Operations Manager

KiloNewton LLC; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

KiloNewton LLC is looking for an Operations Manager to enhance office systems and manage projects effectively. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills to coordinate IT and facilities while maintaining a professional office environment.

Position requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Management and 5+ years of relevant experience. Proficiency in office software like Quickbooks and MS Office is crucial. Candidates with experience in renewable energy or solar engineering are highly encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• 5+ years managing and/or maintaining a professional office environment.
• Experience with renewable energy or solar engineering fields desirable.
• Familiarity with solar project development or engineering is a meaningful plus.

Responsibilities

• Using and improving company systems for accounting, project and office management.
• Maintains office efficiency by planning and implementing office systems.
• Keeps management informed by reviewing and analyzing special reports.

Skills

Integrity and enthusiasm

Self-motivated

Proficiency with computers and office software

Organized and process-oriented

Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Management

Tools

Quickbooks

MS Office

Job description

Operations Manager Job Description and Responsibilities

• Using and improving company systems for accounting, projects and office management, including Quickbooks Online, BQE firm management software, and others as needed.
• Organizing and writing office operations and procedures; preparing expense reports; preparing payroll; accounts payable/receivable; controlling correspondence; designing file systems (virtual and physical).
• Defining procedures for retention, protection, retrieval, transfer, and disposal of records/reports.
• Maintains office efficiency by planning and implementing office systems, layouts, and equipment procurement.
• Designs and implements office policies by establishing standards and procedures.
• Coordinates IT, facilities, internet and other related contractor relationships.
• Keeps management informed by reviewing and analyzing special reports; summarizing and identifying trends.
• Maintains staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting, and training employees & contractors.
• Maintains staff job results by maintaining employee review systems, working with managers to ensure compliance and timeliness.
• Assists with Local, State, and Federal business programs and reporting that KiloNewton participates in.
• Achieves financial objectives by preparing budgets; scheduling expenditures; analyzing variances; initiating corrective actions.
• Plan parties, company events and other employee rewards to celebrate accomplishments.
• Other duties as assigned.

Operations Manager Skills and Requirements

• Integrity and enthusiasm.
• Self-motivated and able to operate effectively in a small, fast-moving team.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Management or equivalent.
• Proficiency with computers and office software, including MS Office & Quickbooks.
• 5+ years managing and/or maintaining a professional office environment desired.
• Experience with renewable energy, solar, engineering fields desired.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills; comfortable leading technical conversations with PEs.
• Organized and process-oriented—systems discipline, follow-through, and attention to detail.
• Familiarity with solar project development or engineering is a meaningful plus.