Operations Manager in Training - Facility & Property Ops

Macerich Management; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 109,000 - 141,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Best-in-class benefits

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) match

Stock purchase program

Volunteer hours

Employee assistance program

Wellness program

Job summary

Macerich is seeking an Assistant Operations Manager in McLean, VA, to join its Manager-in-Training program. This developmental role partners with the Operations Manager to learn practical oversight, scheduling, budgeting and process improvement as you prepare for a future Operations Manager position.

You will gain hands-on experience across property operations, vendor relations, reporting, and cross-department collaboration while meeting performance expectations and engaging in professional

Qualifications

• 2-4+ years of experience in facility operations, technical trade, commercial construction, property administration, or a related support role.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Strong organizational and communication skills with a willingness to learn and adapt.
• Analytical mindset with basic proficiency in Microsoft Office or similar tools.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical specifications, or similar.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and take initiative in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Support operational planning and execution by assisting the Operations Manager in coordinating schedules, workflows, and priorities.
• Learn and contribute to process improvements by observing current practices, identifying opportunities, and suggesting enhancements under guidance.
• Assist in team coordination by helping to communicate goals, track progress, and ensure alignment across departments.
• Develop reporting skills by preparing and reviewing operational reports, learning how to analyze data, and presenting findings to leadership.
• Participate in vendor and partner relations to gain experience in relationship management and contract administration.
• Support compliance and quality standards by learning policies and procedures, helping monitor adherence, and escalating issues when needed.
• Collaborate on budget and resource management by assisting with tracking expenses and learning how to allocate resources effectively.
• Engage in professional development by actively seeking mentorship, training, and feedback to grow into a future operations leadership role

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Microsoft Office

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Macerich is seeking an Assistant Operations Manager in McLean, VA, to join its Manager-in-Training program. This developmental role partners with the Operations Manager to learn practical oversight, scheduling, budgeting and process improvement as you prepare for a future Operations Manager position.

You will gain hands-on experience across property operations, vendor relations, reporting, and cross-department collaboration while meeting performance expectations and engaging in professional