Operations Manager- Fire Alarm/Low Voltage

THE POSITION IN A NUTSHELL

Sciens Building Solutions is seeking an Operations Manager who is a positive change agent and can drive high customer satisfaction while leading a branch team, including engineering, project execution and service departments, along with a back-office team to support a business that is experiencing exciting growth. This opportunity is ideal for someone who has experience managing a team in the Sprinkler Solutions Industry, and is ready to assume ownership of a branch operations role while being part of a vibrant national organization.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING (and doing well!)

• Responsible to ensure all associates embrace the safety culture and comply with all safety initiatives.

• Manage the engineering, project management, and service departments for the assigned Division.

• Supervise, train, and develop all branch associates including designers, project managers, technicians, project coordinators, supervisors, dispatchers, and administrative staff.

• Responsible for the scheduling, execution, billing and completion of install, service, warranty, and emergency jobs.

• Responsible for developing a budget and meeting revenue and gross margin targets.

• Communicate with customers, vendors, suppliers, and subcontractors to execute plans, programs and processes designed to meet or exceed goals and maximize market potential.

• Responsible for delivering projects within the original budgeted cost.

• Responsible for executing monthly project cost and Work in Progress (WIP) analysis. Reports the information in an effective manner to management, and takes corrective action as needed.

• Responsible for efficient asset management, such as inventory and company service vehicles.

• Responsible for building a high-performance culture to include annual performance reviews and development initiatives.

• Responsible for manpower planning and allocation.

• Responsible in part for customer satisfaction and cash collections.

• Works closely with the sales team to support the growth and profitability of the branch.

• Responsible for control and calibration of inspection, measuring, and testing equipment.

WHAT WE LIKE ABOUT YOU

• Two to five years' experience in an operations manager role within the Sprinkler Solutions Industry.

• Ability to effectively communicate to a diverse group of individuals, including company leadership, regional staff, customers, and vendors.

• Strong, positive team builder with leadership ability.

• Knowledge of current fire alarm and security systems.

• Strong understanding of Profit and Loss statements and key financial drivers.

• Ability to attract, develop, grow, and retain a team.

• Ability to understand the technical aspects of the product lines and applications as necessary to make informed management decisions.

WHAT WE'RE BRINGING TO THE TABLE

• Competitive salary based on qualifications.

• Paid time off plan and holidays.

• 401(k) matching.

• Short term and long-term disability.

• Medical, dental, and vision plans with options.

• Life insurance.

• Company cell phone, laptop, and vehicle.

• Professional career development opportunities.