Operations Supervisor

Braun Intertec is seeking an Operations Supervisor for our Construction Materials Testing (CMT) operations in our Urbandale, Iowa office. 

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of technicians and special inspectors responsible for completing field work. Including the hiring, supervision, mentorship, and training of staff.
• Assist office leadership in the development and implementation of CMT policies and best practices.
• Works closely with the Senior Manager to set goals and business objectives.
• Responsible for safety, quality, and operational excellence.
• Supports the company safety policy and is responsible for communicating and implementing safe work practices and performing safety audits of field staff as needed.
• Monitors CMT budget and projections, headcount, and backlog on a continuous basis, and recommends operational changes as needed.
• Coordinate with other regional operations to share resources and manage workloads.
• Conduct performance reviews as scheduled to stimulate and reward improved performance.
• Prepares subordinates for promotional opportunities and enhanced responsibilities.
• Evaluates the effectiveness of assigned personnel on an ongoing basis.
• Works closely with consulting staff representatives to prepare proposals.
• Perform quality control review of the testing and inspection work performed by assigned staff; identify, investigate and resolve internal and external quality issues on projects.
• Coordinate and communicate with members of the consulting group on project progress and issues that arise.
• Perform routine to complex field testing and inspections.
• Manage field equipment and fleet vehicles; including planning, maintenance and stewardship.
• Supports client relationships to most effectively achieve CMT departmental market and sales goals and strategies.
• Other duties as assigned

Required Skills

• Possess strong leadership skills and a positive attitude.
• Ability to deal with ambiguity, pressure, and stress.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organization and customer service skills.
• Ability to develop and present training materials to CMT staff.
• Excellent construction document reading and interpretation skills.
• Understanding and experience performing field testing and inspections on commercial and transportation related projects.
• Proficient or able to learn software used in day-to-day operations such as Microsoft Office, SharePoint, as well as other Braun Intertec and industry software.

Required Experience and Education

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Relevant post-secondary degree in Civil Engineering Technology, Civil Engineering or Construction Management preferred but not required.
• Require a minimum of 5 years’ experience in materials testing or construction.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• ACI, ICC, and DOT certifications preferred.

Compensation Range:

As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or disability status.

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Salary : $70,300 - $105,500