Operations Manager IV

Coastal Management Solutions; Port Hueneme (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental & vision insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Coastal Management Solutions, Inc. (CMS) is seeking an experienced Operations Manager IV to lead strategic planning, financial management, and program execution for Navy-related operations at NSWC Port Hueneme.

The role focuses on budgeting, performance metrics, and resource optimization across major programs. The ideal candidate has 10+ years of operations management experience in government settings, strong analytical skills, and the ability to collaborate with government stakeholders and

Qualifications

• Master's degree and 10+ years in operations management or government programs.
• Proven experience with budgeting, cost analysis, and resource allocation.
• Strong leadership, communication, and cross-functional coordination.
• Knowledge of government contracting environments and compliance.
• Active security clearance or ability to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic planning and oversight for major programs and operations.
• Develop financial tools, reports, and KPIs to support decisions.
• Analyze budgets and variances; identify risks and opportunities.
• Conduct cost-benefit analyses and recommend efficiency improvements.
• Support forecasting, budgeting, and program execution.
• Monitor performance to ensure alignment with budgets and contracts.
• Create policies and procedures ensuring financial accountability.
• Present analyses and recommendations to government stakeholders.
• Collaborate with program leadership to address operational challenges.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Budgeting & cost analysis

Performance metrics

Government contracting

Communication

Stakeholder collaboration

Analytical thinking

Education

Master's degree in a relevant discipline

Tools

Financial management tools

Job description

Coastal Management Solutions, Inc. (CMS) is pursuing a federal contract opportunity supporting the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Port Hueneme Division (NSWC PHD), and is seeking an experienced Operations Manager IV to join our proposed team.

The Operations Manager IV will provide strategic leadership and oversight of operational and financial management activities supporting mission-critical Navy operations. This individual will play a key role in organizational planning, financial analysis, resource management, performance monitoring, and process improvement to ensure operational efficiency and fiscal accountability.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience overseeing complex government programs or large-scale organizational operations, with a strong background in financial management, budgeting, cost analysis, and developing strategies to improve organizational performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic planning, direction, and operational oversight of major programs, initiatives, and organizational functions.
• Develop and maintain financial management tools, analytical reports, and performance metrics to support informed business and operational decisions.
• Analyze budgets, expenditures, and financial variances to identify potential risks, trends, and opportunities for improvement.
• Conduct cost-benefit analyses and develop recommendations to improve operational efficiency and resource utilization.
• Support financial forecasting, resource planning, budget development, and overall program execution.
• Evaluate organizational performance and identify opportunities to improve processes, productivity, and operational effectiveness.
• Develop, implement, and maintain policies and procedures that support financial accountability and compliance with applicable requirements.
• Monitor financial and operational performance to ensure alignment with established objectives, budgets, and contractual requirements.
• Prepare and present financial analyses, performance reports, and recommendations to government stakeholders and company leadership.
• Collaborate with program leadership and government personnel to address operational challenges and support mission objectives.

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant discipline.
• Minimum of 10 years of professional operations management experience.
• Demonstrated experience overseeing complex government programs, operational initiatives, or large-scale organizational functions.
• Strong background in financial management, budgeting, cost-benefit analysis, and resource allocation.
• Experience developing financial management tools, performance metrics, analytical reports, and operational improvement strategies.
• Demonstrated ability to evaluate organizational performance, analyze financial variances, and identify opportunities for operational improvement.
• Knowledge of financial management policies, procedures, compliance requirements, and government contracting environments.
• Excellent leadership, analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with government stakeholders and senior leadership.
• Active security clearance required.

About Coastal Management Solutions

Coastal Management Solutions, Inc. (CMS) is a woman-owned small business with more than 20 years of experience delivering professional, technical, and administrative support services to federal government agencies.

We take pride in providing exceptional service to our customers while fostering a supportive work environment built on employee retention, open communication, responsive leadership, and professional growth.

CMS offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Supportive leadership and professional growth opportunities

This position is contingent upon CMS receiving the contract award and obtaining authorization to proceed from the Government. CMS is currently pursuing this opportunity and conducting recruitment efforts in anticipation of a potential award.

Coastal Management Solutions, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.