Business Operations Manager

Full-time

Posted 28 days ago


Job description

Business Operations Manager (BOM)

BB&E is an employee-owned full service civil and environmental engineering and consulting firm, headquartered in Northville, Michigan, which services both the Federal and Industrial sectors throughout the United States. BB&E team members provide Environmental Consulting, Facilities Engineering and Program/Project Management Services to Federal and private sectors.

Position Summary

BB&E is seeking a detail-oriented Business Operations Manager (BOM) to support our NASA Environmental Support Services (NESS) contract on site at Johnson Space Center located in Houston, TX. The BOM should have a general understanding of Environmental Compliance programs in support of NASA and/or Federal installations and be capable of working directly with NASA civil servants. The BOM will be on-site and assist the on-site Program Manager managing sub-contractors, including invoices and monitoring contracts.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

  • Assist with Site Lead duties
  • Assist the site lead with managing all project elements including NESS staff, internal project teams, multiple subcontractors, vendors, and relationships with NASA and regulatory personnel in accordance with PWS requirements and BB&E standard operating procedures.
  • Assist with organizing and executing project work including the appropriate delegation.
  • Demonstrate subject matter expert skill sets to support private and government sectors.
  • Display and demonstrate company business acumen (including successful management of execution, schedule, budget, quality and compliance) and exemplary work approaches (client service orientation; strong interpersonal skills including clear communications and respect for others)
  • Provide overall management and administrative functions to ensure that the team are available, and resources allocated and that the PWS tasks and deliverables meet performance requirements. Assist the Program Manager ensuring that all labor, services, and materials necessary for program management, business management and associated services to meet the PWS are successfully delivered.
  • Assist with processing the payments of Permits/Fees related to the work on this contract.
  • Utilize NASA furnished databases or other NASA-authorized software.
  • Assist with completing and delivering a monthly technical report covering all CLINs on the contract no later than five business days after the end of the month



Frequently asked questions

Q: What skills or qualities help someone succeed as a Business Operations Manager?

A: To succeed as a Business Operations Manager, key technical skills include proficiency in data analysis and interpretation, project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum), and proficiency in software tools like Microsoft Office, Google Suite, or specialized operations management platforms. Soft skills such as strong communication, problem-solving, and leadership abilities are also crucial, as they enable effective collaboration with cross-functional teams and stakeholders. By combining these technical and soft skills, Business Operations Managers can drive process improvements, optimize efficiency, and make data-driven decisions that support business growth and success.

Q: What is the career path for a Business Operations Manager?

A: A Business Operations Manager's typical career progression involves starting as an Operations Coordinator or Assistant, then advancing to Operations Manager, and eventually becoming a Senior Operations Manager or Director of Operations. Along the way, they develop key skills in project management, process improvement, data analysis, and strategic planning, which can also lead to opportunities in leadership, entrepreneurship, or specialized roles like Management Consulting or Strategy Development. Long-term, a Business Operations Manager may pursue executive-level positions, such as Chief Operating Officer (COO) or Chief Financial Officer (CFO), or transition into industries like finance, consulting, or technology.



BB&E Consulting Engineers and Professionals job posting for a Business Operations Manager in Houston, TX with a salary of $62,100 to $104,600 Annually with a map of Houston location.