Job Description

Area Operations Manager

Location: Cedar Rapids, IA

Compensation: $140,000–$185,000 Base + Performance Bonus

About the Opportunity

We’re partnering with a growing industrial construction organization seeking a senior operations leader to oversee regional performance across complex industrial and mission critical data center projects. This role sits at the intersection of operational execution, financial accountability, workforce leadership, and long term growth.

This position is ideal for a hands on leader with proven experience delivering data center and other mission critical infrastructure who understands how to scale teams, manage risk, and execute work in schedule driven, safety sensitive environments. You’ll work closely with regional leadership and cross functional partners to ensure projects are delivered safely, profitably, and to the quality standards required in data center environments.

You’ll Do

• Lead all operational activities for a defined construction area with full P and L responsibility
• Oversee multiple concurrent data center and mission critical industrial projects from mobilization through closeout
• Partner with estimating and preconstruction teams on bid reviews, constructability input, and execution planning for data center builds and expansions
• Manage forecasting, cost control, and margin performance across active mission critical work
• Lead, mentor, and support Project Managers, Superintendents, General Foremen, and field leadership
• Oversee recruiting, deployment, and retention of large craft workforces supporting data center construction
• Set and enforce safety, quality, and environmental standards aligned with data center and mission critical requirements
• Conduct regular field reviews focused on safety, productivity, commissioning readiness, and schedule adherence
• Participate in client meetings including pre bid reviews, contract kickoff meetings, and post project evaluations
• Support regional growth initiatives across data center and industrial markets through operational excellence
• Collaborate with internal teams to identify opportunities for expanded scope and repeat work within mission critical accounts

What We’re Looking For

• 15 or more years of experience in industrial construction operations
• Demonstrated experience delivering data center or mission critical infrastructure projects
• Prior progression through field leadership roles such as Foreman and Superintendent
• Proven success managing multiple large scale projects with tight schedules and uptime requirements
• Experience overseeing workforces of 200 or more craft employees
• Strong financial acumen with experience managing budgets, forecasts, and cost controls
• Familiarity with job costing platforms such as HCSS or similar systems
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools
• OSHA or equivalent safety training
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel locally as required

Why This Role Stands Out

• Senior leadership role supporting data center growth and mission critical expansion
• Direct influence on regional performance and long term market presence
• Opportunity to lead complex, schedule driven projects with high visibility
• Strong operational support paired with executive level backing
• Competitive compensation, bonus potential, and comprehensive benefits package

Workspire Insight

At Workspire, we partner exclusively with organizations that value experienced leadership, operational discipline, and long term investment in mission critical talent. Every role we represent is vetted for impact, advancement potential, and cultural alignment because where and how you work matters.

EEO Statement

Workspire and our client partners are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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