Construction Project Operations Manager

Project Operations Manager - Construction

Who We Are:

Woda Cooper Companies, Inc. is a rapidly growing development, construction, and property management organization dedicated to the creation of quality affordable housing to benefit those who need it most. We are an employee-owned, passion-driven group that changes each community of which we are a part. We manage over 16,000 housing units in 18 states, proudly serving seniors, veterans, and other economically challenged groups.

We seek ambitious, talented individuals who want to grow with a rapidly expanding company whose success is not only measured in dollars and cents, but in lives changed. With a development portfolio of $1.5 billion, Woda Cooper consistently ranks among the top affordable housing developers and owners in the country by Affordable Housing Finance.

What You’ll Own:

Support multiple construction projects across all phases, from preconstruction through closeout, ensuring timelines, documentation, and communication remain on track

Act as a key liaison between Project Managers, Superintendents, subcontractors, and internal teams to drive alignment and execution

Lead coordination of OAC and draw meetings, including agenda development, documentation, and follow-up actions

Track and maintain critical project milestones (e.g., NTP, Substantial Completion, Certificates of Occupancy) and ensure data accuracy across systems

Serve as the primary point of contact for construction technology systems (Procore), driving adoption, standardization, and data integrity

Manage compliance with federal and state labor regulations (including Section 3 and Davis-Bacon), ensuring accurate reporting and adherence to requirements

Oversee certified payroll reporting and labor tracking through systems such as eComply and LCP Tracker Coordinate subcontractor onboarding, compliance, and documentation requirements, including enforcing deadlines tied to draw approvals

Support project escalations, including warranty issues, state agency coordination, and third-party inspections

Identify and implement process improvements across compliance tracking, reporting workflows, and system utilization to drive efficiency and consistency

Provide leadership with clear, accurate reporting on project status, compliance standing, and key project metrics to support decision-making

Who You Are:

Knowledge of safety regulations and guidelines.

Strong leadership and management skills.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management software.

What You’ll Bring :

Bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or a related field.

Minimum of 5 years of experience in construction project management or operations management.

Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Experience working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Must possess a valid driver’s license and insurance.

What You’ll Get:

We offer competitive wages and annual bonus opportunities. Benefits include:

Medical, Dental and Vision Short Term Disability and Life Insurance
401k with Company Match
100% Employee-Owned Company with the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)12 Days Paid Time Off8 Paid Holidays & 2 Floating Holidays!

Fitness Reimbursement Professional Development Reimbursement
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