Studio Operations Lead – Design Firm

DTJ DESIGN, Inc.; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

401(k) matching

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Disability insurance

3 weeks PTO

Sick leave

Paid holidays

Professional development

Licensing support

Community involvement

Job summary

DTJ DESIGN is seeking an Operations Manager to lead day-to-day operations of the firm and support administrative staff across remote offices. This high-visibility role partners with Partners and the President/CEO to optimize contracts administration and facilities management.

You will oversee lease and space planning, manage purchasing, track vendor performance, and improve processes. The ideal candidate has a business background, strong leadership, and excellent communication, with proficiency

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in business management or related field (preferred).
• Technically savvy with best practices in a corporate environment.
• Ability to interface with all staff levels.
• Excellent managerial and supervisory skills.
• Extensive knowledge of operations and business management.
• Ability to interpret financial data to set production or efficiency goals.
• Excellent organizational and written/verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
• Strong commitment to the company’s mission and values.

Responsibilities

• Manages the Contracts Administration process including reviews, edits, and formatting contracts. Recommends edits to protect DTJ Design’s interests.
• Oversees Harbor compliance process for Company Business Licenses and Individual Professional Licenses.
• Manages facilities for offices including Lease Management and Capital project planning.
• Liaison with Building Property Management team; Commercial Realtors as needed.
• Manages purchasing activities including supplies and other facility needs.
• Discover and evaluate opportunities to create initiatives aligned with the company’s goals.
• Coordinate diverse teams to foster exchange of ideas and cross-team learning.
• Identify problems and provide solutions to maximize efficiency and revenue.
• Develop, implement, enforce, and evaluate policies and procedures; oversee large equipment contracts and maintenance.
• Analyze and improve organizational processes, space requirements, and equipment layout.
• Serve as liaison with utilities and local government agencies; manage relationships with key vendors.
• Track vendor pricing, rebates, and service levels.
• Collaborate with HR and leadership to implement policies and systems.

Skills

Ops leadership

Contracts admin

Vendor management

Facilities management

Financial analysis

Organizational skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Management or related field

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

DTJ DESIGN is seeking an Operations Manager to lead day-to-day operations of the firm and support administrative staff across remote offices. This high-visibility role partners with Partners and the President/CEO to optimize contracts administration and facilities management.

You will oversee lease and space planning, manage purchasing, track vendor performance, and improve processes. The ideal candidate has a business background, strong leadership, and excellent communication, with proficiency