Operations/Project Manager

WNA Engineering, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Medical coverage

401(k) with Roth options

Flexible schedules

Paid time off

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

WNA Engineering in Portersville, PA, seeks an experienced Operations & Project Manager to optimize project delivery across HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems on construction sites. You will drive planning, budgeting, scheduling, and cross-functional collaboration with project engineers and executives to align with client goals and company standards.

The role requires 10+ years in operations and leadership, strong communication, and proven ability to mentor teams while improving processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Management, Engineering, Construction Management or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive operations, project management and leadership experience.
• Experience mentoring teams and delivering high-performance results.
• Read and interpret construction documents; manage client relationships.
• Proficient with PM software and Microsoft 365; strong reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Support daily operations and teams to achieve objectives.
• Manage and monitor budgets, schedules, and resources across projects.
• Lead cross-functional collaboration and site visits as needed.
• Define scopes, review proposals, and manage changes.
• Mentor project engineers and drive process improvements.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Analytical

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft 365

PM software

Business reporting tools

Job description

WNA Engineering is a multi-faceted engineering design firm that supports the building construction industry where we hold pride with our motto:

Partnerships by Design

As we continue to grow,we stay true to the roots of our company culture, creating and thriving in a relaxed, collaborative environment where the team works together to deliver what matters most to our clients, turning their project needs into sustainable, energy efficient design solutions.

Your Impact

WNA is seeking an experienced Operations & Project Manager to support organizational performance through operational analytics, project management, resource planning, and continuous process improvement for construction projects across the markets we serve. This role ensures the planning, coordinating, and execution of projects align with company objectives, client expectations, and company standards. The Operations & Project Manager will have solid communication, collaboration, and leadership qualities and experience working on construction sites and/or hands-on experience and familiarity with HVAC, electrical and plumbing building systems. This role will work alongside executives and project engineers and play a key role is advancing our mission and vision. This opportunity is available at our Portersville office.

Role Priorities

• Support daily business operations and teams to achieve organizational objectives
• Manage and utilize key business metrics and operational indicators to support continuous improvement
• Maintain strong communication, manage expectations and ensure deliverables align with client goals
• Assist with implementation of new systems, technologies, and business initiatives
• Maintain, create and curate relationships with clients and internal and external teams
• Collaborate and coordinate across all disciplines daily and conduct site visits as needed
• Manage projects, monitor budget costs, invoicing, and manage time placed on phases and change orders
• Reviews proposals, define scopes clearly and manage changes
• Support Project Engineers to ensure drawings and submittals meet WNA, industry and client standards
• Manage project coordination, meetings, schedules, and deadlines
• Communicates weekly with all project stakeholders and coordinate withall internal resources.
• Support team development initiatives by providing mentorship and professional development guidance

What You Need

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Management, Engineering, Construction Management or related field
• 10+ years of progressive experience in operations, project management, and leadership roles, including direct supervision of employees and responsibility for performance and professional development
• Demonstrated success leading, developing, and mentoring teams while fostering collaboration and a high performance culture
• Proven ability to oversee multiple projects, budgets, schedules, and resources to ensure successful project delivery
• Experience driving operational excellence through process improvement, efficiency initiatives, and performance measurement
• Strong business and operational acumen, including experience managing client relationships, supporting organizational growth, and overseeing day-to-day business operations
• Working knowledge of building systems and ability to read and interpret construction documents
• Experience coordinating with clients, contractors, vendors, and cross-functional teams
• Advanced proficiency using Microsoft 365, PM software, and business reporting tools
• Excellent communication, leadership, analytical, and problem solving skills
• Professional certifications or formal management training such as PMP, Lean Six Sigma, or similar
• Construction site experience and working knowledge of MEP/FP systems
• Physical requirements: climb stairs, using/carrying ladders, and a valid drivers license

Why WNA

Our firm continues to thrive in an ever-competitive industry where reputation matters. Progress your career with a company that inspires and empowers you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed, today and into tomorrow.

What We Offer

WNA offers a market-competitive compensation and total benefits package that includes bonuses, medical coverage, retirement with Roth options, employer contributions, and schedules with family and flexibility in mind. Salaries are based on experience, qualifications and skills.

Financial and Professional Development

• Performance and Profit-sharing Bonuses
• Secure 401(k) with Employer Matching and Roth Options
• Project Expense and Travel (meals, mileage, etc.) Reimbursement
• Professional Memberships, Certifications and Licensures Reimbursement
• Collaborative mentorship culture with multi-level experienced engineers
• Internal, External Training, Cross-training & Lunch and Learns

Health and Personal Well-being

• Monthly Company Lunches and Annual Team Events
• Flexible Schedules and Generous Paid and Holiday Time Off
• Healthcare, Dental, Vision and Life Plans with HSA Options
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit

WNA's Core Values lend to its commitment to forever be a strong proponent of equal-opportunity employment.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Your Right to Work - In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. We are currently unable to support sponsorships.