Deputy Ops Director

This role supports the Operations Director in running the organization efficiently while driving revenue, market expansion, and new business opportunities.

Responsibilities

Core Operational Leadership Duties

• Lead and manage day-to-day operations across multiple programs, ensuring alignment with the organization’s strategic plan, quarterly objectives, and long-term goals.
• Develop, implement, and monitor operational procedures; ensure compliance with regulatory and contractual requirements; manage audits and corrective actions.
• Develop, implement, and monitor budgets; forecast, analyze variances, and recommend corrective actions to meet fiscal targets.
• Establish program metrics; use data-driven analysis to improve operations and report impact to leadership.
• Build and manage high-performing leadership teams; hire, coach, mentor, and conduct performance reviews; maintain succession plans.

Business Development Responsibilities

• Identify and assess market trends, customer needs, and potential new markets or services.
• Develop and manage relationships with partners, vendors, and potential clients to expand reach and revenue.
• Prepare and present proposals, pitches, and business plans to secure new contracts, grants, or funding.
• Lead or coordinate projects to increase market share or enter new geographic markets. Lead effort to mine task orders on existing contract vehicles.
• Represent the organization to external/internal clients, regulators, and community stakeholders, building trust and credibility.

Requirements

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field; master’s degree preferred along with PE, PG or PMP.
• 15+ years of proven experience in operations management, program leadership, and strategic planning.
• Experience in business development, sales, or marketing.

Skills & Competencies

• Make timely, informed decisions balancing operational needs with growth opportunities.
• Strong leadership and team management skills with experience hiring, coaching, and mentoring PM and PgM; familiarity with project management tools.
• Strategic thinking and the ability to balance operational execution with growth initiatives.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills for internal and external stakeholders.

Pay

$170,000 - $230,000 per year depending on experience and qualifications.

Benefits

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching).
• Educational reimbursement.
• Parental leave.
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• Tax-saving options.
• Disability and life insurance.
• Pet insurance.

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.