Construction Services Operations Manager

Requisition Number: 2025-1470-02

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Are you a Construction Services Operations Manager seeking a challenging opportunity to grow your career with a firm committed to our employees and providing high-quality service to our clients? S&ME is looking for an eager and dedicated full-time Construction Services Operations Manager to join our Construction Services team in Nashville, TN.

At S&ME, we have a history of delivering innovative geotechnical, civil, environmental, and construction material testing for over 50 years. Over the decades, we have grown into a trusted partner for clients across various industries, including transportation, energy, water, waste management, education, government, commercial, industrial, and more. Our commitment to technical excellence and integrity has established us as a leader in our field.

• Professional Growth: We believe in providing continuous learning opportunities, mentorship programs, and a supportive work environment. Let us tell you more about that!

• Innovative Projects: Join a team that works on diverse and challenging projects of all sizes and complexities, including but not limited to airports, solar farms, power plants, schools, trails, mixed-use, sports stadiums, dams, museums, and more.

• Inclusive Culture: Our culture is built on collaboration and mutual respect. We want you to want to come into the office to build relationships, laugh together, learn from each other, and enjoy the time with your teammates and colleagues.

• Work-Life Balance: We believe in a flexible working environment, allowing you and your manager to determine how you can work most effectively and collaboratively to meet your client, team, and personal commitments.

• Community Impact: Our work creates lasting, positive impacts on the communities we serve. We pride ourselves on our technical excellence, quality work and client satisfaction to continue making a difference.

The Construction Services Operations Manager role involves leading a team of field, lab, and administrative personnel while ensuring operational excellence and business growth. This position plays a vital role in team leadership, project oversight, and client relationship management in the Nashville area.

• Team Leadership: Supervise Field and Laboratory Services Managers, professionals, and administrative staff to ensure productivity and performance alignment.

• Operations Management: Track and manage department metrics including revenue, utilization, billing, collections, and profitability.

• Client Development: Collaborate with leadership and business development teams to identify and secure new project opportunities.

• Project Oversight: Manage key project delivery to ensure on-time and on-budget results.

• Quality & Compliance: Promote and ensure compliance with AASHTO Quality System requirements and high operational standards.

• You have a high school diploma or GED (a Bachelor's in Civil, Structural, or Geotechnical Engineering or related field is a plus).

• You have at least 6 years of experience in operational and/or project management, preferably within the A/E/C industry.

• You have a proven ability to build and maintain client relationships and grow business opportunities.

• You have a positive leadership style and working knowledge of business metrics, safety, HR policies, and risk management.

• You have the ability to split your time between office and field environments to maintain team engagement.

At S&ME, your career growth matters. You'll receive professional training, work on exciting projects, and be part of a company that truly invests in its people. This is more than a job; it's a chance to build a long-term career in the engineering and construction industry. S&ME provides a comprehensive benefits package to support you and your family, as well as career development resources. Come grow and thrive with us at S&ME!

• Medical, Dental & Vision Plans with HSA and FSA options

• 100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

• 401K with Company Matching

• PTO with Rollover

• Maternity/Paternity Leave

• Employee Recognition Program

• Credential Incentive Program

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Company Vehicle with Fuel Card for Project-Based Work

• $2,000 Referral Bonuses & More!

This full-time role offers competitive pay based on experience. Candidates must comply with our Fleet Management, Substance Policy, and Reference Check requirements. Only candidates with valid employment eligibility (I-9) will be considered. Visa assistance is not available. S&ME reserves the right to hire internally or externally at any time. No candidate/recruiter calls, personal calls, or walk-ins are accepted.