Deputy Operations Leader - Safety Practice

LJB Inc.; Miamisburg (OH); On-site; USD 140,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Deputy Operations Leader for their Safety Practice. This pivotal role involves leading project management and quality assurance efforts to ensure operational excellence and client satisfaction. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in civil or architectural engineering, with significant experience in managing engineering and safety-related projects. You will be responsible for coordinating project execution, overseeing quality management processes, and facilitating communication across teams. If you are a proactive leader with a passion for safety and excellence, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in project management for engineering or safety projects.
• CSP certification preferred, with extensive knowledge of OSHA standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead project management team and ensure quality processes are implemented.
• Coordinate project planning and execution while monitoring progress.

Skills

Project Management

Fall Protection

Risk Management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil or architectural engineering

Professional Engineer (PE)

Job description

Deputy Operations Leader - Safety Practice

Founded in 1966, LJB Inc. is a national engineering firm that provides civil and structural engineering, as well as geospatial, safety and environmental services. Our diverse expertise, client base and geographies have enabled LJB to serve clients in all 50 U.S. states and several countries.

LJB safety professionals live and breathe fall protection and continually focus on new and better ways to protect workers. Our clients receive the safest and most cost-effective results because we provide comprehensive solutions that address all aspects: engineering, safety, procedures, and training.

We are looking to fill the role of Deputy Operations Leader for our Safety Practice. The Deputy Operations Leader is responsible for leading the project management and quality team for the Safety Practice to meet operational goals and client needs.

Annual Compensation: $140,000 - 175,000 based upon experience, certifications, and regional market standards.

Deputy Operations Leader Essential Functions

• Lead the project management team within the Safety Practice
  • Coordinate the planning and execution of projects
  • Develop and ensure project management processes are implemented
  • Regularly monitor the progress of projects and tasks through project management reviews and directs/guides project managers to take appropriate corrective action promptly
  • Assign projects to the Project Managers based on criteria such as expertise with the project type, familiarity with the client’s processes, and overall PM capacity
  • Responsible for delivering budgeted effective multiplier of the practice through successful project execution
• Provide overflow capacity for the PMs
  • Work with the business development team to develop proposals
  • Provide project management on a small portfolio of projects
• Oversee the Practice Quality Manager
  • Ensures QA/QC processes evolve with the needs of the practice and are consistently implemented
• Lead a weekly practice-wide resource planning meeting
  • Facilitates communication between business development personnel, project managers, and operational management teams
• Assist the Operations Leader on an ad hoc basis for tasks such as:
  • Contract review and overall risk management
  • Workload forecasting and required staffing levels
  • Representation of the practice at monthly LJB management meetings
  • Ability to travel to other LJB offices and client locations.
  • Other duties as assigned

DEPUTY OPERATIONS LEADER ESSENTIAL CREDENTIALS:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil or architectural engineering or safety field, or equivalent experience is required.
• Professional Engineer (PE), preferred.

Qualifications:

• 7+ years of experience providing project management of engineering and/or safety related projects; fall protection experience preferred.
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP), or Associate Safety Professional with ability to obtain CSP certification within 2 years.
• Extensive knowledge of industry codes and standards such as OSHA required. ANSI Z359 knowledge is preferred.

LJB Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees are valued, respected, and have the opportunity to succeed. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other protected status under applicable law. If you are a self-starting individual who wishes to join an established team that believes in excellence in the workplace, this opportunity is for you.