Operations Project Manager

This position serves as the primary operational leader responsible for day-to-day execution of the projects division and the successful management of project resources, manpower, and operational performance. They ensure projects are delivered safely, profitably, and on schedule supporting the strategic objectives established by the Vice President of Projects.Qualifications:Strong understanding of mechanical construction operationsExcellent leadership and team development skillsStrong financial and business acumenProficient in project management systems, scheduling software, and construction accounting principlesExcellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving abilitiesAbility to effectively lead multiple teams and projects simultaneouslyJob Functions:Leadership and Team DevelopmentLead, mentor, and develop project operations teamConduct performance evaluations and development activitiesAssist in identifying future leaders and complete succession planningPromote accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement throughout the organizationUnderstand and use Prairie’s core values to hire, coach and hold employee’s accountableSupport recruiting, hiring, onboarding, and retention initiatives for project operationsProject ExecutionOversee project execution from turnover through closeout, ensuring they are carried out safely, efficiently, and profitably by:Establishing and maintaining consistent project management processes and standardsReview project manpower assignments with the project coordinator based on workload, expertise, and resource availabilityMonitoring project schedules, manpower plans, procurement activities, and project milestonesIdentifying potential risks and mitigating project issues and customer concernsConducting monthly project reviews and regularly monitoring the following: labor productivity, material costs, subcontractor performance, and project forecastingEnsuring timely billing, accurate forecasting, and effective change order managementParticipating in customer, vendor & subcontractor meetings as necessary to ensure successful project execution.Provide project operations manpower forecasts and own the execution of divisional revenue, gross margin, and other identified KPIsOversee field operations in coordination with the Project Coordinator, Project Managers, Superintendents, and trade leadershipLogistics & Fab shop operationsProvide leadership and oversight of fabrication shop operationsCoordinate fabrication schedules with project requirementsOversee logistics operations to ensure efficient material handling, equipment delivery, and project supportWork with fabrication and logistics leaders to improve operational efficiency and productivity by reviewing the staffing and workflowsSafetyAct as Prairie’s safety champion in partnership with BCTS corporate office to drive safety culture and initiatives that in turn reduce safety incidents, costs and concerns by:Promoting and enforcing a culture of safety throughout all project operations, ensuring they meet company and customer standards and expectationsEnsuring compliance with company safety policies and regulatory requirementsParticipating in safety reviews, incident investigations, and corrective action planning that will be lead by the BCTS Head of SafetyPreferred Certificates/Licenses/Education:A bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or business administration. Equivalent industry experience may be substituted for formal education.OSHA 30-hour certification preferred