Operations Manager — Construction

Job overview

The Operations Manager — Construction role is based in Downers Grove, IL, with office work and field work. The posting lists pay of $165,000–$190,000 per year, depending on experience. Alston Construction is a nationwide general contractor working across industrial, commercial, healthcare, education, retail, and government projects. The manager oversees business-unit project operations and develops operations staff, with the goal of effective, compliant, and profitable delivery. The role monitors project performance, client relationships, staffing, safety, quality, schedules, costs, and risk while supporting business development and team development.

What you'll do

• Manage and coordinate business-unit projects
• establish and communicate goals
• recommend operational improvements
• maintain relationships with staff, clients, architects, engineers, and subcontractors
• review contracts and help mitigate risks
• oversee project quality, schedule, budget, staffing, cost, and change orders
• lead, mentor, train, and evaluate operations staff
• support recruiting and client presentations
• assist with new-work pursuits
• uphold safety policies and jobsite compliance.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

operations manager

construction

general contractor

project operations

staff leadership

project delivery

safety

client relationships

downers grove il

alston construction

$165k–$190k/year

evenings and weekends

travel

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, vision, prescription safety glasses, disability and life insurance, HSA and FSAs, EAP, 401(k) options, paid vacation and sick time, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and other listed perks.

Why this role

Requires at least 15 years of progressive operations experience, including supervision, with a general contractor; a degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or a related field, or equivalent education and experience; OSHA 30-hour certification; and First Aid/CPR certification. The posting requires willingness to work extended and flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, and willingness to travel.

About the employer

Alston Construction is hiring for this role. Industry: Commercial and Institutional Building Construction. Sector: 23.