Director of Operations & Fleet Management

Dondlinger Construction Company is one of the industry’s most experienced general contractors with over 128 years in business. Founded in 1898, Dondlinger has a long history of completing landmark projects throughout the region, including Kansas, Oklahoma, Colorado, Missouri and Iowa. We have capabilities in commercial building, civil construction (including bridge and heavy highway), and underground utility construction. We work year-round and offer career advancement opportunities.

About the Role

The Director of Operations & Fleet Management is responsible for the procurement, maintenance, and lifecycle management of the company's heavy equipment fleet of 600+ pieces, along with the day-to-day operation of the company yard — including the material yard (pipe, conex boxes, formwork, lumber, etc.) and the aggregate yard (dirt, recycled concrete, rock, sand, etc.). This position plays a critical role in ensuring equipment reliability, cost control, and operational readiness across all active job sites.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full lifecycle of a 600+ piece heavy equipment and vehicle fleet, including procurement, deployment, maintenance, repair, and disposal/resale.
• Maintain and guide preventive maintenance program, including inspection schedules, service intervals, and repair tracking for all fleet assets.
• Supervise shop operations and manage relationships with outside repair vendors and dealerships.
• Track equipment use and lifecycle costs to inform repair vs. replace and buy vs. lease decisions.
• Maintain a fleet management system to support scheduling, utilization reporting, and data-driven decisions.
• Ensure all equipment and vehicles meet DOT, OSHA, and other regulatory requirements, including inspections, registrations, titling, and insurance.
• Coordinate equipment scheduling and allocation across active job sites, and negotiate with vendors and suppliers for equipment, parts, and services.
• Support preconstruction and estimating teams with equipment selection, availability, and cost input during bidding.
• Lead yard operations, ensuring inventory and organization of the material yard (pipe, conex boxes, formwork, lumber, etc.) and aggregate yard (dirt, recycled concrete, rock, sand, etc.) is maintained.
• Supervise yard staff, including dispatch, receiving, and material handling personnel, and coordinate deliveries and pickups to and from job sites.
• Maintain yard layout for efficient loading, staging, and retrieval of equipment and materials.
• Maintain yard safety, security, and environmental compliance, including stormwater and material storage requirements.
• Provide regular status reports on fleet condition, maintenance costs, and yard inventory.
• Collaborate with Project Managers and field leadership to align resources with project needs.
• Other duties as directed by company leadership.

Requirements

• 5+ years managing a large fleet of heavy equipment (100+ pieces) within construction, general contracting, or related industry.
• Strong working knowledge of heavy equipment maintenance, repair, and preventive maintenance programs.
• Experience managing yard operations, materials handling, and inventory control.
• Experience with fleet management or telematics software, and general proficiency with technology.
• Knowledge of DOT, OSHA, and other regulatory requirements related to fleet and equipment operations.
• Proven experience managing equipment budgets, cost controls, and vendor negotiations.
• Supervisory experience managing mechanics, technicians, and/or yard staff.
• Ability to assess and mitigate risk, and collaborate effectively with peers, project teams, vendors, and subcontractors.
• Must operate in a character consistent with company values (Skill, Integrity, and Responsibility) and stay current on emerging industry trends and technology.
• Valid driver's license and ability to work flexible hours, including occasional emergency response.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, business, or a related field is preferred, but not required.
• AEMP certifications is a plus.
• ASE certification(s) or equivalent diesel/heavy equipment technician background, or a Commercial Driver's License (CDL), is a plus.
• Experience with fleet management platforms (Tenna) is highly preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401K/Retirement
• Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP) – 100% company funded
• Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Career advancement opportunities in a stable, growing organization
• Weekly pay