Construction Operations Manager

Secon is one of the companies within Colaska Inc., the Colas USA subsidiary that operates throughout the state of Alaska. Based in Juneau, Secon provides construction materials commercially, with satellite offices in Sitka and Ketchikan. The company constructs projects large and small, including highways, airports, rural roads, and mining developments.

About the role

The Construction Operations Manager will oversee and manage all aspects of construction operations for a heavy civil and paving contractor supporting projects across Southeast Alaska. This role requires strong leadership in coordinating multiple concurrent projects while working closely with project managers, superintendents, and field leadership to overcome the unique challenges of remote construction, including adverse weather conditions, limited access, and complex logistics. The Operations Manager serves as a key link between field execution and company leadership, ensuring consistent communication across 8–10 active projects, supporting problem-solving, maintaining safety excellence, ensuring contract compliance, and delivering high-quality work on time and within budget.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and support 8–10 large, multi-disciplinary heavy civil projects simultaneously.
• Maintain consistent communication with project managers and superintendents to resolve challenges.
• Provide leadership to align schedules, resources, costs, and company priorities.
• Travel regularly throughout Southeast Alaska to support field teams.
• Resolve conflicts with project owners.
• Lead remote logistics planning including mobilization of crews, equipment, and materials.
• Coordinate marine transportation and barging operations.
• Mitigate challenges related to weather, tides, and seasonal constraints.
• Champion a safety-first culture for crews and the public.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA/MSHA and company policies.
• Support fatigue management during long workdays in compressed construction seasons.
• Minimize risks associated with remote and high-demand environments.
• Review contracts, plans, and specifications to ensure compliance.
• Support teams in interpreting requirements and managing risk.
• Assist in change orders and claims management.
• Oversee quality control for aggregate production and asphalt paving.
• Ensure compliance with testing standards and project specs.
• Improve field quality processes continuously.
• Track budgets, schedules, and production targets.
• Improve efficiency and profitability.
• Conduct risk assessments.
• Mentor project managers and superintendents.
• Foster collaboration and accountability.
• Build relationships with stakeholders.

Requirements

• 10+ years experience in heavy civil construction.
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects.
• Experience with remote logistics and barging operations.
• Knowledge of contracts, specifications, and compliance.
• Experience with aggregate and asphalt quality control.
• Strong safety leadership and fatigue management focus.
• Proficiency with HCSS, P6, Excel, MS Project.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Benefits

The Colas USA Family of Companies provides competitive pay, outstanding benefits, career advancement opportunities, professional education, and extensive training for every employee.