Operations Manager A/E/C Industry

Responsibilities

• Manage and direct activities of an engineering consulting office, including profit/loss management, employee supervision, project management, quality control, health and safety oversight, client relations and development, and new business development.
• Oversee general leasehold improvements, project and office equipment, and proper utilization of all personnel.
• Develop and/or review all contracts and proposals prepared by the office; verify technical and financial provisions and ensure manpower budgets are sufficient to complete the contracted work and render a profit.
• Oversee a small office supporting one or more service lines, focusing on management of specific projects and employee utilization.
• Review contracts and proposals prepared by office personnel.
• Monitor job status reports and coordinate projects with staff.
• Participate with corporate marketing to maintain client contacts for future development of new business.
• Follow requirements of the strategic plan; partner with the Director, Regional Operations to grow the office in accordance with the strategic plan.
• Manage risk related to projects; ensure contracts are signed and fully executed prior to commencing work; monitor adherence to corporate risk policies and practices; hold managers accountable for mitigating or eliminating risk.
• Communicate safety initiatives, rules and guidelines for the office or region; hold managers and employees accountable for following safety rules and guidelines.
• Promote continuous quality monitoring and improvement on projects; ensure best practices are followed and hold managers accountable for quality control standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and 8 years’ practice experience, or in lieu of a degree, a minimum of 12 years’ related experience.
• Prior management experience preferred.
• A valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history may be required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification or licensure in field of expertise.