Area Manager - NEA

Job DescriptionArea ManagerSummaryUnder the direction of the Vice President of Construction, the Area Manager is responsible for all bidding and construction activities in a specified area. This includes planning, directing, coordinating, budgeting and managing activities for the bidding and construction of projects within the area. They are also responsible for promoting a culture of safety, ethics, quality, training, and diversity and inclusion.ResponsibilitiesAct as a liaison between Vice President/Senior Leadership team and Project Management; Operations and Scheduling to align company direction, culture and organizational developmentOversee and direct bidding and construction activity for direct report Project ManagersDirect and assist Project Managers in coordination of projects with scheduling personnel and operations supervisorsReview project specifications with Project Managers to ensure appropriate construction methods, use of equipment, personnel and subcontractingMonitor market conditions, bidding trends and competition within respective areaTrain and develop Project Managers through levels of project managementGood knowledge and understanding of aggregate sites and asphalt plants within the areaKnowledge and understanding to be a liaison for Project Managers with Manufacturing Site and Plant ManagersGood working knowledge of specifications; ensure Technical Services is included appropriately and ensure specifications are met and documented correctlyAssist in long term scheduling and planning with ManufacturingReview, sign, monitor and negotiate construction contracts for the areaTrack and manage Project Manager’s workload including bidding, billing, scheduling, accounts receivable, marketing, and customer relationship buildingPromote and build strong relationships with area customers including key DOT personnel; municipal engineers/leaders; general contractors and developers; state associationsInvolvement in local and state politics, funding and planning that affect the areaAid Manufacturing in permitting aggregate and plant sites within the areaMonitor day/night work to inform local government when permit times need adjustment or waiversAssist HR in recruitment and hiring of Project Managers and InternsOngoing financial management of the area including monitoring, billing, receivables, CMiC forecasting, etc.Leader in promoting, training, ethics and productivity within the area, including Walbec Core Values of Safety, Quality, Innovation, Community, and RespectPerform other related duties as required and assignedQualificationsBachelor’s Degree and/or minimum of 6-8 years of experience in contracting, construction or manufacturingKnowledge of field construction operations, including bidding, building and negotiationsAbility to manage and lead people effectivelyFlexible and available to interact with employees at all levelsAbility to manage multiple conflicting prioritiesAbility to analyze and interpret financial dataSelf-directed and motivatedExcellent verbal and written communication, conflict management, interpersonal and negotiation skillsValid driver’s license and acceptable driving recordPreferred SkillsBachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction ManagementExperience in manufacturing such as aggregate exploration, permitting, crushing, washing and asphalt plant operationsProject Management experienceExcellent client management and business literacy skillsEffectively develop and implement new strategies to address competitive, complex business issuesInitiative to identify and anticipate organizational needs and make recommendations for implementation