Job Branch Manager

Job Description

Our growing brand is looking for an experienced and talented Branch Manager to oversee the daily operations of our diverse vegetation management divisions, including Railroad, DOT, and IVM. DeAngelo Contracting Services (DCS) seeks a motivated, dedicated, and responsive individual with expertise in sales, project management, customer relationship development, job costing, budget management, and employee training. The ideal candidate will also have a strong background in asset utilization management.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage contracts, including purchasing, chemical and supply needs, and inventory.
• Collaborate with the garage manager to ensure all trucks and equipment are in good order and meet contract specifications.
• Schedule jobs with customers, track deadlines, and ensure all team members are properly licensed.
• Review contract production, ensuring specifications and goals are met while controlling costs.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations specific to each job.
• Handle documentation, record-keeping, approvals, and P&L statements.
• Summarize contract management activities and report to the General Manager.
• Hire, train, and develop team members, offering career growth opportunities through reviews and skills training.
• Develop a new sales pipeline and follow up on existing customers and bids.
• Travel is required, and managers are expected to be in the field throughout the season.
• Report all sales activities to the General Manager.

TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE (VEGETATION MANAGEMENT):

• Familiarity with railroad property is a plus.
• Knowledge of grass, weed, brush, and tree types.
• Familiarity with herbicides and their uses.
• Expertise in various spraying methods and equipment.
• Experience in equipment calibration.
• Understanding pumps, spray heads, guns, nozzles, booms, etc.
• Proficiency in mechanical vegetation management methods.
• Safe use and maintenance of small tools (weed eaters, chainsaws) and large equipment (mowers, brush cutters).
• Experience in trash, debris, and encampment clean-up.
• Commitment to safety and security of crews.