Area Manager

AWP Safety, based in Northeast Ohio, is a rapidly growing national safety services provider committed to protecting customers’ people, business, and time. As America’s Traffic Control Leader, AWP represents nearly every major public utility—electric, gas, and telecommunications—and has been the leading provider and innovator of traffic control solutions since 1993.

About the role

The Area Manager will provide leadership and implementation of core values and the company’s mission. This position is responsible for the safety, management, and ongoing growth of the company by leading safety initiatives to protect employees, customers, and assets. The role involves managing, supervising, and supporting team growth while ensuring customer needs are met at the highest level of satisfaction through safety, P&L management, team building, recruitment strategies, and fostering relationships with internal and external clients.

Responsibilities

• Strategic planning and implementation of safe work practices
• Protect the company’s employees, customers, and assets against losses, injuries, and accidents through enforcement of safe work practices
• Ensure safety compliance with Company, Local, State, and Federal regulations
• Prevent accidents and safety exposures by investigating causes and developing preventative measures
• Maintain traffic control, safety, and supervisor credentials
• Facilitate safety and committee meetings
• Oversee P&L, Fleet, Safety, Equipment Inventory, and Customer Interactions
• Understand and adhere to collective bargaining agreements (if applicable)
• Solidify AWP’s presence in the service area and identify growth opportunities
• Address customer service issues promptly while providing the highest level of service
• Track and audit asset, employee, and time usage for projects
• Utilize data for workforce forecasting to predict staffing needs
• Participate in recruiting and hiring strategies with Human Resources
• Develop and support the growth of 3-5 direct supervisors
• Manage a staff of 75-150 field employees across large territories (some overnight travel likely)
• Engage in training new and current employees to reduce turnover and promote efficiency
• Foster team building through leadership practices and regular communication
• Become a subject matter expert in work zone setup/design and professional flagging
• Conduct new hire orientation and ongoing training
• Manage daily employee issues including payroll, timekeeping, benefits, time off requests, scheduling, and customer issues

Requirements

• Associate's or bachelor’s degree preferred
• 5-10 years of management experience
• Strong leadership with excellent communication and coaching skills
• Excellent motivation and organizational skills
• Intermediate computer skills (Microsoft Office, CRM systems)
• Experience managing P&L
• Process Improvement (Lean Manufacturing/Six Sigma preferred)
• Experience in Business Development (top & bottom line)
• Significant experience developing high-performing teams
• Proactive approach to brand development
• Ability to develop and execute business plans
• Must adhere to and promote safe workplace practices
• Must maintain a current, valid driver’s license and a clean driving record

Work Environment and Physical Demands

• 40+ hour work week, occasional weekends, and holidays
• Hours may vary based on staffing needs and workload
• Time split between field and office environments
• Exposure to outside conditions (heat, cold, humidity, dust, asphalt, inclement weather)
• Occasional exposure to fumes, airborne particles, moving vehicles, and extreme conditions at construction job sites
• Noise levels can be loud
• May lift or carry objects up to 50 pounds
• In the field, may stand for long periods and perform strenuous physical labor under adverse conditions

Pay

Salary range is $88,000–$110,000 plus bonus.

Benefits

• Benefits-eligible on the 1st of the month following hire
• 3 medical plan options and 2 dental plan options
• Additional benefits: Legal and Identity Shield, Accident, and Critical Illness
• Company-paid $50,000 basic life insurance
• Company-paid Long-Term Disability (LTD)
• Health Savings and Flex Spending Accounts available
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays

AWP Safety is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.