Site Operations Manager

About the role

We are seeking a Site Operations Manager to lead the deployment and operation of autonomous construction technology on partner construction sites. This role is responsible for ensuring successful site launches, safe operational performance, and strong partner relationships from early planning through project completion.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to early-stage site assessments and operational feasibility reviews.
• Define work plans including scope and operational requirements.
• Plan and execute deployments across multiple partner sites.
• Cook up onsite launch readiness across engineering, fleet, and site teams.
• Lead onsite setup, workflow validation, and safety alignment.
• Own site launch and transition into steady-state operations.
• Oversee daily operations to ensure safe, reliable performance.
• Run regular operational check-ins with partners.
• Capture field insights to inform product, engineering and operational improvements.
• Manage project closeout, reporting, and post-deployment learnings.
• Manage the customer lifecycle from launch through steady-state operations.
• Lead structured training and support for new partners, ensuring alignment on workflows, expectations, safety and success criteria.
• Translate complex robotic systems into clear, practical operating instructions.
• Certify that partner site management and operators are fully trained and confident before and after launch.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to incorporate field learnings into training materials and workflows.
• Build strong, trust-based relationships with partner teams to drive long-term success and adoption.

Requirements

• Experience managing operations in construction or industrial environments.
• Experience directing and coordinating heavy equipment operators and field crews.
• Experience interpreting site construction drawings, site maps, survey data, and grading plans to support earthwork operations.
• Experience leading cross-functional initiatives with engineering and field teams.
• Excellent communication and partner management skills.
• Experience training customers and customer support in an operational setting.
• Comfortable working in dynamic, fast-changing environments.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations and construction safety best practices, with experience ensuring compliance in the field.
• Willingness to travel 50%+ and work from customer sites.
• Located in surrounding Austin area.

Preferred

• Background in autonomy, robotics, or advanced construction technology.
• Familiarity with construction tool Propeller Aero.
• Experience launching new operational programs or deployments.
• Experience building training programs, manuals, or playbooks.
• Familiarity with customer-facing tools or operational platforms.