- 401(k) matching
- Competitive salary
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Training & development
Job Summary The Operations Manager will be responsible for overseeing and optimizing the operations activities for our construction department. This role ensures projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. Based in our corporate office located in Denham Springs, LA, the Operations Manager will coordinate with project managers, subcontractors, vendors, and our administrative team to streamline operations, mitigate risks, and maintain client satisfaction across multiple states.
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities: (Included but not limited to)
- Manage and monitor projects nationwide, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards for multi-family, student housing, and multi-tenant commercial properties.
- Supervise project managers, site supervisors, and support staff, fostering collaboration and accountability across geographically dispersed teams
- Allocate labor, materials, and equipment efficiently to optimize project performance and minimize waste.
- Negotiate contracts, manage relationships with subcontractors and suppliers, and ensure compliance with project specifications and safety regulations.
- Ensure internal processes are followed to improve operational efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance project delivery.
- Monitor project financials, track expenses, and implement cost saving measures while maintaining.
- Prepare and present information at weekly job status report meeting.
- Participate and provide supporting information for monthly financial meetings .
- Ensure all projects comply with local, state, and federal regulations including building codes, OSHA standards, and environmental requirements.
- Serve as a key point of contact for clients, addressing concerns, providing updates, and ensuring satisfaction with project outcomes.
- Identify potential risks, develop mitigation strategies, and resolve issues promptly to keep projects on track.
Required Skills and Abilities:
- Bachelor's degree in construction management, business administration or related field. Experience in lieu of degree is acceptable.
- 5+ years of experience in construction operations management
- Proven track record of managing multiple projects simultaneously
- Strong understanding of construction processes, budgeting, scheduling, and safety regulations
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skill to manage diverse teams and stakeholders.
- Proficiency in project management software(CMIC, BuilderTrend, or similar) and Microsoft Office Suite
- Ability to travel as needed to project sites across the United States
- Problem solving and decision making under pressure
- Action driven while maintaining FMM's core values of: Quality, Teamwork, Pride, Passion, and Integrity
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
- Ability to build and maintain relationships with clients, vendors, and team members
- Detail-oriented with a focus on efficiency
- Adaptability to handle dynamic project demands and timelines
- Ability to travel nationwide approximately 30% of the time
- Must be able to lift 15 lbs.
- Ability to pass a fit for duty test
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk or working on a computer
- Health Insurance-FMM will pay 50% of the employee's premium
- 401K Contribution-FMM will match employee contribution up to 3%
- Optional voluntary benefits
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Employee Assistance Program
- Company Provided Health Club membership
- Company Auto Allowance
- Company Provided Laptop
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
FMM is a maintenance and construction company that services both residential and commercial properties. Our mission is to provide our clients with high quality, high value maintenance and construction services while maintaining superior levels of communication, professionalism, integrity and honesty with our staff, clients, suppliers, and professional associates. Our team is comprised of experienced individuals who hold the same values of FMM: Quality, Teamwork, Pride, Passion, and Integrity. Each day we strive to hold these values at the forefront of our service and our daily actions. We are excited about the growth of our company over the years and look to continue our growth for years to come. We have been honored as one of Inc 5000’s Fastest Growing Companies and as one of LSU Top 100 Tiger Businesses for mulitple years. Our growth and success comes from the quality individuals who make up our team, and we look forward to the expansion of that team in the years to come.
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