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About the Company
Our client is a leading construction organization known for delivering complex projects with a strong emphasis on operational excellence, financial discipline, and people development. With a collaborative culture and structured project execution approach, the company consistently delivers high-quality outcomes while developing top-tier talent.
Their integrated model positions them as a trusted partner across multiple markets.
About the Position
The company is seeking a results-driven Operations Manager / Operations Lead (OM/OL) to oversee the full Project Execution Process (PEP) and drive successful project delivery across multiple teams and projects.
This role is critical in ensuring projects meet or exceed financial, operational, and customer satisfaction goals while building high-performing teams and maintaining strong alignment across resources, processes, and stakeholders.
The ideal candidate is a strong leader who can influence teams, enforce execution discipline, and proactively solve problems in a fast-paced construction environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Operational & Financial Leadership
- Drive project execution to achieve or exceed financial and operational targets
- Monitor project performance and proactively address risks and challenges
- Oversee financial metrics including cash flow, projections, and cost control
Project Execution & Process Management
- Ensure adherence to the Project Execution Process (PEP) across all projects
- Lead regular project reviews covering safety, quality, schedule, financials, and client satisfaction
- Reinforce consistency, accountability, and continuous improvement
Preconstruction & Planning Support
- Provide input on targeted work based on team capabilities and capacity
- Validate estimates, scopes, schedules, and logistics during preconstruction
- Support project pursuit efforts, including client presentations
Project Planning & Oversight
- Ensure project teams are fully prepared with clear plans and defined objectives
- Validate schedules, budgets, and risk mitigation strategies
- Lead planning sessions to address high-risk items and execution strategies
Customer Relationship Management
- Build and maintain strong client relationships throughout the project lifecycle
- Ensure customer expectations are met and exceeded
- Support long-term business development through client satisfaction
Talent Development & Team Leadership
- Build and lead high-performing project teams
- Develop and execute talent plans, including mentoring and coaching
- Oversee onboarding and integration of new team members
- Drive accountability and professional growth across teams
Resource Management
- Align manpower and resources to meet project demands
- Ensure effective utilization of personnel and materials across projects
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field (preferred)
- 10+ years of progressive construction experience, including leadership roles
- Proven experience overseeing multiple projects and teams
- Strong leadership and team development skills
- Deep understanding of construction operations and project execution
- Proven ability to manage financial performance, forecasting, and cost control
- Experience working within structured project execution frameworks (PEP or similar)
- Background in commercial or large-scale construction projects
- Experience collaborating with preconstruction, operations, and executive teams
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package (base + performance bonus)
- Opportunity to lead multiple high-impact projects and teams
- Strong career growth and leadership development opportunities
- Collaborative, process-driven work environment
- High visibility with senior leadership and influence on business outcomes
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