Regional Operations Manager

Allied Fire Protection•Apollo Beach, FL

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Regional Operations Manager is a dynamic, results-driven leader with a strong entrepreneurial mindset and a proven history of driving financial and operational success in the fire and life safety industry. This individual will play a key role in assessing regional market conditions, evaluating organizational needs, and building a high-performing team. Additionally, they will oversee management development, strategic planning, and the identification and execution of existing and new business opportunities within the region. The Regional Operations Manager is a proven leader in the fire sprinkler construction industry, bringing an energetic drive and strong business acumen. This individual will have a track record of developing and executing effective strategies to drive growth and operational success.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED required
12+ years leading, managing, and developing multiple teams
Familiarity with technical references and codes
Ability to locate, interpret and apply applicable codes and references
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
Ability to effectively utilize computers and software including Microsoft Office Suite, Computer Ease and other software required by the Company
Ability to maintain accurate and auditable records
Ability to prioritize work to balance multiple projects and deadlines

Nice To Haves

Higher education degree or equivalent work experience preferred
Fire sprinkler and fire alarm design experience is preferred
Fire sprinkler and fire alarm field experience is preferred
Fire sprinkler and fire alarm sales experience is preferred

Responsibilities

Setting regional vision and growth strategy for fire sprinkler and alarm to include partnership with sales, training and development, organizational structure, execution of the work, and partnership with all lines of business management (e.g. Construction, Remodel/Interior Projects, Service, Alarms, and others, as appropriate)
Managing, modifying, and overseeing all operations, management, team members, and processes within the region
Preparing and adhering to the operations budget; conducts periodic resource analysis with SVP of Operations
Monitoring and reporting on metrics involving people, training/development, productivity, revenue, and gross margin; effectively reporting out and communicating to the senior leadership team periodically
Oversees audits and work instruction improvement processes to ensure integrity and relevance
Owns safety for team. Ensures safety and risk assessment policy and procedure adherence and that training compliance is maintained by all construction employees
Assisting sales and estimating in developing, augmenting, and updating sales pricing program for the region
Proposing ways to leverage technology and process improvement to increase productivity and profitability; onboarding newer technology as appropriate
Traveling to other offices for team member support and coordination, as required
Performing other duties as assigned by executive management or SVP of Operations
Determine jobs to be billed and ensure daily/weekly billing for team
Confirm required payment terms on open jobs
Ensure timely review and sign off on reports
Track and ensure the profitability of projects/jobs
Oversight of change order management, as appropriate
Promote and track growth with goals discussed annually
Support and ensure team adherence to all company SOPs - job set Up, contracts, change orders, purchase orders, accounting processes, subcontractors, etc.
Ensure inventory control measures are in place for area of responsibility
Ensure multiple bids for material purchasing optimization, where appropriate
Ensure proper management and accountability for the use of subcontractors, to include review/approval all subcontractor invoices prior to payment
Ensure review of budget vs. actual job costing details and review findings with team for improvement opportunities
Maximize labor production and efficiency while maintaining quality standards
Overhead review - conduct semi-annual meetings with leadership
Maintain quality control in all aspects of operations
Ensure customer satisfaction and response to customer satisfaction survey feedback
Reduce turnover and increase retention within area of responsibility
Input and development of training requirements
Commitment to training at all levels for team members
Periodic reviews with team members; effectively communicating performance
Promote teamwork - maintain positive interactions within your team, local office, same department in other offices, accounting, etc.
Be an expert on every aspect of your business