Operations Manager at Vortex Companies, LLC — Helena, USA | Base Career

The Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing regional operations, field execution, project performance, resource planning, and customer relationships across multiple active projects and business lines.

This role works closely with Project Management, field leadership, Estimating, Finance, Safety, and Executive Leadership to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, on schedule, and within budget.

Projects may include sewer excavation, underground utility, trenchless rehabilitation, municipal infrastructure, industrial services, and heavy civil construction work.

The ideal candidate is a strong operational leader with experience managing crews, coordinating resources, supporting project execution, and building customer relationships in a fast-paced construction environment.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

Oversee daily operations across multiple active projects and crews throughout the region
Coordinate manpower, equipment, subcontractors, materials, and operational resources
Work closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, and field leadership to support project execution and scheduling
Conduct regular site visits and job walks to monitor production, safety, quality, staffing, and overall project performance
Support field teams by resolving operational, staffing, scheduling, and customer-related issues
Monitor labor utilization, productivity, equipment usage, and operational performance
Assist with workforce planning, crew development, and operational forecasting
Support implementation and enforcement of Company safety policies and OSHA requirements
Maintain strong relationships with customers, contractors, municipalities, vendors, and subcontractors
Participate in customer meetings, project walkthroughs, pre-bid meetings, and operational planning discussions
Support proposal development, staffing plans, budgeting efforts, and project planning activities
Collaborate with Project Management and Finance teams to evaluate project performance and operational efficiency
Assist leadership with equipment planning, procurement coordination, and resource allocation

Experience managing construction, underground utility, trenchless rehabilitation, municipal infrastructure, industrial services, or heavy civil construction operations preferred
Strong operational leadership and field coordination experience
Experience managing multiple crews, projects, and operational priorities
Strong communication, organizational, leadership, and problem-solving skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced operational environment
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
Experience with construction management and project tracking software preferred

This is a travel-intensive position supporting operations across multiple job sites and regions.

Frequent travel, including extended overnight stays and time spent in the field, is required based on operational and project needs.

Vortex Companies, LLC and all of its subsidiaries, considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, or sexual orientation.

All applicants will be considered solely on the basis of their qualifications.

We are a fair chance employer.

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