Rigging Operations Manager

Company Overview:
Bragg Companies, established in 1946, is a leader in crane services, heavy rigging, specialized lifting, and heavy haul logistics, serving diverse sectors such as construction, energy, aerospace, petrochemical, and infrastructure development. With a commitment to safety, precision, and innovation, Bragg offers a comprehensive suite of services that includes crane rental, rigging, heavy transport, engineering, and turnkey lifting solutions. Our extensive fleet and experienced team enable us to tackle complex projects with reliability and efficiency.

Headquartered in California and with multiple locations across the Western United States, Bragg Companies provides solutions that are both cost-effective and tailored to each client’s unique requirements. Our dedication to safety, technical expertise, and customer service excellence supports our clients in meeting their most demanding project goals while minimizing risk and ensuring operational continuity.

Position Overview:
The Rigging Operations Manager, based in our Phoenix, AZ branch, reports directly to the Branch Manager and plays a pivotal role in overseeing the success of Bragg Companies' rigging services. This position is responsible for managing dispatch operations, rigging crews, and equipment, ensuring smooth and efficient day-to-day operations. The Rigging Operations Manager will collaborate with other departments, including maintenance and support, to maintain operational excellence, prioritize safety, and lead a team dedicated to delivering high-quality rigging services. This role will also drive the company’s commitment to safety and operational efficiency, fostering a culture of teamwork and excellence within the team.

Key Responsibilities:

• General Management: Oversee and support department activities, ensuring necessary resources are secured to meet operational needs, and promote Bragg Companies’ values of safety, teamwork, and operational excellence.
• Dispatching and Scheduling: Supervise dispatch personnel, manage assignments, and ensure optimal scheduling for rigging operations to meet project timelines and client expectations.
• Collaboration and Coordination: Partner with the warehouse manager to streamline inventory processes, as well as oversee facility and yard maintenance, ensuring seamless operations across departments.
• Purchasing and Vendor Management: Handle purchasing activities for rigging operations, manage vendor relationships, and ensure timely and efficient delivery of quality services.
• Hiring and Training: Oversee the hiring process, focusing on building a skilled and safety-conscious team, and ensuring all employees receive the necessary safety training in accordance with Bragg’s high standards.
• Invoice and Payment Approval: Manage vendor invoice workflow, ensuring timely approval and accurate financial documentation for payments related to rigging operations.
• Field Operations Management: Ensure proper setup, performance, and safety of field operations. Create work orders for incoming inventory and manage their execution in a timely and effective manner.

Required Qualifications:

• Education and Experience: A degree in Business Management or a related field with at least 1 year of experience in construction management, or 3-5 years in crane, rigging, heavy transport, or related industries.
• Leadership and Teamwork: Proven experience in leading and coaching teams with integrity, maintaining ethical standards, and fostering a collaborative work environment.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Solid understanding of FMCSA, DOT, OSHA, Labor Contracts, and other related regulations to ensure compliance.
• Safety Commitment: Strong commitment to safety and ensuring a safe work environment for all employees.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with industry-specific tools and software is a plus.
• Communication and Multitasking: Excellent communication skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Driving: Ability to meet the clearance requirements for driving company vehicles for business purposes.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Sales and Negotiation: Experience in outside sales, negotiation, and influencing decision-makers is an asset.
• Industry Knowledge: Strong understanding of heavy lifting, crane operations, and construction business management.
• Accountability and Learning: Demonstrated willingness to learn new aspects of the business with a high level of accountability.
• Financial and Business Acumen: Experience with profit and loss management, and a proven ability to manage budgets effectively.

Work Environment:

• Travel: Periodic travel required to manage operations at various project sites and locations.
• Location: Position based at the Phoenix, AZ branch with occasional travel to project sites across the region.
• Physical Conditions: Frequent standing, walking, and use of hands to handle equipment or tools. Ability to lift and move objects up to 50 pounds is required.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Salary: $140,000.00 - $170,000.00 per year, commensurate with experience.
• Health and Wellness Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Retirement Plans: 401(k) with company matching contributions.
• Paid Time Off: Generous vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays.

Application Process:
To apply, please submit your resume and application detailing your relevant experience and explaining why you are interested in this position. We look forward to hearing from you! To learn more about Bragg Companies, visit our website: Bragg Companies.

Deadline: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO):
Bragg Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace, prohibiting discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are made based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or marital status. We comply with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.