Operations Manager

Why You'll Love This Role

Lead operations across large-scale solar infrastructure projects with long-term regional impact
Oversee multiple crews, projects, and operational priorities in a fast-paced environment
Help shape the future of the Midwest Region through leadership continuity and operational growth
Work with experienced project managers, operators, and regional leadership teams
Play a critical role in maintaining client relationships and delivery excellence across a rapidly expanding portfolio

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead daily operations across multiple active solar vegetation management projects
• Coordinate field execution between Project Managers, Operations staff, subcontractors, and regional leadership
• Oversee vegetation management activities including mowing, herbicide application, trimming, seeding, and site maintenance
• Manage scheduling, logistics, equipment utilization, and operational readiness across concurrent projects
• Supervise and support field crews and subcontractors to ensure safe and efficient execution
• Oversee fleet and equipment management including maintenance coordination and repair planning for mowing and vegetation management equipment
• Monitor project progress, staffing needs, and resource allocation to maintain schedule and client commitments
• Support operational reporting, communication, and coordination across the project lifecycle
• Mentor Restoration Operators and Operations staff while helping build long-term operational capacity within the region
• Maintain compliance with environmental, safety, and operational standards

Regional Oversight & Portfolio Responsibility

• Operational leadership support across RES's Mule Ridge and Chesterton offices
• Support projects throughout Indiana and Southern Illinois
• Engaged throughout the full lifecycle of projects, including periods when active field work is not occurring onsite
• Responsibilities include equipment management, logistics coordination, delivery support, scheduling alignment, and maintaining operational readiness across the portfolio
• Part of a planned leadership transition strategy to support operational continuity, knowledge transfer, and long-term regional growth

What Will Make You Stand Out

• Experience supporting utility-scale solar sites or renewable energy infrastructure
• Experience with wetland restoration, stream restoration, mitigation projects, or native habitat establishment
• Indiana or Illinois pesticide/herbicide applicator licensing
• Experience managing large mowing fleets and vegetation maintenance equipment
• Knowledge of native vegetation establishment, invasive species management, and long-term site maintenance
• Experience with erosion and sediment control practices
• Experience with budgeting, estimating, or operational forecasting
• Prior leadership experience supporting geographically distributed teams