We have a current opening for an Area Manager. This person will be responsible for bidding on and winning new work, project-related compliance and reporting activities, such as tracking the advancement of active projects, maintaining project schedules, analyzing the weekly revenue and cost data, change management, resource allocations, and overall contract compliance.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:- Manages and directly supervises field staff and administration functions including, but not limited to compliance, equipment maintenance and support, overall project and regional financial management, budgeting, billing, purchasing, inventory, work control, safety, contract administration, and other management activities
- Manages overall work execution, ensuring work is completed on time and in accordance with contract specifications
- Makes decisions and recommendations regarding hiring, disciplinary actions, and promotions of assigned employees; reviews performance reports and rates employee performance; authorizes leaves and overtime; counsels employees on work related problems; and exercises authority for division
- Review field daily work reports
- Addresses complaints and resolves problems in a timely manner
- Collect data and produce analysis of revenue, cost, manpower and labor hours
- Analyze project scope adherence during execution and determine variances and impact
- Manage all contract compliance and financial issues
- Assist in managing vendors, project material and material inventory as needed
- Review and manage project costs for accuracy, ensure cost transfers and ensure corrections when needed
- Manage and maintain accurate project schedules, estimates for labor, materials and other direct costs
- Accurately report project performance, revenue, cost, accruals, and forecasts
- Travel when necessary to complete projects, with on-site presence throughout duration of projects
- Ensures Department of Transportation, Occupational Health and Safety Administration, and governmental compliance
- Drive operational excellence by identifying process improvement opportunities and implementing strategies to enhance efficiency and reduce costs
- Serve as a liaison with clients, maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders
- Lead a team of operation personnel to meet client objectives
- Implement Operations Procedures, train new operators, and provide ongoing support
- Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations by implementing robust safety protocols and conducting regular staff training sessions
- Collaborate closely with the Safety Manager to ensure efficient completion of all safety training and keep detailed records of site safety requirements up to date
- Responsible for maintaining an open, collaborative, team-oriented work environment with peers, leaders, management, and team members
- Ensures the safety of all team members by conducting safety meetings and inspections and providing documentation related to all safety issues
- Develop and monitor specific metrics related to the areas and team members under your leadership
- Properly code all invoices and forward to accounting for payment
- Participate in company meetings
Requirements:- A minimum of ten years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience
- Ability to read and understand project scope as well as efficiently use a computer and company software
- Proven leadership with the goal of optimizing operational performance
- Proven ability to effectively manage a diverse regional team
- Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Must be willing to travel as needed
- Strong organizational skills, high level of accuracy and be able to work in a fast-paced environment
- Must have high level of confidentiality and a good understanding of general business practices
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities at one time
- Proven written and verbal communications abilities; proficiency with computer applications, including Microsoft Office suite
- High-stress tolerance; must be able to thrive in a high-pressure environment
- Strong analytical, and "critical thinking" skills
- Detail orientated and ability to multitask
- Must be self-motivated
- Possess the ability to prioritize and organize multiple tasks
- Work under strict deadlines and exhibit a team player attitude
- Must possess strong problem solving skills
- Ability to effectively manage people within the company's vision, mission and core values
Equix offers:- Multiple medical plan options
- Weekly pay
- Wellness program
- Dental and vision plans
- FSA and HSA options
- 401k savings plan with employer match
- Financial protection products
- Short and long term disability, life, accident, critical illness
- Legal shield and ID theft plans
- Employer-paid life insurance
- Paid Time Off and paid holidays
- Employee assistance program
- Employee referral program
All applicants must be willing to submit to a pre-employment drug test, background check, and motor vehicle record check.
