Field Operations Manager

Talascend is currently seeking a Field Operations Manager for a direct hire opportunity with our client in Wallingford, Connecticut.

Overview

The Northeast Region Construction Field Operations Manager is responsible for the hiring, onboarding, resource assignment, mentoring, development, performance management, direction, and leadership of the Field Operations Department within the Northeast Region Construction Global Practice.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to and ensure the Field Operations Department adheres to safety programs, training, and policies.
• Collaborate with the project team to manage the Safety & Health performance of project team members, contractors, and others as required.
• Support the implementation of new safety initiatives in line with the company’s Live Safer objective.
• Become LOTO certified and support certification of other qualified superintendents and site managers.
• Coordinate with Project Managers and Department Managers on Field Operations resource needs.
• Lead the assignment of qualified Field Operations resources to EPC and Program Management projects.
• Coordinate with corporate construction leadership on assignment of Field Operations staff to project assignments.
• Coordinate with Construction Department Managers and the recruitment team to recruit, hire and retain staff.
• Lead interviews for Superintendents, Site Managers and Section Managers within the Field Operations department.
• Serve as Site Manager on strategic/critical projects.
• Support emerging needs for Field Operations on projects throughout the Northeast region.
• Lead onboarding, development, training, goal development, mentoring, and performance appraisals for the Department.
• Interpret or establish policies and procedures, in collaboration with safety and quality departments.
• Demonstrate creativity, foresight, and judgment in anticipating and solving problems.
• Promote Global Practice and Department capabilities and support business development efforts.
• Advance and develop Department tools and workflows to increase efficiency of project execution.
• Assign work and review staff performance with teams to ensure quality and efficient, cost-effective utilization of staff.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and instruction to the department.

Qualifications

• 11 years related professional experience in field construction, or 7 years related professional experience and a Bachelor Degree in engineering, architecture, construction or related degree from accredited program.

Requirements

• Previous leadership, management, section manager, site manager or construction manager experience.
• Must demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to clearly and effectively present complex information to all levels of employees, management, and clients.
• Position requires the ability to thoughtfully and positively influence, lead, and manage change.
• Must be competent in the use of computer software (i.e., Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Must be willing to travel.

Preferred Requirements

• 15 years of professional experience in construction management, specifically overseeing industrial construction projects.