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When you join Verizon
You want more out of a career. A place to share your ideas freely — even if they’re daring or different. Where the true you can learn, grow, and thrive. At Verizon, we power and empower how people live, work and play by connecting them to what brings them joy. We do what we love — driving innovation, creativity, and impact in the world. Our V Team is a community of people who anticipate, lead, and believe that listening is where learning begins. In crisis and in celebration, we come together — lifting our communities and building trust in how we show up, everywhere & always. Want in? Join the #VTeamLife.
Reporting to an Associate Director, the Sr Engineer Specialist drives operational efficiency, standardization, and process governance across Verizon’s global Technical Facility Engineering & Construction (TFE&C) footprint. The role resolves complex bottlenecks and supports critical infrastructure projects across wireless, wireline, and telecom business lines through data analytics, spend tracking, systems administration, vendor coordination, and regional reporting.
Capital Program Financial Governance & ERP Systems
Executing, reconciling, and governing all financial workflows and capital funding allocations for the TFE&C organization across Verizon programs within annual targets by managing end-to-end procurement transactions—initiating Ariba Express/Quick Bids, generating shopping carts, issuing POs and AFEs, and processing invoices across 1ERP, nSAP, vSAP, and Unefi while aligning all MMIDs, GL codes, and Material Groups.
Project Lifecycle, Platforms & Asset Tracking
Orchestrating and standardizing the end-to-end project lifecycle from initiation and Canvas PSC intake workflows through to closeout by configuring and consolidating Procore, administering cross-system team permissions, enforcing project documentation standards, and auditing infrastructure assets in DC Track.
Strategic Sourcing, Vendor Risk & Performance
Sourcing, vetting, and managing vendor partnerships by facilitating GVP onboarding, sponsoring site and security clearances via Firewall, enforcing sourcing policy and contract compliance, partnering with EHS and Risk offices, and elevating partner quality through scorecard metrics, direct training, and comprehensive audits.
Process Excellence, Governance & Team Enablement
Authoring, enforcing, and pioneering operational best practices across the global TFE&C footprint by engineering a unified operational Playbook, resolving cross-functional bottlenecks, tracking compliance, providing operational oversight of the contingent workforce, and upskilling regional Project Engineers and incoming Associate Project Managers (APMs) in facility-based network engineering and systems execution.
What we're looking for...
You'll need to have:
Bachelor's degree or four or more years of work experience.
Four or more years of relevant experience required, demonstrated through one or a combination of work and/or military experience, or specialized training.
Experience in facility/network engineering, construction implementation, or technical operations management.
Experience in complex problem solving with a strong background in SAP, Procore and Ariba
Demonstrated experience in systems with deep understanding of telecommunications construction industry.
Even better if you have:
A Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering, Computer Science, a related field, or equivalent work experience.
Maintain the existing telecommunication systems, updating or decommissioning components based on the needs of the business.
Analyze the systems to recommend opportunities for performance optimization and automation of existing processes.
Translate requests from internal teams into network requirements, making adjustments to internal systems accordingly.
If Verizon and this role sound like a fit for you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every “even better” qualification listed above.
Where you’ll be working
In this hybrid role, you'll have a defined work location that includes working from home and a minimum of three days per week in the office, which will be set by your manager. Employees are responsible for maintaining compliance with hybrid work policies.Scheduled Weekly Hours
40Equal Employment Opportunity
Verizon is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to veteran status, disability or other legally protected characteristics.
Benefits and Compensation
Our benefits are designed to help you move forward in your career, and in areas of your life outside of Verizon. From health and wellness benefit options including: medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability, basic life insurance, supplemental life insurance, AD&D insurance, identity theft protection, pet insurance and group home & auto insurance. We also offer a matched 401(k) savings plan, up to 8 company paid holidays per year and up to 6 personal days per year, paid parental leave, adoption assistance and tuition assistance, plus other incentives, we’ve got you covered with our award-winning total rewards package. Depending on the role, employees have the opportunity to receive compensation in the form of premium pay such as overtime, shift differential, holiday pay, allowances, etc. Newly hired employees receive up to 15 days of vacation per year, which grows with additional service. For part-timers, your coverage will vary as you may be eligible for some of these benefits depending on your individual circumstances.
