Area Manager, Management Operations Manager

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This position is responsible for overseeing the operations, safety, personnel, and business development within a designated geographic area or work type. The Area Manager leads all facets of project execution and acquisition in alignment with company values and strategic objectives. A successful manager brings strong leadership, operational, and financial skills and serves as a key driver of safety culture, client relationships, and workforce development.

Typically, this role follows a progression from Senior Project Manager or Senior Superintendent.

• Establish and maintain a strong safety culture within the area.
• Oversee implementation of safety programs and procedures on all projects.
• Conduct and participate in area‑wide safety audits and training events.
• Proactively identify and mitigate high‑risk activities during all project phases.
• Cultivate and maintain client relationships within the area.
• Represent the company at public speaking events, industry conferences, and meetings.
• Lead efforts to manage contractual risks and negotiate project‑specific terms.
• Develop and execute a strategic growth and work execution plan for the area.
• Oversee project acquisition, bid reviews, and procurement strategies.
• Deliver accurate monthly WIP and financial forecasting.
• Approve subcontracts and purchase orders as applicable.
• Collaborate on long‑term resource and equipment planning.
• Analyze labor, equipment, and production metrics to optimize performance.
• Ensure technical execution aligns with safety, budget, and schedule goals.
• Plan for long‑term leadership continuity through succession efforts and team development.

• Minimum 8 years of experience in the water and wastewater construction industry.
• Demonstrated ability to manage large, multi‑team projects or multiple concurrent projects with direct reports.
• Proven experience building and leading high‑performing teams.
• Strong technical knowledge of construction operations within the assigned area.
• Ability to travel to job sites as necessary to support execution and compliance with company goals.
• Excellent communication and conflict resolution skills.
• Proficiency in project financials, estimating tools, and production analysis.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Demonstrated problem‑solving and decision‑making capabilities.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational abilities.
• Flexibility and adaptability.
• Conflict resolution.

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401(k) Retirement plan
• Health, dental, vision and life insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) / Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Long‑term disability
• Holidays and PTO
• Bonus program

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Garney Construction and its subsidiaries are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category.

Garney Construction is a background screening, drug‑free workplace.

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In such cases, Garney Construction will not be obligated to pay any placement fees.