Technical Operations Manager
Construction Resources Management
Waukesha, WI
Are you looking for an exciting career in road, highway, and bridge construction? Construction Resources Management of the Walbec Group has a place for hard-working, loyal, and driven people like you. Come work with us as a Technical Operations Manager and enjoy a family-focused, progressive culture. Our approach is driven by an involved focus on Safety and efficiency, resulting in us being a leader in the heavy and highway construction industry.
The Company:
The Walbec Group of companies is currently in its third generation of family leadership producing high-quality construction materials and delivering unparalleled professional design, engineering, and construction services.
- Multi-year Milwaukee Business Journal Best Place to Work honoree and a Best Place to Work by Employ Humanity.
- Multi-year Employ Humanity Best Internship Program honoree
- Associated with many exciting state, municipal, federal, and commercial projects. Check out our website for a complete list of interesting projects. walbecgroup.com
- Proud Partner of the Green Bay Packers and Milwaukee Brewers.
The Position:
Under the direction of the Director of Technical Services, the Technical Operations Manager (TOM) is responsible for safeguarding and efficiently directing all processes, people, and resources as assigned. Success in this role is determined by the ability to technically develop and mentor Quality Control Supervisors (QCS) and their teams.
The Technical Operations Manager will monitor all QC production testing via the QCS, ensuring compliance with all relevant specifications are met, engage in troubleshooting, and foster relationships with our Construction and Manufacturing Team while cultivating a positive work environment that facilitates the growth of the team.
Leadership:
- Provide a clear path and vision, guiding decision-making and strategy development for QCS.
- Responsible for the overall performance of the production testing and oversight by the QCS
- Assess the team’s performance and accomplishments and implement improvements and innovations to increase efficiency and work quality.
Operational Management:
- Support and guide the QCS, in a manner that maximizes efficiency and effectiveness of ethical testing and Customer Service.
- Maintain communication with internal customers across the company.
- Ensure QCS are prepared and ensure the requirements of their position are achieved.
- Be a resource for the Area Managers and QCS when challenges arise at the project level.
- Collaborate with the Area Managers on development opportunities for growth, improvements, efficiency and overall customer satisfaction.
Technical Expertise:
- Provide QCS’s and their Teams with knowledge and tools to make precise, and accurate decisions.
- Audits projects, laboratories, and evaluates team members to ensure the testing and reporting is executed effectively, efficiently, safely and in accordance with the specifications and company policies, procedures, and standards.
- Analyze, predict and communicate QC/QV variability and risk
The Benefits:
Team members at the Walbec Group are offered competitive pay and benefits that align with our values while supporting good health and a balanced life now and into the future. Additionally, we offer a range of opportunities for professional development and career growth that help us all to be successful.
We have the usual suspects like dental, vision, life, flex, EAP, PTO and holidays. We are big fans of our “no premium medical plan” and HRA contribution (with participation in wellness initiatives), company-paid short and long-term disability with company contribution, paid parental leave, profit sharing, and a robust Walbec training program.
The Candidate:
- Completion of a High School Diploma or equivalent (e.g., GED).
- A minimum of 3 years of quality control supervisor’s experience in roadway construction and material testing
- Possesses current WisDOT HMA-TPC (WI), IDOT – HMA II (IL), and/or MDOT (MI) certification.
- Willingness to undertake local and regional travel.
- Level III qualification or higher in all aspects of Quality Control. (Agg, HMA, Density and MD)
Why Should You Apply?
First, because we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture here at the Walbec Group. Our leadership understands the unique abilities and differences of our team members who drive innovation and growth. When you choose Walbec, you’ll be welcomed into a supportive environment where all team members feel heard, respected, and valued.
- Excellent wages and benefits packages.
- Job security in our role as an essential company providing infrastructure services.
- Growth opportunities working alongside and learning from experienced industry professionals.
- Be involved in innovative and exciting projects throughout the local area and the state.
- Family-oriented, supportive culture.
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action employer, and it is our practice to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants. In addition, it is the policy of the Company to comply with applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in each locality in which the Company has employees. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply!
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