Operations Manager

Fute; Washington, Baltimore (District of Columbia, MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Fute’s Washington DC–Baltimore Area Operations Manager leads day-to-day restoration projects on-site, coordinating schedules, crews, safety, and quality to deliver on time and within budget. This role collaborates with ownership, field supervisors, and clients to resolve issues, review costs, optimize workflows, and contribute to future project planning; concrete restoration experience is preferred.

Strong organizational and leadership skills, plus proficiency in MS Office and project tools, are

Qualifications

• Proven ability to manage multiple projects, schedules, budgets, and resources in a construction/restoration environment.
• Knowledge of concrete restoration, waterproofing, and structural repairs or willingness to learn.
• Strong organizational, planning, and problem-solving skills for field operations.
• Effective communication and collaboration with clients, field teams, and leadership.
• Experience with office software and project management tools for tracking progress.
• Demonstrated leadership, safety advocacy, and continuous improvement mindset.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operational activities for restoration projects on-site.
• Coordinate project schedules, manage crews, and ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.
• Monitor job progress, resolve site issues, and communicate with ownership and clients.
• Review costs, optimize workflows, and support strategic planning for future projects.
• Maintain safety and quality standards in all field operations, with OSHA awareness.
• Collaborate with field supervisors and subcontractors to keep projects running smoothly.

Skills

Project management

Construction coordination

Scheduling

Budget management

Leadership

Communication

Office software

Education

Construction management or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Scheduling tools

Document management systems

Job description

The Operations Manager is a full-time, on-site role based in the Washington DC–Baltimore Area, overseeing day-to-day operational activities for parking garage restoration projects. This role is responsible for coordinating project schedules, managing crew resources, and ensuring work is completed on time, within budget, and in compliance with safety and quality standards. The Operations Manager will monitor job progress, address operational issues, and collaborate closely with ownership, field supervisors, and clients to keep communication clear and projects running smoothly. Additional responsibilities include reviewing job costs, optimizing workflows, supporting process improvements, and contributing to strategic planning for future projects. Experience in concrete restoration is preferred.

Qualifications:

• Operations and project management skills, including experience coordinating multiple construction or restoration projects and managing schedules, budgets, and resources.
• Knowledge of construction practices, particularly concrete restoration, waterproofing, and structural repair methods, or a willingness to learn these specialties.
• Strong organizational, planning, and problem-solving skills to manage day-to-day field operations and resolve site issues efficiently.
• Effective communication and collaboration abilities for working with clients, field teams, subcontractors, and senior leadership.
• Proficiency with basic office and project management software (e.g., Microsoft Office, scheduling tools, and document management systems).
• Demonstrated leadership experience, including guiding field teams, promoting safety, and supporting a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Ability to work on-site, visit project locations regularly in the Washington DC–Baltimore Area, and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Relevant education or training in construction management, engineering, business, or a related field; equivalent experience in operations or construction management is strongly considered.
• Familiarity with safety regulations and best practices in construction environments; OSHA training or similar certifications are a plus.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to travel between project sites as needed.