Chief Operating Officer (COO)

DCCM INFRASTRUCTURE INC•Lakeland, FL

11h

About The Position

The Chief Operating Officer (COO) is a senior executive and key member of the leadership team responsible for translating company strategy into operational execution while driving profitability, efficiency, and scalable growth. The COO provides enterprise-level leadership across operations, finance, people, and delivery functions, ensuring the organization is strategically aligned, operationally disciplined, and positioned for long-term success. This role requires a strategic, hands-on leader with strong financial acumen, organizational leadership capability, and experience operating within a mid-size, project-based engineering firm.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required; Engineering, Business, Finance, or related field preferred
10+ years of senior leadership experience in engineering, construction, or professional services
Proven success in managing P&L and leading operational and strategic initiatives
Strong understanding of project-based business models and utilization-driven revenue
Experience scaling organizations, implementing change, and building executive-level teams
Strategic planning and execution
Financial and operational leadership
Enterprise-level problem solving
Organizational design and change management
People leadership and executive presence

Responsibilities

Partner with the COO to develop, refine, and execute the firm’s overall business strategy and long-range operational plans
Translate strategic objectives into actionable operational initiatives, measurable goals, and clear accountability
Lead cross-functional strategic initiatives focused on growth, profitability, operational excellence, and scalability
Evaluate market conditions, organizational capabilities, and competitive positioning to inform strategic decision-making
Drive change management efforts to support new strategies, systems, structures, and ways of working
Monitor and report on enterprise-level performance metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs)
Act as a strategic advisor to the COO and leadership team on organizational priorities, risks, and opportunities
Own and manage company-wide and departmental P&L, ensuring financial targets and margin goals are achieved
Partner with the COO and finance team on budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and long-term financial planning
Analyze financial and operational data to identify trends, improvement opportunities, and risks
Implement cost-control, margin-improvement, and efficiency initiatives aligned with strategic objectives
Oversee daily operations across engineering, project management, operations, and administrative functions
Design and implement scalable systems, processes, and governance structures to support company growth
Ensure effective workforce planning, resource allocation, and utilization across all projects
Continuously assess organizational structure and recommend improvements to support strategic priorities
Lead, mentor, and develop department heads, project managers, and operational leaders
Foster a high-performance culture emphasizing accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
Support talent acquisition, onboarding, performance management, and leadership development
Ensure alignment between individual, departmental, and company-wide goals
Partner with the COO and business development leaders to support growth strategy, market expansion, and key pursuits
Provide operational, financial, and risk input for proposals, pricing, and contract negotiations
Ensure operational readiness for new clients, contracts, and expanded service offerings
Identify process and structural improvements to support higher win rates and profitable delivery
Ensure compliance with Florida regulations, professional licensing requirements, and company policies
Oversee risk management, contract compliance, insurance coordination, and internal controls
Support quality assurance programs and continuous improvement initiatives
Promote a culture of safety, ethical conduct, and operational discipline
Oversee internal systems supporting finance, operations, project management, and HR
Drive system integration, automation, and data visibility to support informed decision-making
Evaluate and manage key vendors, consultants, and external partners
Champion innovation and efficiency initiatives that improve scalability and performance