Operations Manager

Compensation Range (Colorado Only)

$112,800 - $112,800

Any Employment Offers are Contingent Upon Successful Completion of the Following:

• Verification of Work Authorization and Employment Eligibility
• Substance Abuse Screening
• Physical Exam (if applicable)
• Background Checks for Badging/Security Clearances (if applicable)

About Hensel Phelps:

Founded in 1937, Hensel Phelps specializes in building development, construction and facility services in markets ranging from aviation to government, commercial, transportation, critical facilities, healthcare and transportation. Ranked #1 in aviation and #12 overall general contractor in 2021 by ENR, Hensel Phelps is one of the largest employee-owned general contractors in the country. Driven to deliver EXCELLENCE in all we do and supported by our core values of Ownership, Integrity, Builder, Diversity and Community—Hensel Phelps brings our clients’ visions to life with a comprehensive approach that begins with innovative planning and extends throughout the life of the property.

Position Description:

The Operations Manager’s (OM) role is to act as the primary oversight on multiple projects of the Project Manager and his/her responsibilities. The OM is responsible for the financial success of their projects. The OM is responsible to ensure the project teams are using all Company project management and financial assessment tools and with risk management processes and procedures on their projects.

Position Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s in Environmental Safety, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• 10+ years of construction operations management experience.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• OSHA 30 Certification.
• CPR Certified.
• Strong understanding of federal, state, and local reporting requirements and regulations.
• Must be computer literate and proficient in MS Office skills including Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook.
• Possess the passion for construction necessary to generate a consistent positive work environment and foster collaborative teams with varying styles and backgrounds.
• Must be able to work independently and with other team members.
• Solid problem-solving skills and ability to exhibit consistent and competent judgement.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to be highly organized.
• High attention to detail while working under deadlines and managing multiple priorities. Must be able to manage multiple tasks and have excellent follow up skills.
• Must possess the ability to strategically allocate resources and effectively manage assets.
• Must possess technical understandings of architectural, civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing disciplines.
• Experienced in construction layout, blueprint, and shop drawing reading.
• Proven management capabilities having demonstrated the ability to delegate tasks and motivate direct reports.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast paced, deadline driven environment.
• Strong understanding of financial metrics and key performance indicators.
• Extensive experience overseeing and implementing safety programs.
• Must understand and be able to lead construction specific safety initiatives.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of ProjectSight Construction Management Software, preferred.
• Scheduling software experience, preferred.

Essential Duties:

• The OM oversees multiple projects through the use of formal and informal progress and performance review and monitoring tools and performs regular Quality Control and other audits as outlined in the Company Manuals. Reviews utilizing risk and financial management tools helps the OM stay in touch with the staff, communicate expectations, offer observations, and provide ideas to help the team manage each project effectively.
• Reporting project status (financial, safety, schedule, design, and quality) to the District Manager is the responsibility of the OM.
• Serve as a resource to their projects in mentoring, training, and developing personnel in all aspects of their careers.
• Responsible for making decisions about the type and quantity of salaried resources needed to manage and supervise a project.
• Evaluation of promotions, pay increases, bonuses and HP Unit distribution is the joint responsibility of the OM and General Superintendent.
• Develop and maintain strong and collaborative relationships with Hensel Phelps’s owners and clients, thereby helping to resolve issues on projects and identify potential future opportunities.
• Takes the lead, when needed, in procurement efforts from an “operational” standpoint. This includes preparing technical proposals, reviewing estimates, and managing a bid to support a procurement effort are other aspects of the OM’s responsibility.

Benefits:

Hensel Phelps provides generous benefits for our salaried employees. This position is eligible for company paid medical insurance, life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment, long-term disability, 401(K) retirement plan, health savings account (HSA) (HSA not available in Hawaii), and our employee assistance program (EAP). It also is eligible for employee paid enrollment in vision and dental insurance. Hensel Phelps also believes in the importance of taking time to recharge. As a result, salaried employees are eligible for paid time off beginning upon hire. Salaried positions (project engineers and above) participate in an annual bonus plan, subject to company and employee performance. Salaried employees (this is all salaried employees) are also eligible for a company cell phone or cell phone allowance in accordance with company policy. Further, salaried employees (project engineers and above) also receive either a vehicle or vehicle allowance in accordance with Hensel Phelps’ policies. Based on position location, a cost of living adjustment (COLA) may also be included (subject to periodic review and adjustment).

Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer:

Hensel Phelps is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Hensel Phelps shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, domestic partner status, pregnancy, disability, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)