Operations Manager

Blue Signal Search; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Signal Search seeks an Operations Manager to translate executive priorities into measurable results, partnering with the CEO and leadership to streamline priorities, drive accountability, and improve efficiency across the organization.

In a dynamic, project-driven environment, you will manage cross-functional initiatives, refine workflows and reporting, and provide strategic guidance on budgets, vendor proposals, and performance metrics.

Qualifications

• Must partner with CEO or senior leader to advance operational priorities.
• Ability to own complex initiatives with minimal oversight.
• Strong project management across multiple simultaneous initiatives.
• Excellent analytical judgment and problem-solving for operational gaps.
• Practical knowledge of budgets, metrics, and financial reporting.
• Strong communication with leadership and stakeholders.
• Proficiency with Office/Workspace, spreadsheets, PDFs, and cloud platforms.
• 8+ years in operations or executive support, preferably in construction/real estate.

Responsibilities

• Partner with executive leadership to organize priorities and translate commitments into deliverables.
• Lead end-to-end initiatives from direction to execution, addressing obstacles and accountability.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to improve communication and progress.
• Identify and implement efficiency improvements and consistent workflows.
• Review budgets, vendor proposals, and financial reports to inform decisions.
• Enhance internal workflows, documentation, and reporting for visibility.
• Prepare executive updates and manage sensitive business matters with discretion.

Skills

Partner with CEO

Independent execution

Organizational & project mgmt

Analytical judgment

Business & financial knowledge

Written & verbal communication

MS Office / Google Workspace

Construction/real estate experience

Job description

Our client, an established organization in the residential construction and development industry, is seeking a resourceful Operations Manager to help turn ambitious business priorities into measurable results. This is a unique opportunity to work directly with executive leadership, influence how the business operates, and play an important role in improving efficiency, accountability, and organizational performance. The ideal candidate thrives on variety, enjoys solving complex challenges, and takes pride in getting things done without needing a detailed playbook.

This Role Offers:

• Direct collaboration with executive leadership and the opportunity to influence meaningful business outcomes.
• Broad exposure to business operations, financial analysis, project coordination, and organizational improvement.
• A dynamic environment where independent thinking, initiative, and practical problem-solving are valued.
• The opportunity to strengthen operating processes and support the continued development of a growing business.

Focus:

• Partner closely with executive leadership to organize priorities, coordinate important assignments, and ensure commitments translate into completed deliverables.
• Independently manage business initiatives from initial direction through execution, addressing obstacles and maintaining accountability along the way.
• Coordinate activities across operational, financial, administrative, and project-focused teams to improve communication and keep work progressing.
• Evaluate operational challenges, develop practical recommendations, and implement improvements that increase efficiency and consistency.
• Review project information, financial data, vendor proposals, and business reports to support informed decisions and resource planning.
• Improve internal workflows, documentation, reporting practices, and business systems to create greater visibility and operational discipline.
• Prepare executive updates, facilitate stakeholder communication, and manage sensitive business matters with professionalism and discretion.

Skill Set:

• Demonstrated experience working directly with a CEO, business owner, or senior executive as a trusted partner responsible for advancing operational priorities.
• Proven ability to independently execute complex assignments, establish action plans, coordinate resources, and deliver results with limited oversight.
• Strong organizational and project management capabilities, including managing simultaneous initiatives, shifting priorities, and time-sensitive deliverables.
• Excellent analytical judgment and problem-solving skills, with experience identifying operational gaps and implementing effective solutions.
• Practical business and financial knowledge, including experience reviewing budgets, project metrics, vendor pricing, and financial reports.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, sound professional judgment, and the discretion to interact confidently with senior leaders and external stakeholders.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office or Google Workspace, spreadsheets, PDF applications, and cloud-based business platforms.
• Eight or more years of progressive experience in operations, business management, or executive-level operational support is strongly preferred, particularly within construction, real estate development, or another project-driven industry.