Operations Manager

Work hard, have fun! At Cerris Systems, we believe in delivering quality craftsmanship while having fun along the way. Our group of construction companies prides itself on our almost 100-year history, our employee ownership structure, and our competitive pay and benefits. From the moment you start working with us, we’ve got your growth in mind. We believe Cerris isn’t just a great place to start your career – it’s a great place to watch it advance for years to come.

Oversee and manage company operations and project activities through subordinate supervisors. Implement plans and policies to achieve overall corporate objectives and maximize operating results. Responsible for business development, timely project performance, and meeting quality/specification requirements. May report to a unit president or to a vice president of operations.

• Assist in the development & implementation of annual department business plan & budget
• Provide advice, guidance, & direction to subordinate executives & managers towards their professional development
• Plan, staff, supervise, & coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, architects, clients, engineers, project managers, superintendents, and QC personnel on assigned projects to ensure a cohesive operational unit
• Participate in client/contractor negotiations and buy-out for projects
• Direct/manage department's activities including accounting, business development, contract payments, and client/contractor relationships by maintaining a high level of credibility with clients, contractors, sub-contractors, and suppliers
• Visit project sites to monitor progress, maintain relationships, and verify quality, safety, and customer satisfaction
• Assist subordinate supervisors with problem-solving as required
• Attend pre-bid conferences, subcontractor awards conferences, and other meetings related to project initiation and administration
• Manage financial control & review of ongoing projects. Analyze project progress & review monthly projections. Maintain & enforce strict quality level of product
• Approve/sign contracts, purchase orders, & change orders per company policy limits
• Conducts actions in a professional and unbiased manner
• Complies with all company and site policies and best practice standards
• Continuously develops proficiency and understanding in the role
• Maintains a professional appearance and workspace
• Participates in and complies with all company safety and quality programs and procedures
• Promote the company safety culture and safety awareness throughout the company, projects, or office
• Utilizes relevant company technology to support all assigned responsibilities
• Maintain a valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record which, per Company’s vehicle policy, allows operation of a company vehicle
• Exercise initiative or, as directed, perform additional duties to meet the needs of the organization
• Owns comprehensive financial responsibility (e.g., financial plans, budgets, forecasts) for an entire work program to minimize risk and variance, and to maximize contributions to company revenue and margin
• Directs and oversees financial management across one or more levels of employees to optimize financial results for the work program
• Reviews and assesses financial data, reports, and records. Ensures employee compliance with related procedures to ensure effective and efficient operations
• Creates and communicates financial targets and goals in order to accomplish broader financial objectives
• Proactively monitors and interprets ongoing financial performance and responds strategically
• Assesses and mitigates financial risks
• Translates broad corporate financial plans, targets and KSIs into plans and targets specific for the work program
• Contribu…