Operations & People Leader for a Growing Engineering Firm

Jacobson Consulting Engineers; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation, sick leave, and holid​a

401(k) with company contribution

Paid professional development and/con​

Team events and employee appreciation

Job summary

Jacobson Consulting Engineers is seeking an Office & Business Operations Manager to act as the operational backbone of our growing civil engineering firm. You will oversee office management, HR, payroll, accounting, project data, marketing support, and employee engagement.

You will collaborate with leadership to shape the employee experience, drive strategic initiatives, and support growth. The role emphasizes process improvement, culture, and cross-functional teamwork in a professional services

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in operations, office management, accounting, HR, recruiting, or a related role.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• High attention to detail and discretion with confidential information.
• Experience in professional services firms (engineering, architecture, construction, or consulting) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage client invoicing, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.
• Coordinate payroll and benefits administration.
• Oversee office operations, vendors, and business systems.
• Support financial reporting and project tracking.
• Improve internal processes and operational efficiency.
• Coordinate recruiting, onboarding, and employee transitions.
• Maintain employee records and HR programs.
• Support employee reviews, benefits, and professional development.
• Foster a positive and engaging workplace culture.
• Maintain project data and CRM systems.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Effective communication

Problem-solving skills

Multitasking abilities

Tools

Microsoft 365

QuickBooks Online

BigTime

Adobe Creative Suite

CRM platforms

Job description

Jacobson Consulting Engineers is seeking an Office & Business Operations Manager to act as the operational backbone of our growing civil engineering firm. You will oversee office management, HR, payroll, accounting, project data, marketing support, and employee engagement.

You will collaborate with leadership to shape the employee experience, drive strategic initiatives, and support growth. The role emphasizes process improvement, culture, and cross-functional teamwork in a professional services