Job Description

GARNEY CONSTRUCTION

Garney Construction is seeking a Regional Operations Manager in Tracy, CA . This role is responsible for overseeing construction operations and business performance across multiple areas or geographic regions. This role provides leadership to Area Managers and their teams, ensuring alignment with company goals in safety, quality, financial performance, and workforce development. The ROM plays a key role in regional strategy, project acquisition, and long-term planning while serving as a liaison between field operations and executive leadership.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

• Lead and support multiple Area Managers and field managers to ensure consistent, high-quality execution of construction projects.
• Monitor and guide safety practices, budget performance, schedule adherence, contract compliance, and project execution standards.
• Conduct regular field visits to monitor job progress and ensure alignment with company values and policies.
• Develop and execute regional business strategies aligned with corporate objectives.
• Participate in long-term planning for market expansion, equipment investments, and workforce capacity.
• Collaborate with preconstruction and estimating teams to assess market conditions and guide pursuit strategies.
• Analyze regional performance metrics and provide proactive recommendations to improve outcomes.
• Identify operational risks and implement mitigation strategies to protect company interests.
• Oversee workforce planning, hiring strategies, and leadership pipeline development within assigned regions.
• Maintain high-level client relationships across regions and support multiple areas in business acquisition efforts.
• Develop and lead project pursuit and bid strategies, project negotiations, and client presentations.
• Collaborate with Area Managers and BD teams to support client retention and long-term relationship strategies.
• Represent the company in industry associations, conferences, and public forums.
• Review and validate area-level financial reports, forecasts, and monthly WIP summaries.
• Guide regional budgeting and resource allocation in collaboration with finance and estimating teams.
• Monitor project financial health and trends to recommend corrective actions when needed.
• Support contract risk management, insurance claims, and legal matters across regional operations.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Exceptional leadership and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple business units and priorities.
• Deep understanding of construction operations, estimating, scheduling, risk management, and safety programs.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence and drive accountability across all levels of the organization.
• Strategic thinking, analytical mindset, and strong business acumen.
• High emotional intelligence with the ability to lead through change and foster a high-performing team culture.
• Familiarity with collaborative delivery models (e.g., CMAR, Progressive Design-Build) and integrated project teams.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum 10–15 years of experience in the construction industry with a minimum of 5 years in operational leadership roles.
• Proven experience leading multiple teams, project portfolios, or geographic markets.
• Prior experience with water/wastewater or heavy civil infrastructure projects (preferred).
• Minimum 5 years of experience with managing large ($100MM+) CMAR and/or Design-Build
• Projects.
• Willingness to travel frequently to support projects and team development.

LET'S TALK THE PERKS!

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Salary Range: $175K - $225K
• 401K Retirement plan
• Health, dental, vision and life insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) / Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Long-term disability
• Holidays and PTO
• Bonus program

CONTACT US

If you are interested in this Regional Operations Manager position in Tracy, CA, then please  APPLY NOW . For other opportunities available at Garney Construction, go to careers.garney.com . If you have questions about the position or would like more information, please contact Sydney Glosson - Recruiter, by email sydney.glosson@garney.com.

Garney Construction and its subsidiaries are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category. Garney Construction is a background screening, drug-free workplace .

Agency Disclaimer: A ll vendors must have a signed Garney Construction Agreement, authorized by the Executive Team, to receive payment for any placement. Verbal or written commitments made by anyone other than a member of the Executive Team will not be considered binding. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Garney Construction or submitted to employees outside of the Recruiting Team will be deemed the property of Garney Construction. In such cases, Garney Construction will not be obligated to pay any placement fees.

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