Operations Manager

Operations Manager – Monroe, LA

Employment Type: Direct Hire

Relocation assistance or travel allowance provided

Benefits: Medical, dental, vision; life, accident, and disability insurance; 401(k) plan with company match

Mileage reimbursement & monthly car allowance

About the Role

Wheeler Staffing Partners is seeking an experienced Operations Manager for a direct hire opportunity in West Monroe, LA. This role is critical to leading a multi-million-dollar construction project from preconstruction through closeout. The client is launching a $10B data center project for Facebook Meta, expected to become the tech giant’s largest AI investment to date. The Operations Manager will train in Nashville before relocating or traveling weekly to Monroe, LA.

Key Responsibilities

• Business Unit Leadership: Direct all day-to-day operations for the business unit. Develop strategic plans to achieve performance goals and maximize profitability.
• Project Oversight: Oversee Project Managers, General Superintendents, and Superintendents. Maintain consistency across teams while ensuring strict adherence to safety and quality standards.
• Resource Allocation & Quality Assurance: Assign drafting resources, drive productivity improvements, and oversee quality control protocols.
• Financial Management: Review pricing for change orders and contract modifications. Lead project review meetings to evaluate billing, cash flow, and cost management.
• Risk Management & Reporting: Oversee project risk areas such as insurance compliance, bonding, safety, and site security.
• Team Development: Mentor upcoming Project Managers. Lead performance reviews and skill development for field personnel.
• Client Satisfaction: Promote strong collaboration between project managers and field teams to ensure client needs are met with precision and professionalism.

Qualifications & Experience

• State plumbing license or 5+ years of verifiable experience as an Operations Manager in commercial plumbing and HVAC
• 8+ years of leadership experience in heavy commercial construction (e.g., hospitals, high-rise buildings, college campuses)
• Experience managing projects valued at $20M+
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Skilled at supervising large teams across multiple projects
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and adept at managing multiple tasks in a dynamic setting
• Awareness of industry trends and competitor activity
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, or related field preferred (equivalent experience considered)
• Safety training certifications highly preferred

Project Overview

• A groundbreaking $10B data center project for Facebook Meta, spanning over 4 million sq. ft.
• One of the largest AI infrastructure investments in the U.S. to date
• Project site currently in preconstruction; travel will be required as the build progresses

Work & Travel Requirements

• 0–5% travel to office or project locations
• Must be open to travel or relocation to West Monroe, LA (travel and living allowance available)
• Initial training to take place in Nashville, TN
• Office and job site environment
• Prolonged periods of sitting, standing, or walking
• Occasional lifting of up to 20 lbs.
• Use of hands, wrists, and fingers for computer work and documentation

Apply Today!

If you're an experienced Operations Manager with a background in heavy commercial plumbing and HVAC projects, this is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to be part of a record-setting data center build. Apply now to join a dynamic team on a high-impact, high-visibility project.

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Management

Industries: Construction