Area Manager - job 1 of 5

AWP Safety is a rapidly growing national safety services provider committed to protecting our customers’ people, business, and time. AWP is America’s Traffic Control Leader, representing nearly every major public utility: electric, gas and telecommunications.

AWP Safety has been the leading provider and innovator of traffic control solutions since our inception in 1993. Our main goal is to improve processes by continually establishing best practices for productivity and cost effectiveness. Driving added value to our customers through the talented execution of our employees and the pursuit of providing extraordinary service for our customers is what has built our company and its national reputation for integrity.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Area Manager will uphold the core values of Ownership, Trust, and Teamwork. This position will report to the Vice President, Business Unit and work closely with a cross functional team in developing and implementing operational standards/plans across the business unit to achieve strategic goals. Specifically, the role will work with their cross functional role level partners to ensure that the geographic areas are being effectively and safely managed by planning and overseeing the operations. The Area Manager role will have profit and loss responsibility for their geographic area. This position will ensure safe work environments and verify customer needs are being met at the highest level of satisfaction.

The ideal candidate will want to roll up their sleeves and lead strategic initiatives and projects.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Model a “safety first” culture and ensure safety is priority one.
• Overall ownership of P&L, to include all increases and decreases in revenue and costs.
• Provide 1–3-month view for the Region while developing a vision for the next 3-6 months.
• Leverages quantitative and qualitative metrics, guidelines, and standards to evaluate the organization’s efficiency and effectiveness; identifies opportunities for improvement and growth.
• Measures productivity by analyzing performance data, finance data, and activity reports.
• Translates strategic business needs into practical actions and drives performance across the business unit.
• Successfully engage and interact with key customers within designated area.
• Ensure customer service issues are addressed promptly and efficiently while providing the highest level of customer service.
• Foster team building through leadership practices and regular communication strategies.  This role will play an integral part in talent assessment and development of direct reports and the business unit.
• Facilitate communication with leadership team to ensure alignment to business goals and opportunities.
• Lead through leaders utilizing talent assessment and performance management/development.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in business, management, or similar field preferred; equivalent experience will be considered.
• 4-5+ years of AM experience or significant management experience, preferably overseeing an entire organization, division, or similar sized business unit.
• Previously managed a 40 million dollar P&L or greater
• Ability to interpret financial and other data as needed to set operational goals.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Previous experience working with a Union preferred
• Experience in construction, traffic control or infrastructure industries preferred
• Must maintain a current, valid driver's license and a clean driving record, free of suspension or revocation.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The team member must be able to successfully handle the physical demands of this position, which include but are not limited to the following:

• Expect a 40+ hour work week, occasional weekends, and holidays
• Hours of operation may vary based on the needs of the business
• The position may work limited hours in outside conditions that include inclement weather, not limited to heat, cold, humidity, and exposure to dust and asphalt
• Occasional exposure to fumes or airborne particles, moving vehicles, and occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at construction job sites
• The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud
• Position may lift or carry objects up to 50 pounds

Range: $150K - $170K + Bonus & Company Vehicle

WHAT YOU WILL LOVE/PERKS

• Company provided vehicle with fuel card, which includes qualified personal use privileges
• 401(k) with company match
• Benefits eligible the 1st of the month following hire
• Career Growth
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• All traditional benefits are offered, including 3 medical plan options and 2 dental plan options, as well as additional benefits such as legal and identity protection, accident, critical illness, and others
• Company paid $50,000 in basic life insurance
• Company paid long term disability (LTD)
• Health Savings and Flex Spending Accounts Available
• AWP named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces 2023 and 2025 for Diversity
• All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

AWP Safety is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, age, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability.