Operations Manager / Production Manager

AvaHR; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision insurance

Paid PTO

Paid Holidays

401k

Job summary

Industrial Design seeks an experienced Operations Manager / Production Manager to lead daily operations for a dynamic A&E firm. You will oversee staffing, coordinate across disciplines, and drive on-time project delivery from design through construction administration.

The role requires managing complex schedules, balancing workloads, and improving processes to boost efficiency. Local candidates in the metro Phoenix area preferred, with emphasis on semiconductor/industrial project experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in A&E or related industry.
• Experience coordinating across multiple disciplines on complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations and production activities across all active projects.
• Coordinate with Project Managers and discipline leads to assign staff based on project needs and deadlines.
• Monitor workload and balance staffing to ensure efficient resource utilization.
• Track project schedules and ensure timely delivery of all phases, from design through construction administration.
• Identify and address workflow bottlenecks, resource gaps, and scheduling conflicts.
• Maintain visibility into all active projects, priorities, and key milestones.
• Support Project Managers in managing competing deadlines and project priorities.
• Ensure consistency and quality across project deliverables by supporting QA/QC processes.
• Facilitate coordination between in-house disciplines (mechanical, electrical, structural, etc.).
• Oversee staffing and responsiveness for Construction Administration (RFIs, submittals, field coordination).
• Assist with forecasting staffing needs based on project pipeline and anticipated workload.
• Implement and improve operational processes to increase efficiency and productivity.
• Provide leadership with regular updates on project performance, staffing, and workload.

Skills

Staffing coordination

Project scheduling

Cross-discipline coordination

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or related field

7+ years of experience in A&E or related industry

Experience coordinating across multiple disciplines on complex projects

Job description

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Operations Manager / Production Manager to support our growing multi-discipline Architectural & Engineering (A&E) firm. This role is responsible for overseeing daily operations, managing production workflow, and ensuring projects are properly staffed and delivered on schedule. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment and has experience coordinating across multiple disciplines on complex projects, particularly within the semiconductor or industrial sectors.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations and production activities across all active projects


• Coordinate with Project Managers and discipline leads to assign staff based on project needs and deadlines


• Monitor workload and balance staffing to ensure efficient resource utilization


• Track project schedules and ensure timely delivery of all phases, from design through construction administration


• Identify and address workflow bottlenecks, resource gaps, and scheduling conflicts


• Maintain visibility into all active projects, priorities, and key milestones


• Support Project Managers in managing competing deadlines and project priorities


• Ensure consistency and quality across project deliverables by supporting QA/QC processes


• Facilitate coordination between in-house disciplines (mechanical, electrical, structural, etc.)


• Oversee staffing and responsiveness for Construction Administration (RFIs, submittals, field coordination)


• Assist with forecasting staffing needs based on project pipeline and anticipated workload


• Implement and improve operational processes to increase efficiency and productivity


• Provide leadership with regular updates on project performance, staffing, and workload

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or related field


• 7+ years of experience in an A&E or related industry


• Strong understanding of multi-discipline project workflows


• Experience managing project schedules, staffing, and production environments


• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in semiconductor, industrial, or cleanroom projects


• Prior experience in an Operations Manager, Production Manager, or Senior Project Manager role


• Familiarity with Construction Administration processes (RFIs, submittals, field coordination)


• Experience working within integrated, in-house multi-discipline teams

Key Skills

• Strong organizational and planning skills


• Excellent communication and leadership abilities


• Ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines


• Problem-solving and decision-making skills


• High attention to detail with a focus on quality and efficiency

Industrial Design offers competitive pay and full benefits including Health/Dental/Vision insurance (single and family), PTO, Paid Holidays and 401k.

Affirmative Action/EEO statement – Industrial Design recruits, hires, employs, trains, promotes, and compensates individuals based on job-related qualifications and abilities. Industrial Design is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by law.

Applicants please note: This position requires US work authorization, and we are not looking for out of country/outsourced support or remote workers of any kind. This opening is for local candidates residing in the metro phoenix area or those willing to self-relocate to this area only. All positions listed are full time in office roles with no opportunity for hybrid or work from home accommodations. If you are looking to work remote, please do not apply.