting. Communications are tactful, diplomatic, and influential
• •Professional demeanor and effective interpersonal skills; ability to successfully interface with and to maintain good working relationships with co-workers, managers, clients, subcontractors, vendors, and others
• •Strong industry contact relationships and the ability to assist in identifying