***Director of Operations, Wireline Position Available In Jackson, Missouri

• Director of Operations, Wireline ADB Companies United States, Missouri, Grandview 3512 Main Street (Show on map) Jun 21, 2025
  Description To be a team member at ADB Companies, or as we call it, part of the A-Team, you must be ALL IN to support the company’s mission, vision, and values.

OUR MISSION

We are a customer-centric partner providing innovative solutions. The safety, well-being, and career growth of our team members are the benchmarks of our success.

POSITION TITLE

Director of Operations

CLASSIFICATION

Exempt

POSITION OVERVIEW

ADB is a Nationwide full turnkey provider of technology infrastructure solutions including Wireline, Wireless, Technology and Engineering. Our customer centric approach has ensured long term relationships with commercial clients, service providers, local, state, and federal government organizations. We recognize our team members as our greatest asset ensuring that their safety, well-being, and career growth are always our number one priority. Our ALL IN culture includes a focus on Safety, Wellness, Learning, Diversity and Inclusion, and giving back to our communities. ADB is seeking a Director of Operations with extensive knowledge in managing multiple underground fiber and utility installation projects of various sizes and scopes of work nationwide. This role will be the direct manager of field construction crews, Supervisors, and Project Managers; planning, directing, and organizing their day-to-day operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic, knowledge of the telecom industry, and a strong belief in the safety, as well as a strong work ethic and an ALL IN attitude to achieve results.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Direct manager of Project Supervisors and Managers, ADB construction crews, and subcontractors including, but not limited to, onboarding, training, discipline actions, terminations, payroll, performance management, etc.
Manages the ordering of supplies, equipment, and materials for projects
Manages their project financials; WIP, JCR, Cost to completes, etc.
Creates and manages the project plans, schedules, objectives, procedures, and performance standards within the boundaries of the company’s mission, values, and policies
Adhere to and uphold ADB’s safety culture on site, led by example and develop the expected safety culture on each project
Manages their divisions scorecard and ensures goals and actions are met
Participates and presents in strategic planning meetings and ADB’s internal I404 system

• completed buy-in to the Keeley Way
  Creates agenda’s and leads weekly staff meetings
  High level of leadership ability including, but not limited to, making challenging business decisions, gaining a people following, participating in, and driving the company culture, holding others accountable, and managing the outcomes of results
  Responsible for estimating and bidding projects
  High level of contract understanding ability to create and submit Change Orders
  Works closely with support staff including, but not limited to, Human Resource, Recruiting, Fleet, Accounting, etc.

Ability to support a fast paced, demanding work schedule; schedule could include early mornings, evenings, weekends, etc
Performs other position duties as assigned by leadership

SUCCESS FACTORS

Travel Ability Nationwide
A strong belief in ZERO

• Being Safe 100% of the time is the expectation
  Alignment with company mission, vision, and values
  A high level of customer centricity
  Strong work ethic with an ALL IN attitude
  Strong team player with the ability to adapt to diverse team members
  Ability to perform in a fast paced/high volume environment
  Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  Exceptional Critical Thinking skills
  Detail Oriented•a high level of attention to detail is required
  A high level of time management, accountability, and prioritization skills
  Self-motivated, goal•oriented, and driven to accomplish department goals
  Ability to be organized, problem solve, and be solution oriented
  Leadership skills•ability to lead an internal team with diverse job functions
  High level of relationship building skills•regular interaction with customers daily
  Ability to be challenged, take constructive feedback, and handle a high level of stressful situations in a professional way
  Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point)

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Must be able to work in a variety of physical positions, like sitting, squatting, standing, walking, and driving.
Must endure regular exposure to all weather conditions, especially hot, humid and/or rainy spring, summer and fall weather, combined with regular work time indoors in environmentally controlled conditions.
May be exposed to uncomfortable or distracting sounds or noise levels on sites of projects being managed or coordinated.
Must wear common protective safety equipment, such as safety glasses

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

7+ years’ experience in underground and/or aerial utility construction within the telecommunications industry required
3-5+ years of high-level leadership experience managing multiple fiber installation construction projects within multiple markets required
Valid driver license required; CDL license preferred but not required
Bachelor’s in Business/Construction Management degree a plus
PMP Certification is a plus
High School Diploma or equivalent required ADB Companies, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All candidates agree to complete a selection assessment and pre-employment drug screen. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
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