Recruiting Operations Manager Jobs in Portland, OR

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You are a strategic thinker, a curious problem solver, connector, and organizer.  You understand the infrastructure, compliance and funding challenges facing our public leaders who are creating the vision for the future of the built environment in Oregon.

You are an inspiring leader who thrives on working with diverse teams towards a common goal.  You are a natural collaborator armed with high levels of emotional intelligence which helps you to connect with and channel the strengths of our leadership and staff.  You embrace diversity and pride yourself on setting the tone for an inclusive environment so our employees can bring their genuine, best version of themselves to work every day; this helps us to offer the greatest solutions to our clients and the communities they serve. You are a visionary who thrives on seeing others succeed and embraces the core theme of our 2027 Strategic Plan recognizing that together "We Make Great Things Possible" leads us further along our journey to become Unrivaled.

We are seeking an Area Operations Manager to help to continue to drive our successful business within Oregon.  In this role you will partner with our senior Business Group and Operations leadership teams to plan what is possible, navigate the successful operation and growth of our Oregon, and meet company goals and objectives. You will be at the helm of a powerful team that is focusing daily on the delivery of infrastructure, environmental, planning and consulting services.  This position will oversee over 250 staff across Oregon.
In the role of Oregon Area Operations Manager, we will count on you to:

• Assist business groups in development of area strategic and operating plans and budgets.
• Partner with Regional Business Group directors to drive implementation of area key initiatives, key hires, investments, and company and regional strategies for growth and profitability.
• Assist the Regional Director of Operations in coordination and implementation of area operational strategies, goals and actions in cooperation with company and regional business group managers.
• Support local managers in implementing and monitoring area operations including marketing, project services, staff development, quality and client relations, all within established company goals and objectives.
• Be involved in the local communities, trade associates, and with clients to be a face of HDR throughout Oregon.
• Act as a Client Manager for key clients in the local market.
• Assist in special regional assignments and issue resolution.
• Monitor area performance indicators and oversee actions for improvement.
• Collaborate with group supervisors to improve client service, meet company goals and increase growth and profitability.
• Facilitate and encourage staff communication, training and career development, and serve as mentor for departmental leaders.
• Implement company policy and procedures, including quality, safety, recruiting and risk management.
• Serve as role model in business and the community.
• Work with area groups and Project Managers on problem projects and issues resolution.
• Possess signatory authority as needed.

• Perform other duties as needed.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Professional Engineering (PE) registration is highly preferred
• Experience working for an A/E/C consulting firm