Fire & Security Solutions Operations Manager

About the role

This role supports our Cypress, CA branch location, which serves customers throughout the greater Los Angeles, CA area. Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. We're improving how we live, work, and move today and for the next generation. We know that the only way a business thrives is if our people are thriving. That’s why we always put our people first. Our global, diverse team would be happy to support you and challenge you to grow in new ways. Who knows where our shared journey will take you?

Responsibilities

• Drive end-to-end operational performance across the assigned area, ensuring adherence to Siemens SI B standards, defined sales processes, and execution methodologies
• Meet and/or exceed quarterly and annual budget commitments, including revenue, gross margin, and operating margin targets
• Plan, direct, and oversee operational activities to support sustainable growth and consistent project execution excellence
• Monitor project performance to control job costs, manage risk, and ensure delivery within agreed scope, schedule, and cost parameters
• Partner closely with central Operations teams (PMO, Operations Excellence, and LPO) to leverage standard tools, resources, and best practices
• Provide operational and technical support to Sales teams, including pricing guidance, scope definition, and execution strategy for competitive bids
• Lead workforce planning by hiring, developing, allocating, and performance-managing resources to support current and future business needs
• Maintain close alignment with Area General Management on market strategy, execution priorities, and growth initiatives

Requirements

• Basic Qualifications: 10+ years of experience leading operations in a project-based, solutions, or engineering environment
• Financial acumen, including responsibility for revenue, margin, cost control, and cash flow performance
• Experience partnering effectively with Sales, Project Management, and operations organizations
• High School diploma or state-recognized GED
• Must be 21 years of age and possess a valid driver's license with limited violations; must meet eligibility requirements to participate in Siemens’ fleet vehicle program

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field
• Technical and operational expertise relevant to solutions-based delivery environments
• People leadership capability, including talent development and workforce planning
• Customer-focused mindset with strong relationship management and issue-resolution skills

Skills

• Strong leadership and project management skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Benefits

The pay range for this position is $112,669 - $193,147 annually with a target incentive of 10% of the base salary. The actual wage offered may be lower or higher depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications, and premium geographic location.

Details regarding our benefits can be found here: https://www.benefitsquickstart.com/siemens/index.html