Operations Manager

Job summary

The Operations Manager oversees daily project operations and workforce activities to ensure efficiency, safety, and adherence to budgets. They are responsible for developing operational procedures and collaborating with engineering and project management teams.

Job details

Job ID: 20203 Benefits Offering RailWorks is committed to helping our employees live better lives. We offer comprehensive benefits packages to eligible employees, including competitive pay, medical, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, and additional performance incentives.Compensation $165000 - $175000 / yearPosition Summary The Operations Manager oversees daily operations of RailWorks’ projects and teams, ensuring efficiency, safety, and adherence to budgets and schedules.Primary/Essential Responsibilities and Duties Plan, coordinate, and monitor project operations and workforce activities. Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards. Develop and implement operational procedures and best practices. Collaborate with project managers, engineering, and support teams. Track operational performance and generate reports for senior management. Required Skills and Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field. 5–10 years of operational management experience, preferably in construction or rail. Strong leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Knowledge of operational safety and quality standards. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions Office and field-based role, exposed to construction sites and operational environments. Walking, standing, climbing, and occasional lifting up to 50–75 lbs. PPE required at all times. Company Overview This job description is not intended to represent a complete, comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities that may be required in this position. There may be unplanned activities and other duties as assigned. RailWorks is North America’s leading rail maintenance and infrastructure solutions provider. With over 100 years of experience, our geographic footprint enables us to quickly serve our customers and provides ample opportunities for our employees to grow their careers within the company. We take on challenging projects every day and our success relies on a collaborative, safe, and open-minded work environment that encourages teamwork, positivity, and ingenuity. We are committed to creating a culture of trust, respect, and acceptance.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with PNR RailWorks without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other characteristics protected by law. PNR RailWorks is committed to fostering an equitable, accessible, and inclusive workplace. As such, PNR RailWorks will ensure reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities throughout the hiring process, including the interview. If selected for an interview, requests for accommodation can be confidentially made to a member of the recruitment team who will arrange in advance for reasonable and appropriate accommodation for fair and equitable assessment throughout the process.

What you’ll do

The Operations Manager oversees daily project operations and workforce activities to ensure efficiency, safety, and adherence to budgets. They are responsible for developing operational procedures and collaborating with engineering and project management teams.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field. A minimum of 5 to 10 years of operational management experience, preferably within the construction or rail industry, is required.

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Performance incentives

Listed skills

• Leadership · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Safety Compliance · Preferred
• Quality assurance · Preferred
• Regulatory Compliance · Preferred
• scheduling · Preferred
• Construction Management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Operational management
• Project planning
• Leadership
• Analytical skills
• Problem-solving
• Safety compliance
• Quality assurance
• Regulatory compliance
• Budget management
• Scheduling
• Construction management
• Rail infrastructure
• Ingenuity
• Workplace Inclusivity
• Operational Performance Management
• Open Mindset
• Positivity
• Management
• Problem Solving
• Project Management
• Operations Management
• Operations
• Teamwork

Job areas

• Management & Leadership
• Construction
• Engineering
• Transportation
• Logistics
• Operations Manager
• Operations Manager (General)
• Manufacturing Managers
• General and Operations Managers

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