Job Description

Great company. Great people. Great opportunities.

If you’d like the chance to make your mark with the world’s largest equipment rental provider, come build your future with United Rentals!

The Site Operations Manager – Projects for the Matting Region is an integral part of the field team and will be accountable for the overall performance of multiple crews under their jurisdiction, both week-to-week and at the end of the project. They will be evaluated both on the financial performance of their projects as well as customer satisfaction with the work being done. This position will work closely with the Foreman and Regional Directors, also ensuring the Foreman is able to properly staff their jobs with equipment as well as personnel.

What you’ll do:

• Responsible for 2-5 foremen, which includes scheduling, coordinating, and managing their daily construction activities
• Responsible for project profitability; inspect project sites on a weekly/bi-weekly basis and work with Foremen to ensure all projects are running smoothly
• Responsible for ensuring purchases for projects are made within purchase order expectations
• Required to keep all necessary records through the close of the project and turn over to the Regional Director for archiving
• Coordinates with the foremen to determine the most effective labor planning for the project that will help drive labor efficiency to ensure we remain within budget
• Responsible for foreman performance expectations and development
• Reviews Foreman recommendations to ensure compliance with labor laws, responsible for calls to union BAs to inform them proactively of personnel changes
• Accountable for accurate daily entry of data (e.g., individual employee time entry) across responsible projects, proficient with B2W Track
• Consult with client site supervisor and Project Manager on plan revisions and change orders; write up change orders for approval; provide necessary data for accurate billing
• Develop a punch-list for each project and communicate the closeout schedule to the Project Manager; responsible for resource management to achieve customer-required schedules while reducing/eliminating project overruns
• Shooting grades, cuts and fills, laying pipe, trenching OQs / competent person, culverts, bridges
• Ensure that projects are built to requirements and specifications established by construction drawings, building codes, and client expectations; explain quality control standards and supervise their implementation
• Accountable for overall performance of equipment budgets compared to actuals
• Assist Foreman with the ordering, coordination and on-time delivery of materials and supplies
• Notify subcontractors in advance to assure on schedule arrival; communicate company’s quality and performance standards to each subcontractor and supplier
• Responsible for setting up logistics ahead of time in order to meet job schedules
• Responsible for knowing and communicating environmental regulations and requirements to all working crews
• Accountable for JSA quality, discipline and compliance, defines field safety needs with safety department; explain and ensure compliance of safety program to all site personnel
• Accountable for efficient deployment of matting resources across jobs under management; responsible for assisting with mat deliveries according to pre-agreed schedules
• Begins estimating work, under supervision of Regional Director and/or estimating department Work with Regional Directors to identity next generation of leadership
• Communicate with customer on-site supervisors; answer their questions and ensure that construction meets their expectations; conduct pre- closing walk-throughs with client; represent BluRoc in interactions with customer leadership and any public / external interaction
• Keep Project Manager informed of project progress' escalate issues as needed; ensure project submittals are turned-in each week to Project Manager
• Participate in bid reviews per Regional Director guideline

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or comparable degree preferred but not required
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Ability to read and understand environmental maps and P&P drawings
• Experience in civil construction or utility work estimating (electrical transmission & pipeline)
• Strong analytical ability and effective written and verbal communication skills
• Will be required to travel frequently and often to projects which are often in remote locations

This position is deemed Safety Sensitive for purposes of United Rentals’ policies and procedures.

Why join us?

We don’t just “talk the talk!” We’re an award-winning company (recently named a Glassdoor Best Place to Work in 2026) that truly cares about our people - That’s why we offer best-in-class benefits and perks that will support you and your family. In addition to our health and financial plans, we also offer:

• Paid Parental Leave

• United Compassion Fund

• Employee Discount Program

• Career Development & Promotional Opportunities

• Additional Vacation Buy Up Program (US Only)

• Early Wage Access through Payactiv (US Hourly Only)

• Paid Sick Leave

• An inclusive and welcoming culture

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United Rentals, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and makes employment decisions regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or any other status protected by law. If you need a reasonable accommodation at any point of the application process, please email careers@ur.com for assistance.

At United Rentals, we proudly hire active duty members, veterans, reservists, and their families. The values that define your service—leadership, discipline, integrity, and teamwork—are the same values that drive our success. With many veterans already part of our team, we’re ready to help you transition into a rewarding career.

United Rentals consists of a wide variety of roles with different duties and responsibilities. The actual pay rate offered to candidates varies depending upon a wide range of factors including specific position, location, education, training, experience, skills, and ability.