Overview:

Global Rope Access (GRA) is a well-established contractor providing niche geohazard mitigation services to clients throughout Canada and the United States. Although GRA has operated in the U.S. for over a decade, the full-time U.S. Geohazard Mitigation Division was started in January 2023. In our first year of business, the Division executed highly technical projects for clients in Washington and California with a small team consisting of a General Manager, Project Manager, and two crews. Using 2023 as the foundation to build from, our team is looking to expand operations in 2024 and beyond with projects throughout the Western U.S. in the mining, power, transportation, and residential sectors. We are seeking a highly motivated, growth-oriented leader to fill the position of Operations Manager. This candidate should be excited by the opportunity to put their own stamp on a growing organization and by the processes of building and training crews, improving company processes, and ensuring operational excellence.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS AND TRAITS:

Construction Experience

• 6-8 years of experience in construction management with a b.s. in construction management, engineering, or geology, or
• 10 years of operational experience including a minimum of 4 years as a superintendent.
• Rockfall mitigation, slope stabilization, ground improvement, foundations, and/or shoring experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of general construction practices, safety protocols and regulations.

Project Management Skills

Although this is not a project management role, the candidate must be able to exercise basic project managements skills including the ability to oversee multiple projects simultaneously, and manage budgets, timelines, and resources (personnel, equipment) effectively.

Leadership Abilities

Candidate must be able to oversee multiple workers and subcontractors (when

required) and display strong leadership skills in motivating teams, resolving conflicts,

and fostering a positive work environment for themselves and others.

Problem-Solving Skills

We are a small but rapidly growing team that is routinely faced with new and sometimes unexpected challenges. The candidate must be able to think on their feet, troubleshoot issues as they arise, and implement effective solutions.

Communication Skills

The Operations Manager is the bridge between the frontline and back-office work forces. Clear and effective communication will be essential, and the candidate must be comfortable engaging with company employees ranging from the CEO, the controller, compliance, human resources, project managers, frontline workers as well as our clients, subcontractors, and suppliers.

Technological Proficiency

In line with the broader construction industry, our company has increasingly adopted the use of technology in its day-to-day operations. The candidate must have at a minimum intermediate skill in spreadsheet development and management and the ability to learn the company’s current tech stack. As we grow, our tech stack will likely change over time so adaptability and flexibility will be key in this regard.

Adaptability and Flexibility

In a rapidly growing company, things can and will change quickly. Everyone on our team should be adaptable and flexible and be able to adjust plans and processes as needed to accommodate growth and changing circumstances.

Ownership of the Role

The right candidate for the role is an individual who is highly self-motivated and interested in building a business. Significant freedom to develop new processes and execute against both the company’s and the candidate’s visions will be given. Ownership of the outcomes and a willingness to take the bull by the horns are critical traits for this role.

DUTIES:

• Plan, coordinate, and oversee all operational activities related to our projects.
• Manage, lead, and/or collaborate with project teams consisting of frontline workforce, project managers, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and according to specifications.
• Recruit and train frontline workers that adhere to the Company’s guidelines.
• Provide leadership and technical guidance to site superintendents during the preconstruction and construction phases of projects to ensure operational excellence.
• Develop and maintain resource scheduling documents and assist with resource forecasting and planning based on Company goals.
• Coordinate with divisional management and project management to ensure timely completion and adherence to financial targets.
• Support project management with technical knowledge on projects as necessary.
• Work with OHS management to develop, implement, and enforce safety protocols and regulations to maintain a safe working environment for all personnel on site and to drive continuous improvements to our OHS statistics.
• Create and/or review safe work plans, rigging plans, and rescue plans, for jobs and communicate them to frontline workforce and project management.
• Ensure site superintendents have completed and reported the signed SWP, FLHA (JHA), weekly site inspection, rigging and rescue plans, and any other site reporting documents required for each project.
• Participate in in-depth review and analysis of all project and contract documents during all phases of a project including the pursuit phase to assist in estimating and ensure operational excellence throughout execution/construction.

Coordinate with Equipment and Facilities Manager to:

• Maintain up to date inventories of equipment and PPE
• Schedule and/or perform routine maintenance on drilling equipment and vehicles
• Plan and execute project pack-outs

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $100,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program

Experience level:

• 6 years

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Geohazard Construction: 6 years (Required)
• rock fall, and slope stabilization: 6 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Redmond, OR (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Redmond, OR: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person