About Bragg Companies
Founded in 1946 with just one crane, Bragg Companies has grown into one of the largest integrated service companies in the construction industry and that growth is continuing today. With decades of expertise in crane service, rigging and heavy haul, Bragg Companies consistently proves itself a leader across industries. As Bragg has grown to encompass branch locations across the country and perform countless notable construction projects, People remain our greatest asset. Led by values of safety, integrity, quality and superior service, Bragg’s team continues to work towards excellence every day in all areas of our business. It’s an exciting time to join the Bragg team as we map out our future and pursue new, big goals for coming years. Currently, we are hiring an Operations Manager for our Bragg Heavy Transport business stream based in our Long Beach location.
Operations Manager - Bragg Heavy Transport
We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Operations Manager who is a hardworking leader capable of guiding the team and developing systems to enhance business and transportation performance.
Job Overview:
The Operations Manager is responsible for the daily operations at Bragg Heavy Transport, which includes:
- Managing the dispatching of drivers and subhaulers.
- Scheduling operations and supervising personnel.
- Overseeing equipment selection and compliance (Port Registry, DOT, etc.).
- Assisting in sales, job walks, project planning, and execution.
- Handling customer-related functions and union communication.
- Assisting in the hiring of drivers.
What We Are Looking For in Our Operations Manager:
- A college degree holder with at least five to seven years of transportation management experience OR three to five years of experience managing people in the transportation industry.
- A motivated self-starter, comfortable working in a challenging environment.
- A proven leader with demonstrated integrity and ethical standards.
- A team player, with the ability to work productively with both internal peers/employees and external customers.
- At least five years of experience in oversize/overweight/superload transportation.
- Experience in a union workforce environment.
- Experience in leading a team and coaching employees.
- Knowledgeable in FMCSA, DOT, OSHA, and other related regulations.
- Strong commitment to safety and fully committed to maintaining a safe working environment.
- Ability to effectively manage labor and equipment in the daily operation to comply with company goals in areas such as DOT, SOP, personal injury, equipment and property loss, safety audits, equipment maintenance, safety, and post-job reviews.
Additional Qualifications:
- Proven history of profit and loss management to maximize financial performance.
- Strong aptitude in transportation scheduling and managing company and subcontract employees.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to handle multiple tasks and priorities.
- High level of accountability, time management, and willingness to learn all aspects of the business.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel, along with the ability to learn company-specific operating platforms.
- Experience in developing expectations with crews to ensure compliance and a high level of customer service.
Environmental Conditions:
- Works in a climate-controlled office.
- May work outdoors on uneven surfaces.
- May be required to sit and stand for long periods.
- Occasionally required to stoop, bend, and crouch.
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a phone and computer.
- Must be able to lift up to fifteen (15) pounds.
Benefits:
- Health, Dental, and Vision
- 401(k)
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Holidays
Salary Range: $135,000.00 to $155,000.00
EEOC STATEMENT:
Bragg Investment Companies provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or marital status. Bragg complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
