Operations Manager

Overview

The Operations Manager is responsible for the overall leadership coordination and execution of CARPI waterproofing activities across the United States and Canada. This role oversees both repair and new construction projects involving large hydraulic structures including dams canals and reservoirs.

The ideal candidate brings strong operational expertise proven leadership ability and the capacity to manage multiple teams and projects while maintaining profitability and exceptional safety performance. Significant travelparticularly June through Octoberis required to support field operations.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Management

• Direct and support operational staff to ensure successful and timely project delivery.
• Train mentor and coach employees in project management and execution best practices.
• Supervise Project Managers Project Engineers Superintendents Foremen and field labor staff (teams ranging from 5 to 30 employees).
• Conduct annual performance reviews for all direct reports.
• Maintain composure under pressure while demonstrating strong problemsolving and decisionmaking skills.
• Communicate effectively hold team members accountable and foster a proactive solutionoriented environment.

Financial & Operational Oversight

• Manage project budgets monitor financial performance and ensure profitability targets are met.
• Approve spending within authority limits defined by senior leadership.
• Plan coordinate and optimize labor resources to deliver projects on schedule and within budget.
• Ensure compliance with all company policies procedures and operational standards.

Project Delivery & Client Relations

• Serve as a key point of contact for clients negotiating contractual issues within authorized limits.
• Collaborate with internal support departments to ensure smooth project execution.
• Support business development initiatives by strengthening relationships with contractors and strategic partners.
• Oversee all aspects of field operations to ensure quality efficiency and customer satisfaction.

Safety & Compliance

• Promote and model a strong safety culture ensuring all projects remain incidentfree.
• Enforce safety requirements and ensure proper use of PPE (hard hat with chin strap eye/ear/respiratory protection etc.).
• Support corporate safety initiatives and ensure adherence to all safety policies and jobsite specifications.

Human Resources & Staffing

• Assess staffing needs and work with HR on recruiting onboarding and workforce planning.
• Ensure adequate field staffing during peak operational months (JuneOctober).
• Support employee development and cultivate a cohesive highperforming team.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering Construction Management or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in construction operations or civil engineering.
• Strong knowledge of civil construction particularly geotechnical earthwork or concrete construction.
• Valid drivers license and ability to pass an MVR check.
• Ability and willingness to travel extensively throughout the US and Canada.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word Excel PowerPoint Outlook and Teams.
• Strong leadership communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent judgment organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications.

Preferred

• Experience with dam or canal construction.
• Bilingual abilities.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Handson approachable and teamoriented leader.
• Highly safetyfocused and committed to operational excellence.
• Proactive detailoriented and adaptable to changing priorities.
• Strong ability to motivate teams and drive accountability.
• Thrives in fastpaced environments and enjoys being present on job sites.

About Our Group

Carpi is proud to be a sister company to Freyssinet working together within a global network of specialized engineering and construction organizations that deliver advanced technical solutions for critical infrastructure.