Operations Manager

Clear Channel Outdoor Holdings, Inc.; Arlington, Dallas (TX, TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision plan

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Identity theft protection

Life and disability insurance

Gym memberships

Home & auto insurance

Pet insurance

Legal insurance

Discount programs

Spending and health savings accounts

Job summary

Clear Channel Outdoor Holdings, Inc. in Arlington, TX seeks an Operations Manager to lead construction, maintenance, installations, and material management for outdoor advertising assets.

You will partner with Real Estate, Sales, and Finance to optimize budgets and deliver projects on time and to quality standards. The role requires seven+ years of related experience, a Bachelor's degree (preferred), and strong leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Seven+ years of related work experience.
• Leadership experience building and nurturing a team.
• Strong analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to multi-task and balance priorities.
• Able to partner with internal and external groups.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Manages operations including construction, maintenance, installations, and material management.
• Ensures the department meets customer quality standards and contracts on time.
• Hires, develops, coaches, and creates a high-performance culture.
• Reviews safety practices and regulatory requirements (OSHA, EPA).
• Establishes relationships with contractors and suppliers; negotiates best rates.
• Uses systems and technology tools to track and report operations.
• Works with branch real estate on new builds, relocations, safety upgrades.
• Collaborates with sales/marketing/finance on pricing for extensions.
• Oversees fleet records and maintenance.
• Represents the company at inquiries/inspections; on-call for security.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Decision making

Multi-tasking

Stakeholder management

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Summary

The Operations Manager leads all operations relating to building and construction. This role is responsible for production, as well as servicing and maintaining outdoor advertising structures (including electrical), buildings, and fleet vehicles. The Operations Manager works closely with the Regional Operations Manager to deliver results within budget and on time while maintaining a high-quality work product.

Job Responsibilities

• Manages operations including construction, maintenance, installations, and material management.
• Ensures the department meets expectations of CCO Service Guarantee according to department specifications, meeting customer quality standards, and fulfilling client contracts on time.
• Hires, develops, coaches, and creates a cohesive, high-performance culture with employees by effectively setting and managing performance measures.
• Reviews, maintains, and implements safe work practices and compliance with all applicable OSHA, EPA, and other regulatory requirements.
• Is vigilant in identifying workplace hazards and taking necessary steps to correct.
• Establishes and maintains relationships with independent contractors and suppliers, negotiating best rates for products and services.
• Utilizes all required systems and technology tools on a regular basis to ensure effective tracking and reporting of operational activities.
• Works closely with branch real estate departments relating to new builds, rebuilding, relocation, and safety upgrades of advertising structures.
• Collaborates with sales, marketing, and finance to determine pricing for extensions and other operations-oriented aspects of the advertising campaign.
• Performs administrative activities necessary for effective management of the department; budget administration, planning, organizing, and measuring work performance.
• Oversees records and maintenance of entire fleet of vehicles, cranes, and other equipment.
• Represents the company at inquiries, inspections, etc., as appropriate.
• Acts as the on-call contact for building security system(s) and emergencies.
• Other duties and projects as assigned.

Education and Certifications

Bachelor’s degree preferred, or equivalent combination of education, training, experience, or military experience.

Work Experience

Seven (7) + years of related work experience.

Skills

• Demonstrated leadership experience including experience building and nurturing a team.
• Strong analytical, decision making and problem‑solving skills and able to multi‑task and balance multiple priorities.
• Able to partner successfully with internal and external groups (such as vendors, clients, CCOA sales, and real estate, etc.).
• Proficient in Microsoft software applications (i.e., Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint).

Competencies

• Achievement Orientation: Focusing efforts on achieving high quality results consistent with the organization’s standards.
• Business Perspective: Using an understanding of business issues, processes and outcomes to enhance business performance.
• Inspiring Others: Energizing and inspiring others to strive for excellence and commit to common goals and purposes, creating a sense of self‑efficacy, resilience and persistence in followers.
• Negotiating: Seeking to resolve different perspectives or matters of dispute by discovering shared interests and finding mutually acceptable solutions.
• Planning and Organizing: Reaching goals by making and following plans, setting, and sticking to priorities and allocating resources effectively.
• Team Leadership: Assuming a leadership role in helping others achieve excellent results.

Physical Demands

The demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Employee must have the ability to see written documents and computer screens, and to adjust focus. Conduct site visits in a construction environment.

Other Requirements

• Able to travel outside of the office 25% of the time for client meetings, corporate meetings, and industry events.
• Able to safely climb structures to inspect items such as client postings (as needed).
• Has a valid driver’s license.
• Access to a reliable vehicle.

Location

Arlington, TX: 3700 E Randol Mill Road, 76011

Position Type

Regular

Benefits

• Health, dental and vision plan options
• Spending and health savings accounts
• Employee assistance program
• Critical illness and accident insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) Retirement with company match
• Paid time off
• Additional discount programs and benefits
• Identity theft protection
• Legal insurance
• Pet insurance
• Gym memberships
• Home and auto insurance

Professional Development Opportunities

• Leadership development program
• Peer coaching
• Collaborative career development plans
• Training & development

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Company is an equal opportunity employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status. Our organization participates in E-Verify.

Know Your Rights

Clear Channel Outdoor is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, interview, or otherwise participate in the recruiting process, please direct your inquiries to MyHR at 1-833-831-2089 or email us at [e-mail]. When you call this number to request an accommodation, you must have the information related to the specific position you are interested in (requisition number, job title, location, etc.).

Company Culture

At Clear Channel Outdoor, we're more than a leader in Out-of-Home advertising. We're pioneers shaping the future of how brands connect with people in the real world. As one of the largest and most innovative advertising platforms in the U.S., we're redefining the power of OOH media with cutting-edge creativity, impactful digital billboards, advanced data analytics, and measurement solutions. But what truly sets us apart is our people. Our employees describe Clear Channel Outdoor as a place where collaboration thrives, where teams explore solutions together, and, where the supportive culture created by coworkers fuels motivation and success. We believe in investing in our culture because we know that great business outcomes start with engaged, supported employees. Here, you'll find opportunities to grow your career, make a difference, and do meaningful work that creates a positive impact both inside and outside in the communities we serve. Joining our team means helping to push the boundaries of what's possible in Out-of-Home - and doing it in an environment where people, passion, and purpose come together to drive progress.