The salary will vary depending on your location and confirmed job-related skills and experience. This is an incentive based position with the potential to earn more. For part-time roles, your compensation will be adjusted to reflect your hours. The annual salary range for the location(s) listed on this job requisition based on a full-time schedule is: $96,000.00 - $157,000.00.When you join Verizon
You want more out of a career. A place to share your ideas freely — even if they’re daring or different. Where the true you can learn, grow, and thrive. At Verizon, we power and empower how people live, work and play by connecting them to what brings them joy. We do what we love — driving innovation, creativity, and impact in the world. Our V Team is a community of people who anticipate, lead, and believe that listening is where learning begins. In crisis and in celebration, we come together — lifting our communities and building trust in how we show up, everywhere & always. Want in? Join the #VTeamLife.
Reporting to an Associate Director, the Sr Engineer Specialist drives operational efficiency, standardization, and process governance across Verizon’s global Technical Facility Engineering & Construction (TFE&C) footprint. The role resolves complex bottlenecks and supports critical infrastructure projects across wireless, wireline, and telecom business lines through data analytics, spend tracking, systems administration, vendor coordination, and regional reporting.
Capital Program Financial Governance & ERP Systems
Executing, reconciling, and governing all financial workflows and capital funding allocations for the TFE&C organization across Verizon programs within annual targets by managing end-to-end procurement transactions—initiating Ariba Express/Quick Bids, generating shopping carts, issuing POs and AFEs, and processing invoices across 1ERP, nSAP, vSAP, and Unefi while aligning all MMIDs, GL codes, and Material Groups.
Project Lifecycle, Platforms & Asset Tracking
Orchestrating and standardizing the end-to-end project lifecycle from initiation and Canvas PSC intake workflows through to closeout by configuring and consolidating Procore, administering cross-system team permissions, enforcing project documentation standards, and auditing infrastructure assets in DC Track.
Strategic Sourcing, Vendor Risk & Performance
Sourcing, vetting, and managing vendor partnerships by facilitating GVP onboarding, sponsoring site and security clearances via Firewall, enforcing sourcing policy and contract compliance, partnering with EHS and Risk offices, and elevating partner quality through scorecard metrics, direct training, and comprehensive audits.
Process Excellence, Governance & Team Enablement
Authoring, enforcing, and pioneering operational best practices across the global TFE&C footprint by engineering a unified operational Playbook, resolving cross-functional bottlenecks, tracking compliance, providing operational oversight of the contingent workforce, and upskilling regional Project Engineers and incoming Associate Project Managers (APMs) in facility-based network engineering and systems execution.
What we're looking for...
You'll need to have:
Bachelor's degree or four or more years of work experience.
Four or more years of relevant experience required, demonstrated through one or a combination of work and/or military experience, or specialized training.
Experience in facility/network engineering, construction implementation, or technical operations management.
Experience in complex problem solving with a strong background in SAP, Procore and Ariba
Demonstrated experience in systems with deep understanding of telecommunications construction industry.
Even better if you have:
A Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering, Computer Science, a related field, or equivalent work experience.
Maintain the existing telecommunication systems, updating or decommissioning components based on the needs of the business.
Analyze the systems to recommend opportunities for performance optimization and automation of existing processes.
Translate requests from internal teams into network requirements, making adjustments to internal systems accordingly.
If Verizon and this role sound like a fit for you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every “even better” qualification listed above.
Where you’ll be working
In this hybrid role, you'll have a defined work location that includes working from home and a minimum of three days per week in the office, which will be set by your manager. Employees are responsible for maintaining compliance with hybrid work policies.Scheduled Weekly Hours
40Equal Employment Opportunity
Verizon is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to veteran status, disability or other legally protected characteristics.
