Operations Manager Construction Contractor

Building Team Solutions•Austin, TX

6d•Onsite

About The Position

This is more than an Operations Manager position. We're looking for an experienced construction operations leader who wants to become second-in-command of a growing commercial fence company. Initially, you'll work directly alongside the Owner, learning every aspect of the business while gradually assuming greater operational responsibility. The long-term objective is to transition many of the Owner's day-to-day responsibilities to you, allowing the company to continue growing while creating a clear succession path for executive leadership. This is an opportunity to help shape the future of an established and growing organization. The right individual will become a trusted advisor, operational leader, and key decision-maker with the potential to advance into the General Manager role over the next 2 years.

Requirements

Proven operational leadership experience
Strong financial and business acumen
Ability to lead managers and field personnel
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
Process improvement mindset
High level of integrity and accountability
Confident decision-maker
Servant leader with an ownership mentality
Long-term commitment to building something meaningful
Experience in commercial construction, specialty contracting, infrastructure, fencing, utilities, mechanical, civil, or related construction industries is strongly preferred.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the construction or construction materials industry
Operations Manager
Director of Operations
Senior Project Manager
General Manager
Construction Operations Leader
Branch Manager
Commercial Construction Executive

Responsibilities

Partner directly with the Owner on strategic and operational initiatives.
Help establish company priorities, goals, and accountability across all departments.
Serve as the Owner's trusted advisor and operational sounding board.
Lead meetings and communicate company objectives throughout the organization.
Oversee daily operations across estimating, project management, field operations, sales, and administration.
Improve communication between office and field teams.
Remove operational bottlenecks and improve efficiency.
Develop scalable systems and standardized operating procedures.
Monitor project profitability and job costing.
Review budgets and financial performance.
Improve operational efficiencies that positively impact margins.
Assist with forecasting and resource planning.
Support Project Managers throughout the project lifecycle.
Monitor schedules, manpower, production, and customer satisfaction.
Assist in resolving high-level client concerns and project challenges.
Ensure projects are completed safely, profitably, and on schedule.
Mentor department leaders and supervisors.
Build a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
Assist in recruiting, hiring, onboarding, and developing future leaders.
Create measurable performance expectations throughout the organization.
Help prepare the company for continued growth.
Improve systems, technology, reporting, and operational processes.
Develop leadership succession within the organization.
Identify opportunities to improve profitability and customer experience.