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Construction Operations Manager

COLAS
3 hours ago
Full-time
On-site
Juneau, AK

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Colas Secon is seeking a Construction Operations Manager to oversee 8 to 10 large, heavy civil and paving projects across Southeast Alaska. You’ll lead teams, coordinate with project managers and superintendents, and navigate logistics, weather, and scheduling to deliver on time and within budget while upholding safety, quality, and contract compliance. The right candidate has 10+ years in heavy civil, experience with remote logistics and barging, expertise in contracts and specs, and QA/QC for aggregate and asphalt, plus proficiency in HCSS, P6, Excel, and MS Project. Apply by tailoring your resume to multi-project leadership, fatigue management, and measurable outcomes; highlight stakeholder relationships and willingness to travel regionally.

Secon is one of the companies within Colaska Inc., the Colas USA subsidiary that operates throughout the state of Alaska. Secon is based in Juneau, where the company provides construction materials commercially, with satellite offices in Sitka and Ketchikan. Secon constructs project large and small; be it highways, airports, rural roads or mining developments. To learn more about the Colaska Family of Companies, visit www.colaska.com. 


The Colas USA Family of Companies provides competitive pay, outstanding benefits, career advancement opportunities, professional education, and extensive training for every employee. We pride ourselves on upholding the highest standards of safety, environmental conservation, and ethical conduct as we strive to grow our infrastructure products and services through empowering and developing our people, fostering innovation, utilizing new technology, and maximizing vertical integration at all levels of the company’s value chain. To learn more about the Colas USA Family of Companies, please visit www.colasusa.com.

Job Summary

The Construction Operations Manager will oversee and manage all aspects of construction operations for a heavy civil and paving contractor supporting projects across Southeast Alaska. This role requires strong leadership in coordinating multiple concurrent projects while working closely with project managers, superintendents, and field leadership to overcome the unique challenges of remote construction, including adverse weather conditions, limited access, and complex logistics.

This position plays a critical leadership role in ensuring consistent communication across 8–10 active projects, supporting project teams in problem-solving, maintaining safety excellence, ensuring contract compliance, and delivering high-quality work on time and within budget. The Operations Manager serves as a key link between field execution and company leadership.

Main Responsibilities

Project Oversight & Coordination

  • Oversee and support 8–10 large, multi-disciplinary heavy civil projects simultaneously.
  • Maintain consistent communication with project managers and superintendents to resolve challenges.
  • Provide leadership to align schedules, resources, costs, and company priorities.
  • Travel regularly throughout Southeast Alaska to support field teams.
  • Conflict resolution with project owners

Logistics & Remote Operations

  • Lead remote logistics planning including mobilization of crews, equipment, and materials.
  • Coordinate marine transportation and barging operations.
  • Mitigate challenges related to weather, tides, and seasonal constraints.

Safety Leadership

  • Champion a safety-first culture for crews and the public.
  • Ensure compliance with OSHA/MSHA and company policies.
  • Support fatigue management during long workdays in compressed construction seasons.
  • Minimize risks associated with remote and high-demand environments.

Contract & Specification Compliance

  • Review contracts, plans, and specifications to ensure compliance.
  • Support teams in interpreting requirements and managing risk.
  • Assist in change orders and claims management.

Quality Control & Technical Expertise

  • Oversee quality control for aggregate production and asphalt paving.
  • Ensure compliance with testing standards and project specs.
  • Improve field quality processes continuously.

Financial & Operational Performance

  • Track budgets, schedules, and production targets.
  • Improve efficiency and profitability.
  • Conduct risk assessments.

Leadership & Team Development

  • Mentor project managers and superintendents.
  • Foster collaboration and accountability.
  • Build relationships with stakeholders.

Qualifications

  • 10+ years experience in heavy civil construction.
  • Ability to manage multiple complex projects.
  • Experience with remote logistics and barging operations.
  • Knowledge of contracts, specifications, and compliance.
  • Experience with aggregate and asphalt quality control.
  • Strong safety leadership and fatigue management focus.
  • Proficiency with HCSS, P6, Excel, MS Project.
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Colas Inc. and its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer. For details on the specifics of this commitment, please click here to view the EEO document.  If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to:

  • to meet the requirements of the role in which you are applying
  • complete any part of the application process
  • access or use the online application process and need an alternative method for applying
     

Please contact Colas Inc. at 973-290-9082 or send an email to [email protected].