Operations Manager

Operations Manager – Construction (Decks & Outdoor Living) Black Label Built — Lincoln, NE

Full-Time | Leadership Role | Competitive Compensation

Black Label Built is a fast-growing outdoor living contractor specializing in premium decks, structures, and full backyard transformations. We are looking for a driven Operations Manager to lead our production department and ensure projects are delivered with excellence, efficiency, and profitability.

If you’re a strong construction leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and knows how to get teams, schedules, and systems firing on all cylinders — this role is for you.

About the Role

As the Operations Manager, you are the engine behind our production success. You will oversee Project Managers and Site Superintendents, ensuring every crew, schedule, and project flows smoothly — on time, on budget, and at the high standard our clients expect.

You’ll optimize systems, eliminate bottlenecks, and turn company goals into actionable plans. This role is ideal for a leader who balances people management, operational discipline, and strategic thinking.

What You’ll Do Lead & Develop the Production Team

• Manage and mentor Project Managers and Site Superintendents.
• Run weekly production meetings, set expectations, and hold the team accountable.
• Promote a culture of ownership, communication, and continuous improvement.

Oversee Production Scheduling & Project Flow

• Maintain the master production calendar and ensure accurate scheduling updates.
• Balance crew assignments, equipment, and materials across multiple projects.
• Monitor job progress and proactively resolve scheduling or resource conflicts.

Optimize Systems & Increase Efficiency

• Ensure SOPs are followed consistently across the production department.
• Identify inefficiencies and implement process improvements.
• Improve workflows for scheduling, daily reporting, job tracking, and closeouts.

Manage Financial Performance

• Oversee project budgets and job costing through PMs.
• Review weekly job cost reports and address variances quickly.
• Verify purchase orders, change orders, and invoicing accuracy.
• Report profitability and key metrics to the leadership team.

Ensure Quality & Client Satisfaction

• Maintain high-quality standards across all projects.
• Support PMs in resolving client concerns and final inspections.
• Lead warranty responses and drive long-term quality improvements.

Strengthen Communication & Reporting

• Act as the bridge between ownership, office staff, and field teams.
• Review daily/weekly reporting to ensure accuracy and accountability.
• Provide leadership updates on performance, risk, and upcoming needs.

Drive Training & Team Development

• Identify training needs and coordinate internal/external skill development.
• Mentor future leaders and oversee onboarding for new production hires.

What Success Looks Like

• Projects delivered on time, on budget, and to Black Label Built quality standards
• Smooth, accurate production scheduling
• Strong job profitability and cost control
• High-performing, efficient field and management teams
• Excellent client satisfaction with reduced warranty/punch work
• Consistent use of company systems and SOPs

What You Bring

• Proven leadership in construction operations or project management
• Strong understanding of scheduling, budgeting, and job costing
• Excellent communication, organization, and decision-making skills
• Ability to coach teams while holding high standards
• Experience with construction management software
• Calm, solution-oriented leadership style — even under pressure
• A systems-driven mindset, not just supervision-driven

You Will Own

• Production team performance
• Scheduling and capacity planning
• Financial control of all projects
• Cross-department communication
• Growth and development of PMs, Superintendents, and Crews

How to Apply

If you’re ready to lead a high-performing team and help scale Lincoln’s top outdoor living company, we’d love to hear from you.

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