Operations Manager, Civil & Barging

Job Description

The Operations Manager, Civil & Barging, leads and manages all aspects of NANA Construction’s civil construction and barging operations across Alaska, with oversight of field execution, project delivery, workforce development, and client satisfaction. Based out of Anchorage, AK with frequent travel across the state, this senior leader is responsible for delivering high-quality infrastructure projects in some of the most remote and logistically complex environments in the state.

The role is critical to advancing NANA’s mission, supporting shareholder employment, and delivering results aligned with client and community expectations.

NANA Construction is a trusted provider of commercial, industrial, and remote construction services throughout Alaska. As a wholly owned subsidiary of NANA Regional Corporation, the company is committed to delivering safe, reliable, and high-quality projects that enhance the infrastructure of the state and create opportunities for shareholders.

• Direct and oversee all field operations for civil construction and barging projects, including site preparation, earthwork, concrete, roadwork, barging, and utility installation.
• Ensure on‑time, on‑budget, and high‑quality execution of work, while maintaining strict adherence to safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.
• Coordinate closely with project managers, superintendents, foremen, and field crews to ensure operational alignment and responsiveness to site conditions.

• Provide strong leadership to field teams and project delivery staff, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and high performance.
• Drive efforts to recruit, train, and retain shareholder employees and promote leadership development within project teams.
• Ensure workforce readiness for seasonal construction demands and the unique requirements of remote Alaska projects.

• Collaborate with estimating, procurement, and logistics teams to ensure accurate project planning, budgeting, and resource allocation.
• Assist in bid preparation, constructability reviews, pre‑construction planning, and client for civil and barging scopes of work.
• Monitor project progress through field reports, schedules, and budget tracking to proactively address delays, scope changes, or risk.

• Lead division safety initiatives, ensuring job sites operate in compliance with all OSHA, DOT, and corporate HSE requirements.
• Oversee implementation of QA/QC processes across job sites, supporting inspection readiness and performance documentation.
• Manage risk mitigation strategies related to field safety, labor, environmental factors, and equipment operations.

• Maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, regulatory agencies, and community leaders.
• Represent NANA Construction at stakeholder meetings, site walks, and client briefings.
• Ensure project delivery reflects the cultural values, environmental stewardship, and long‑term interests of NANA shareholders.

• Lead civil construction and barging operations in rural and remote communities across Alaska, often requiring small‑aircraft or barge transport.
• Plan and manage logistics for projects in areas with limited infrastructure, including seasonal mobilization and demobilization planning.
• Anticipate and manage field challenges associated with terrain, climate, and supply chain delays.

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Minimum fifteen (15) years of progressively responsible experience in heavy civil construction and barging, with at least five (5) years in a senior leadership or director‑level role.
• Prior experience must include leading civil and barging projects across numerous key locations in the State of Alaska.
• Proven experience managing large‑scale infrastructure projects in rural or remote environments.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Working knowledge of construction regulations, contract delivery…