Operations Engineer

The Operations Engineer will report directly to the Director of Utility Protection Services and work closely with the operations leadership team. This is a fast paced and pivotal role in supporting the operations team. Ideal for a junior to mid-level career professional with previous experience in construction management or site development. This role requires someone highly organized, tech-forward, and driven to grow their career. This person will be “information central” to all activities happening within the business providing critical support to our operations team. They will handle a wide range of responsibilities including coordinating field work activities, supporting the internal team, and working directly with clients.

Primary Responsibilities:

Manage client documentation processes including new subcontractor applications, site access, daily reporting, and ongoing updates.

Support field manager with daily job scheduling and manage scheduling software

Collaborate with Field Manager and Fleet Manager to ensure daily smooth operations

Implement a comprehensive document control system for all daily reporting, training records, and fleet management

Oversee the procurement process for materials and supplies, negotiating with suppliers to secure favorable terms and ensure on-time delivery.

Assist in conducting coordination meetings and writing status reports

Maintaining and optimizing field reporting software and report design

Safety program support including maintaining training records, administering training courses, and promoting safety culture

All other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

High school diploma required, four-year degree from an accredited university with a concentration in construction, engineering, or business is strongly preferred

In lieu of a degree, additional work experience is acceptable

2-5 years experience in commercial construction, site development, or hydro excavation

Ability to master sector/project-specific software systems including but not limited to: Google Workspace, Go Canvas, Field Pulse, Adobe Acrobat

Communicate clearly, concisely, and professionally, with a strong focus on business writing and verbal skills

Demonstrate a positive attitude and passion for construction and our industry

Ability to gather data, interpret it into meaningful information, and relay that information through clear, concise communication strategies; to see how pieces and processes fit into and affect the bigger picture/business model

Organize and manage tasks and priorities

Seek continuous self-improvement of knowledge and abilities

Adaptable and flexible in the ever changing work of a small business

Create and maintain relationships with colleagues, clients, subcontractors, and vendors

Exhibit respectfulness by being punctual, engaged/focused, and respectful of others

Ability to work independently, set your own direction, and work well within a small team

Benefits:

Competitive pay

Flexible work schedule

Medical, dental, vision, FSA, life insurance, and long term disability plans

Matching 401K

Holidays

Paid time off

This individual will work with a small team in an innovative company that is experiencing growth within the construction industry. Black Hydrovac is a women and minority owned business based in Northern Virginia specializing in hydro excavation. They are an Equal Opportunity Employer, drug-free workplace and comply with all ADA regulations as applicable.