Chief Operating Officer (COO)

VetRamp; Belton (MO); On-site; USD 160,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

VetRamp, a fast-growing security integration firm, seeks an experienced Chief Operating Officer to shape its next chapter. Based in Belton, TX, this role is highly visible and hands-on, blending strategic oversight with day-to-day execution in a company poised for rapid growth through acquisitions.

The successful candidate will drive operations, build and scale cross-functional teams, lead during mergers and post-integration activities, and implement systems that sustain quality while expanding

Qualifications

• 7–10+ years in operational leadership, including 3+ years in the security integration industry.
• Experience with mergers or acquisitions (pre- or post-integration).
• Proven record of scaling operations in a fast-paced, field-service or construction-related environment.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills, with the ability to instill accountability and performance.
• Must be able to work full-time onsite in Belton, TX.

Responsibilities

• Oversee scheduling, backlog, resourcing, and KPIs — ensuring projects are delivered efficiently and profitably.
• Lead, mentor, and scale cross-functional teams across project management, installation, and service.
• Provide operational leadership during mergers and acquisitions, from due diligence to integration.
• Implement systems, SOPs, and processes that support rapid growth without compromising quality.
• Collaborate closely with the CEO and executive team to align operations with long-term strategy.

Skills

Leadership

Operational leadership

Mergers & acquisitions experience

Scaling operations

Cross-functional leadership

Tools

ERP software

Project management software

SOP implementation

Job description

Our client is a fast-growing security integration firm based in Belton, TX. They’re not just expanding — they’re on a trajectory to acquire and integrate multiple companies over the next several years, solidifying their leadership in access control, video surveillance, and structured cabling.

This is a opportunity for an experienced operator to step in as Chief Operating Officer (COO) and play a critical role in shaping the company’s next chapter. The position is highly visible, hands-on, and built for someone who thrives in scaling environments and enjoys blending strategic oversight with day-to-day execution.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Driving Operations: Oversee scheduling, backlog, resourcing, and KPIs — ensuring projects are delivered efficiently and profitably.
• Building Teams: Lead, mentor, and scale cross-functional teams across project management, installation, and service.
• Leading Growth: Provide operational leadership during mergers and acquisitions, from due diligence to integration.
• Scaling Smart: Implement systems, SOPs, and processes that support rapid growth without compromising quality.
• Partnering with Leadership: Collaborate closely with the CEO and executive team to align operations with long-term strategy.

What They’re Looking For

• 7–10+ years in operational leadership, including 3+ years in the security integration industry.
• Experience with mergers or acquisitions (pre- or post-integration).
• Proven record of scaling operations in a fast-paced, field-service or construction-related environment.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills, with the ability to instill accountability and performance.
• Must be able to work full-time onsite in Belton, TX.

Preferred Experience:

• Managing teams of 30+ in technical field service or construction.
• Familiarity with ERP/project management software and SOP implementation.

Why This Role Matters

This COO position isn’t about maintaining status quo — it’s about building, scaling, and transforming a company poised to dominate the security integration space. For the right candidate, it’s a chance to make a measurable impact, lead through growth, and be central to a long-term success story.