Operations Manager

Full-time - Manager

Rocky Hill, CT

Utilities

About the position

As an Operations Manager at Riggs Distler & Company, Inc., you will lead the Northeast Drilling & Foundation Line of Business, providing managerial direction and leadership to ensure profitable growth. This role involves overseeing multiple branch offices and project locations, fostering a safe and innovative work environment, and driving continuous improvement in operations.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate creativity, foresight, and mature judgment in anticipating and solving problems.
• Support sales and marketing activities for projects and pursuits.
• Responsible for client maintenance and coordination.
• Assist with and lead technical aspects of proposal efforts including hour estimates.
• Serve as the technical advisor, providing senior-level input and evaluation on transmission engineering projects.
• Perform annual SWOT analysis of the department and provide input into the annual Transmission Business Plan.
• May serve as project manager for key technical projects where required.
• Drive a culture focused on safety and compliance with company and site safety policies.
• Lead a dynamic department with a focus on creating an atmosphere and environment for all.
• Develop and foster an innovation culture that challenges the norm and utilizes tools, technology, and processes to drive continuous improvement and efficiency.
• Recommend changes in basic structure and organization of the group to ensure effective fulfillment of objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Minimum 10 years of demonstrated experience in Transmission, Distribution, and Substation drilling and foundation operations.
• Demonstrated technical ability in transmission engineering design.
• Previous personnel management experience is preferred.
• Proven leadership in developing and implementing vision that has brought a positive impact.
• Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, planning, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to influence, lead, and manage change thoughtfully and positively.
• Possess strong strategic perspective of the industry.
• Ability to clearly and effectively present complex information to all levels of employees, management, and clients.
• Ability to solve multi-layered complex resource, projects, and/or performance challenges.
• Ability to handle difficult situations with tact, poise, and discernment.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation Package
• Paid Time Off
• Company sponsored Healthcare Plan including Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
• HSA Account with Company Contribution
• 401k Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Profit Sharing
• Accident & Critical Illness Insurance
• Student Loan Payment & 529 College Saving Program
• Company Paid: Life & AD&D Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection
• Employee Assistance Program