Operations Leader

COMPANY SUMMARY

A well-established mid-size heavy civil contracting firm headquartered in Southeast Wayne County, Michigan.

E. C. Korneffel Co. (ECK) is a marine, bridge, and piling contractor seeking qualified candidates to lead field operations and project coordination efforts.

ECK is seeking a seasoned Operations Manager with extensive experience in marine, bridge, and piling construction.

POSITION SUMMARY

We are seeking a highly experienced Operations Leader to oversee and coordinate daily field operations for marine, bridge, and piling construction projects. This role requires deep knowledge of job site logistics, equipment coordination, and project execution in the heavy civil industry. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in field supervision, equipment management, and schedule control, with the ability to lead teams and drive project success.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

                    Operations Duties

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  • Coordinate daily activities between office staff and field supervisors across multiple active job sites.
  
  
  • Lead regular field meetings to ensure alignment on scope, schedule, and equipment needs.
  
  
  • Manage scope execution and document changes to work plans.
  
  
  • Oversee equipment logistics, breakdown response, and repair coordination.
  
  
  • Submit permit requests and ensure regulatory compliance.
  
  
  • Maintain inventory control across ECK yards and job sites.
  
  
  • Provide consistent schedule updates and ensure timely fulfillment of project needs.
    

    Project Support Duties

    
    
  
  
  • Collaborate with estimating and engineering teams to support project planning and execution.
  
  
  • Assist with kickoff documentation, job packets, and resource planning.
  
  
  • Monitor field progress and support supervisors with problem-solving and logistics.
  
  
  • Track scope changes, material usage, and equipment allocation.
  
  
  
  

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 10 years of experience in heavy civil construction, with a focus on marine, bridge, and piling operations.


• Proven experience in field coordination and equipment management.


• Strong understanding of construction methods, job site logistics, and safety protocols.


• Proficiency in CPM scheduling and Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.


• Experience with B2W or similar estimating and field software.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Competitive salary based on experience.


• Profit-sharing plan with 3% safe harbor contribution after one year.


• 401(k) eligibility after one year.


• 50% health insurance cost share (BCBS).


• Paid time off and holidays.