Job Type
Full-time
Description
Position Overview: The Project Operations Manager oversees construction operations, leads and develops project managers, and ensures projects are completed efficiently, consistently, and profitably. Working with the Vice President of Construction/Operations, this role monitors project performance, resolves operational challenges, improves processes, and mentors project managers in leadership, financial management, and project execution
.Key Responsibilities:Project Operations & Leadership- Lead department operations by setting expectations, monitoring performance, addressing concerns, and recommending staffing, training, and process improvements.
- Oversee project performance, including schedules, budgets, labor productivity, quality, scope, and profitability.
- Manage, lead, and hold project managers accountable for project execution, reporting, and compliance with company procedures.
- Monitor project forecasts, job costs, schedules, and progress to identify risks and require corrective action when necessary.
- Communicate significant project risks, financial concerns, and operational challenges to the Vice President of Construction/Operations.
Project Manager Development- Manage, mentor, train, and guide new and existing project managers in company procedures, project planning, financial management, scheduling, and project execution.
- Establish clear expectations for project ownership, customer communication, cost control, forecasting, and documentation.
- Assist project managers with problem-solving, corrective action plans, and complex project challenges.
Processes & Project Coordination- Develop, implement, and maintain standardized project management procedures from estimating handoff through project closeout.
- Ensure project managers follow established workflows, reporting requirements, and company standards.
- Collaborate with estimating, engineering, field operations, purchasing, accounting, and other departments to improve communication and project execution.
- Oversee project startup, scheduling, resource planning, and closeout processes to identify and resolve operational gaps.
- Recommend process improvements, tools, and training that increase efficiency, consistency, accountability, and profitability.
- Preform other related duties as assigned.
Requirements
Education• Bachelor's degree in construction management,
• Bachelor's degree in engineering
• Construction Supervision.
Experience• Minimum of 8 years of experience in related project management, project operations, or a related field.
• Extensive experience in project operations or a comparable leadership role.
• Strong understanding of construction budgets, costing, financial forecasting, estimating, and project profitability.
• Demonstrated leadership, communication, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects, balance competing priorities, and build effective cross-functional relationships.
Preferred Qualifications- Experience in HVAC, plumbing, sheet metal, piping, or other mechanical construction trades.
- Experience with supervising project managers, developing team capabilities, and training new project management personnel.
Salary & BenefitsThis is a salaried, exempt role, paying at an annual gross range between $110K - $150K, depending on experience. Also, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, ancillary programs, such as life and disability, an employer-matched 401K, ongoing training and safety programs.
Salary Description
$110,000- $150,000
