Assistant Operations Manager

Description The Assistant Operations Manager supports the Operations Manager by coordinating field execution, operational planning, and administrative alignment across projects. This role serves as the primary operational integrator between Field Operations Leads, Project Administration, and management to ensure work is executed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with company standards. The Assistant Operations Manager maintains a strong field presence while retaining responsibility for operational coordination, reporting, and follow-through, ensuring that field activity, documentation, and performance metrics align with company objectives. Key Responsibilities Supervisory & Leadership Responsibilities Provide operational direction and support to Field Operations Leads and technicians. Assist with hiring coordination, onboarding oversight, and workforce planning. Support performance evaluation processes by consolidating field feedback and operational data. Reinforce company expectations, accountability, and safety culture across field teams. Escalate personnel, safety, and operational concerns to the Operations Manager with recommended actions. Field Operations Oversight Maintain routine presence at active job sites to monitor execution, safety compliance, quality standards, and operational readiness. Support Field Operations Leads by resolving cross-project conflicts, staffing constraints, and resource allocation challenges. Validate technician capability, crew composition, and job readiness prior to mobilization. Identify operational risks, inefficiencies, or execution gaps and drive corrective action through Field Leads. Serve as an escalation point for field issues requiring broader operational or administrative coordination. Ensure consistent application of company SOPs, safety standards, and operational best practices. Operational Coordination & Planning Assist the Operations Manager with day-to-day operational planning, scheduling alignment, and workload balancing. Coordinate inventory availability, equipment readiness, and material flow to support uninterrupted field execution. Support project planning by reviewing work plans, schedules, and execution requirements. Track and report key operational metrics, manpower utilization, equipment usage, and productivity indicators. Support budget awareness by identifying cost drivers, inefficiencies, and operational impacts from the field. Administrative & Compliance Alignment Coordinate with the Project Administrator to ensure field activity aligns with project documentation, compliance requirements, and reporting timelines. Ensure required job documentation, field reports, and operational records are completed accurately and submitted timely. Support project setup and closeout processes by validating operational inputs and field completion status. Act as the operational liaison between field teams and administrative staff to prevent gaps or delays in documentation and compliance. Escalate compliance risks, documentation issues, or jurisdictional concerns to the Operations Manager and Project Administrator. Safety & Risk Management Partner with the Operations Manager and Safety Director to reinforce safe work practices and SOP adherence. Identify and mitigate operational and safety risks through proactive field engagement. Support incident response, documentation, and corrective action implementation. Promote a strong safety-first culture across all levels of field operations. Skills, Knowledge and Expertise Strong understanding of field operations, job-site execution, and technician workflows. Ability to lead through influence, coordination, and accountability rather than hands-on technical execution. Strong organizational and prioritization skills across multiple projects and locations. Ability to translate field realities into actionable operational plans and reports. Working knowledge of OSHA and construction-related compliance requirements. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and operational reporting tools. Ability to operate effectively in both field and office environments. Qualifications and Education Requirements Bachelor's degree in business, Construction Management, or related field preferred, or equivalent industry experience. Prior experience in field leadership, operations coordination, or project support roles. Active and current Driver's License required. Mental Demands / Physical Demands /

Environmental Factors Environment:

Combination of job-site and office settings with frequent travel.

Physical Demands:

Regular walking, standing, and site movement; occasional lifting up to 15 lbs.

Mental Demands:

Ability to manage competing priorities, frequent interruptions, and time-sensitive operational issues while maintaining professionalism and composure. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be modified at any time at the sole discretion of the Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status. About Rangeline Group Rangeline Pipeline Services provides pipeline solutions such as Line Stops, Tapping, Valve Insertion, but foremost they are known as the Concrete Pipe Specialty Team. This team of experts specializes in all aspects of concrete pressure pipe, and they have the ability to repair or replace the pipelines without interrupting the flow which helps minimize disruption to the daily life of communities, businesses and municipalities. Rangeline Pipeline Services also has a complete line of materials for concrete pipe and offers full turnkey services nationwide and 24-hr emergency services. Call Rangeline Pipeline Services today for your pipeline installation and repairs, 1-888-PCCP-HLP.