Benefits and Compensation
Our benefits are designed to help you move forward in your career, and in areas of your life outside of Verizon. From health and wellness benefit options including: medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability, basic life insurance, supplemental life insurance, AD&D insurance, identity theft protection, pet insurance and group home & auto insurance. We also offer a matched 401(k) savings plan, up to 8 company paid holidays per year and up to 6 personal days per year, paid parental leave, adoption assistance and tuition assistance, plus other incentives, we’ve got you covered with our award-winning total rewards package. Depending on the role, employees have the opportunity to receive compensation in the form of premium pay such as overtime, shift differential, holiday pay, allowances, etc. Newly hired employees receive up to 15 days of vacation per year, which grows with additional service. For part-timers, your coverage will vary as you may be eligible for some of these benefits depending on your individual circumstances.
The salary will vary depending on your location and confirmed job-related skills and experience. This is an incentive based position with the potential to earn more. For part-time roles, your compensation will be adjusted to reflect your hours. The annual salary range for the location(s) listed on this job requisition based on a full-time schedule is: $96,000.00 - $157,000.00.Construction Operations Manager Jobs by Experience Level
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Construction & Real Estate
- Education
- Staffing & Recruiting
- Investment & Asset Management
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in construction operations manager jobs.
- Five or more years of field and office construction management experience
- Proficiency in construction management software such as Procore or Primavera P6
- OSHA 30-hour construction safety certification
- Demonstrated experience managing subcontractors, budgets, and project schedules simultaneously
- Bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or a related field
- PMP or CCM certification preferred for senior and director-level positions
Tips for Your Construction Operations Manager Job Search
Quantify your project delivery record
Hiring managers for construction operations roles want to see scope, budget, and schedule numbers on your resume. Replace vague phrases like 'managed projects' with the number of concurrent projects, total contract value, and whether you delivered on time and under budget.
List your safety and quality credentials
OSHA 30 certification, quality management experience, and incident rate history matter as much as project size to most operations employers. Put certifications in a dedicated section at the top of your resume so screeners see them before they reach your work history.
Target postings that match your delivery model
Construction operations manager roles vary sharply between general contracting, design-build, and owner-side positions. Read each posting for contract type, delivery method, and whether the role oversees field crews or subcontractors, and tailor your cover letter to that specific structure.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists construction operations manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare for scenario-based interview questions
Interviewers at construction companies almost always ask how you handled a subcontractor default, a schedule slip, or a safety incident. Prepare two or three real examples that show how you diagnosed the problem, made a decision under pressure, and recovered the project.
Negotiate the full compensation package strategically
Construction operations roles often include vehicle allowances, project completion bonuses, and profit-sharing tied to project margin. Ask about each component separately before discussing base salary, so you have a complete picture of total compensation before you counter.
Construction Operations Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most construction operations managers?
The most active employers for construction operations managers right now are Morgan, Amazon, and Monteith Construction, and the most openings are in Texas, North Carolina, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Activity shifts frequently as large commercial and infrastructure projects break ground, so checking current listings regularly gives you the most accurate picture.
How many construction operations manager jobs are remote?
About 15% of construction operations manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most roles. The sub-areas most likely to offer hybrid or remote flexibility are preconstruction planning, estimating oversight, and corporate-side operations roles that do not require daily site presence.
How do you become a construction operations manager?
Most construction operations managers start in field roles such as superintendent, project engineer, or project manager and build up site and budget responsibility over time. Earning a degree in construction management or engineering accelerates the path, and certifications like OSHA 30 and PMP signal readiness for operations leadership. Moving into an operations manager role typically requires demonstrating that you can run multiple projects or crews simultaneously.
Can you get hired as a construction operations manager with limited experience?
Breaking into an operations manager role with limited experience is difficult because most employers require hands-on project delivery history, but there are realistic entry points. Assistant operations manager, field operations coordinator, and project controls roles are common stepping stones. Highlighting experience with scheduling software, safety compliance, and subcontractor coordination strengthens your case even when your overall experience is narrower than the job description suggests.
What does the construction operations manager interview process look like?
The process typically starts with a phone screen focused on project types and company size you've worked with, followed by a technical interview covering budget management, scheduling methods, and safety protocols. A final round often involves meeting senior leadership or ownership and working through a scenario such as a delayed project or a subcontractor dispute. Some employers ask for a brief written overview of how you would approach your first ninety days.
Where can I find and apply to construction operations manager jobs?
You can find and apply to construction operations manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find the roles that fit your experience, location, and the type of construction you want to work in, and apply directly to each listing.
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