Operations Manager - Special Projects Group

McKinstry Company; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 118,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) with employer match and profit‑

sharing plan

Paid time off and holidays

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Family formation benefits including AD

Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave

Transgender inclusive benefits

Commuter benefits

Pet insurance

Community service time

McKinstry University learning and adv.

Onsite gyms or reimbursement for remot

Job summary

McKinstry is seeking an Operations Manager to lead all aspects of construction projects in Seattle, WA. You will drive customer and employee satisfaction, oversee budgets and forecasting, and collaborate across business units to align with McKinstry capabilities and plans.

The role requires a BA/BS in a relevant field and 15 years of experience, with strong proficiency in Word, Excel, Outlook, Project and SharePoint.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree in relevant discipline or equivalent work experience.
• Fifteen (15) years of associated experience required.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and Project; SharePoint preferred.
• Ability to create pro-formas, budgets, revenue forecasting and manage to stated budgets.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of construction projects to ensure client and employee satisfaction and profitable outcomes.
• Develop budgets, forecast revenue and analyze financial results.
• Oversee day-to-day operations and resolve delivery bottlenecks.
• Recruit, develop and retain employees and align goals with company strategy.
• Collaborate across departments to optimize cross-functional performance.

Skills

Problem solving

Leadership

Communication

Education

BA/BS degree in relevant discipline

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Project

SharePoint

Job description

Build the future, spark innovation and align your career with purpose.

McKinstry is innovating the waste and climate harm out of the built environment and creating lasting impact. Together, we're building a thriving planet.

Buildings are a leading contributor to the climate crisis, generating nearly 40% of total global energy-related carbon emissions. We're making a lasting impact on our industry and within our communities by addressing the climate, affordability and equity crises through:

• renewables and energy services
• engineering and design
• construction and facility services

To get where we're going, we need big thinkers, problem solvers and collaborative mindsets. Does that sound like you?

The Opportunity with McKinstry

We are seeking an Operations Manager to join our SPG Mechanical division in Seattle, WA. In this role, you will lead all aspects of construction projects, providing customer satisfaction, employee satisfaction, and profitable outcomes at an operational level. You will also closely collaborate with business development efforts, field, and other business units to successfully obtain work that aligns with McKinstry capabilities and business plans.

Strategic Business Management

• Support development of Departmental and Corporate level vision, strategy and solutions
• Support management of all aspects of Departmental level business finances, including but not limited to:
  • Develop and manage budgets
  • Forecast revenue, costs and operating income
  • Analyze and deliver accurate and timely financial results and reports
  • Manage accounts payable and receivable
• Support development and management of departmental strategy and tactical business plans
• Evaluate and mitigate risk on behalf of the company
• Ensure the effectiveness of continuous improvement, customer satisfaction and quality assurance processes
• Ensure client satisfaction and the successful service delivery of Special Projects.

Operational Management

• Provide departmental general business leadership for operations.
• Oversee day-to-day operational performance across all active projects; identify systemic risks and resolve delivery bottlenecks.
• Lead resources planning and workforce allocation across the Project Management teams.
• Ensure the effectiveness of operational and service delivery processes, technologies, tools and training.
• Develop and manage departmental level operational plans. Work to support and collaborate with co-leaders on all LOB plans.
• Ensure compliance with company processes and effective utilization of operational tools.
• Develop an operational approach that allows for the accomplishment of strategic goals.

People Management

• Recruit and select employees by defining staffing needs and making hiring decisions.
• Communicate performance expectations and provide performance feedback.
• Recommend professional training and support team members' professional development.
• Manage, develop, and retain employees.
• Regularly communicate, formally and informally, company and department goals, policies, plans and priorities.
• Define and communicate position priorities.
• Act as a steward of McKinstry culture; communicate and influence policies and procedure.

Build Cross-functional Relationships

• Functionally lead the operations of the Special Projects Group as part of broader McKinstry focus throughout the design, build, operate and maintain continuum.
• Collaborate with leadership across the company to connect and optimize the capacity and delivery of special projects.
• Develop and maintain professional relationships with internal partners.
• Participate in cross-functional committees and teams.
• Develop and promote cross-functional operational synergies.

What you Need to Succeed at McKinstry

• Intermediate working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and Projectrequired; working knowledge of SharePoint preferred.
• Intermediate knowledge of financial management programs and software preferred.
• Ability to create pro-formas, budgets, revenue forecasting and manage to stated budgets required.
• BA/BS degree in relevant discipline or equivalent work experience required.
• Fifteen (15) years of associated experience required.

PeopleFirst Benefits

When it comes to the basics, we have you covered:

• Competitive pay
• 401(k) with employer match and profit-sharing plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision with low or zero deductible options and low out of pocket maximums

People come first at McKinstry, and we go beyond the basic benefits with:

• Family formation benefits, including adoption and IVF assistance
• Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave
• Transgender inclusive benefits
• Commuter benefits
• Pet insurance
• "Building Good" paid community service time
• Learning and advancement opportunities via McKinstry University
• McKinstry Moves onsite gyms or reimbursement for remote workers

See benefit plan documents for complete details.

If you're driven by our vision to build a thriving planet together, McKinstry is the place to build your career.

The pay range for this position is $118,170 - $210,100 per year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Base pay information is based on market location. A bonus may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered.

The McKinstry group of companies are equal opportunity employers. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, race, color, creed, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to employment, advancement, assignment, and training. This commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity is made equally as a social responsibility and as an economic and business necessity.

McKinstry is a drug-free workplace. Employment iscontingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug and alcohol test, complying with the requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act and a Confidentiality Agreement, in addition to successful outcomes of background and reference checks.

Applicants for this role will only be considered if they possess current US Work Authorization, and do not require employer-sponsored VISA support to begin or remain in this role.

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