Operations Manager at Ajulia Executive Search – Laurel, Maryland

• Location: Laurel, Maryland
• Type: Direct Hire
• Job #25953

Are you looking to make a career change to an exciting company? This exciting opportunity as an Operations Manager offers a competitive salary plus an excellent benefits package including medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, paid PTO etc. Does this position match your future career goals? Then this Operations Manager role could be the right fit for you.

Responsibilities:

• Lead, mentor, and develop Project Managers, Assistant Project Managers, and Estimators to drive team performance and growth
• Oversee projects from initial estimation through final completion, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and profit targets
• Prepare and review high-level cost estimates while managing the overall estimating pipeline
• Direct operational budgeting efforts and implement strategies to enhance overall profitability
• Collaborate with the sales team to support business development initiatives and expand market opportunities
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors and vendors to ensure quality and reliability
• Conduct regular one-on-one meetings to review performance, support development, and track key performance indicators (KPIs)
• Champion a customer-focused culture, driving the team to achieve high satisfaction metrics (90%+ NPS)
• Stay informed on industry trends and implement best practices to improve operational effectiveness
• Develop and execute annual business plans aligned with broader organizational objectives
• Provide hands-on support by stepping in to estimate or manage projects when needed to maintain operational capacity

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Construction Management or related discipline
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in commercial painting or commercial construction
• 3-5 years of experience leading mid-sized operations or sales teams
• In-depth knowledge of commercial coatings, estimating processes, subcontractor management, and field operations
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, with strong expertise in Excel
• Experience with Salesforce and project management tools is preferred
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational abilities
• Willingness to travel approximately 25-50% within the assigned region

Benefits:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401K
• Paid Time Off
• Direct Hire

Salary: $90K-$120K annually + annual bonus

Ask for: Deb

Job Id: 25953

Ajulia Executive Search is a New Jersey based Executive Search Firm specializing in retained searches in multiple sectors, including Manufacturing, Finance, IT, Legal, and Pharmaceutical. We have a nationwide client base and offer services in temporary and direct hire placements.

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