Operations Leader (Client Opening E.C. Korneffel)

Company Summary

E.C. Korneffel Co. is a well-established mid-size heavy civil contracting firm based in Southeast Michigan. With decades of experience in marine bridge and piling/drilling work were proud to deliver infrastructure projects that support communities across the Great Lakes region.

Were seeking a highly experienced Operations Leader to oversee and coordinate daily field operations across multiple active job sites. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who thrives in the field understands the rhythm of heavy civil construction and values working with a close knitsupportive team.

Why work for E.C. Korneffel

• Competitive salary tailored to your experience and leadership impact
• Medical Insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield
• Annual profit-sharing bonus plus a 3% safe harbor retirement contribution
• 401(k) plan available after one year to support long-term financial security
• Paid holidays and personal time off
• Strong equipment fleet and support staff
• Family-oriented culture where your voice is heard and your work is valued
• Long-tenured team with deep industry knowledge and mutual respect

Key Responsibilities

Operations Duties

• Coordinate daily activities between office staff and field supervisors across multiple active job sites.

• Lead regular field meetings to ensure alignment on scope schedule and equipment needs.

• Managescopeexecution and document changes to work plans.

• Oversee equipmentlogistics breakdown response and repair coordination.

• Submit permit requests and ensure regulatory compliance.

• Maintain inventory control across ECK yards and job sites.

• Provide consistent schedule updates and ensuretimelyfulfillment of project needs.

Project Support Duties

• Collaborate with estimating and engineering teams to support project planning and execution.

• Assistwith kickoff documentation job packets and resource planning.

• Monitor field progress and support supervisors with problem-solving andlogistics.

• Track scope changes material usage and equipment allocation.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in heavy civil construction with a focus on marine bridge and piling operations.
• You know how toanticipate field needs solve problems before they escalate and keep projects moving smoothly
• Proven track record in field coordination equipment management and schedule control.
• Strong understanding of construction methods job site logistics and safety protocols.
• Proficient in CPM scheduling and Microsoft Excel Word and Outlook.
• Experience with B2W or similar estimating and field software.
• A natural leader who values teamwork accountability and clear communication.
• Someone who thrives in a family-oriented culture and takes pride in doing things the right way.

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Drug test and non-invasive physicalrequiredprior to start date.