Construction Operations Manager

Socket.dev; Carrollton (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev in Texas seeks a Sprinkler Construction Operations Manager to lead sprinkler installation projects, coordinate material orders, and manage overall project financials.

The role requires 5+ years in the field with fire sprinkler systems and 3+ years in supervision, plus NFPA knowledge and strong leadership. You will mentor teams, ensure safety, and deliver high-quality results for customers.

Qualifications

• Must have knowledge of fire sprinkler piping systems, including fabrication of related piping and joining methods.
• Understand fire protection installation requirements.
• Ability to properly read fire protection blueprints.
• Knowledge of NFPA 13 rules and all necessary codes; Nicet II/III preferred.
• Knowledge of P&L a plus; Excel experience preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of field experience with fire sprinkler system installation.
• Minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee sprinkler installation projects and manage growing team headcounts.
• Oversee ordering of materials and equipment for projects.
• Oversee and manage financials for each project.
• Demonstrate management and leadership abilities including training and mentoring field personnel.
• Interact effectively with customers and ensure satisfaction.
• Set and manage productivity and performance expectations for field personnel.
• Identify work outside scope for change orders and close out projects with proper field documentation.
• Maintain project schedules and track hours for installers; provide status updates.
• Conduct regular job site safety audits and maintain safe working environment; lead toolbox talks.

Skills

Direction following

Documentation

Driver's license

Self-motivated

Communication

Team leadership

Timely completion

Written & spoken comms

PC proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

SPRINKLER CONSTRUCTION OPERATIONS MANAGER

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Oversee sprinkler installation projects and the growing increase of team member headcounts
• Oversee the ordering of materials and equipment for projects
• Oversee and manage financials for each project
• Demonstrate management/leadership abilities including training, coaching and mentoring field personnel
• Effective interaction with customers
• Set and manage productivity and performance expectations for field personnel
• Ensure that work outside scope is identified for change orders
• Provide all appropriate field documentation to close out projects
• Maintain schedule for installer and track hours assigned to projects
• Provide accurate project status updates
• Conduct regular job site safety audits, provide a safe working environment for all employees, maintain weekly tool box talks, and comply with all company safety practices
• Interview and/or evaluate field personnel
• Other duties as assigned

Expectations:

• Believe In, Live, and Support Our Mission Statement, Core Values and Business Plan Daily
• Safety First

1. Start each meeting with a Safety Topic
2. Complete Monthly Jobsite Visits/Observations
3. Hold team accountable for all Safety Initiatives
4. Promote Safe Driving of Company Vehicles and Personal Vehicles (with car allowance) – Self and Team

• Communicate effectively and professionally within the department and with internal and external customers
• Understand and Follow HR and Safety Initiatives and Processes
• Conduct Weekly Meetings with Team – Superintendents, Administration, Sales, Design, etc.

1. Update status on all jobs – materials, equipment rentals, subcontractors, intercompany jobs, etc.
2. Determine jobs to be billed, know projections for the month for Construction/Remodel, ensure daily/weekly billing for Service and Inspections
3. Confirm required payment terms on open jobs

• Timely Review and Sign Off on Reports

1. Active, Inactive, Greater than 50% Profitability
2. Liens and Notices

• Track and Ensure Profitability of Department
• Oversee Change Order Management
• Promote and Track Department Growth – stretch goal of 20%/year (Remodel, Service, and Inspections); department goals to be discussed annually
• Support and Ensure Team Adherence to All Company SOPs – Job Set Up, Contracts, Change Orders, Purchase Orders, Accounting Processes, Subcontractors, etc.
• Ensure jobs are set up in the correct department – i.e. SC, SR, SS, SD, SI, etc.
• Ensure Inventory Control measures are in place for department
• Ensure multiple bids for Material Purchasing optimization
• Manage Subcontractors and review/approve all subcontractor invoices prior to payment
• Review Budget vs. Actual Job Costing Details and review findings with department for improvement opportunities
• Maximize Labor Production and Efficiency while maintaining quality standards
• Overhead Review – semi-annual meetings with leadership
• Maintain Quality Control in all aspects of the department
• Ensure Customer Satisfaction and respond to Customer Satisfaction Survey feedback improvement opportunities
• Reduce Turnover and Increase Retention within department
• Training

1. Input and Development of Training Requirements
2. Commitment to Training at all levels for all team members

• Be an Expert on Every Aspect of Your Business/Department

1. Reports – Sales, Active/Inactive, WIP, Liens and Notices, Unapproved Change Orders, etc.
2. Operations – Labor/Productivity, Materials Purchasing
3. Sales
4. Administration
5. Teamwork – maintain positive interactions within your team, local office, same department in other offices, Accounting, etc.

Knowledge:

• Must have knowledge of fire sprinkler piping systems which includes fabrication of related piping and the various materials and applicable joining methods
• Understand fire protection installation requirements
• Ability to properly read fire protection blueprints
• Minimum education of High School Diploma or equivalent
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• Knowledgeable with NFPA 13 rules and all necessary codes
• Nicet II and III certification preferred
• Knowledge of P&L a plus
• Experience or knowledge of Excel

Work Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of field experience with fire sprinkler system installation
• Minimum of 3 years or supervisory experience required

Skills and Competencies:

• Ability to take direction from senior management
• Accurately complete and maintain all paperwork
• Must have valid state driver’s license and good driving record
• Self-motivated, ambitious, and interactive
• Communicative, detail-oriented, and organized
• Ability to interact and communicate in a professional and positive manner with other trades, customers, project managers, county officials, general contractors, etc.
• Demonstrate positive team work and ability to be a team leader and mentor
• Complete projects in a timely manner while providing the highest standard of quality work and customer satisfaction
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Proficient in the use of personal computer to include Windows operating systems