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12 jobs near Columbus, OH

Wesco

Senior Strategic Account Manager

Fallston, NC

You will also support execution of the AEC (Architects, Engineering and Contractor) program with ... Build business partner relation with Wesco-Anixter's strategic vendors/alliance partners, using ...

Apex Companies

Landscape Technician (Stormwater)

Mesa, AZ · On-site

$19 - $21/hr

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Director of Operations

Wood Patel & Associates

Phoenix, AZ • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 29 days ago

Job description

Wood, Patel & Associates, Inc., (WOODPATEL), the 1 ranked Civil Engineering Firm in Arizona for 22 consecutive years and recognized as one of the Best Places to Work for the last 6 years in a row, is seeking exceptional candidates to join our team. We offer the opportunity to advance your career and become an integral part of our well-respected firm.
WOODPATEL is seeking a senior-level executive responsible for overseeing and managing the day-to-day administrative operations of the firm. This key leadership role is responsible for driving operational excellence, streamlining processes, and strategically aligning resources to meet internal and external client needs and achieve company objectives. The Director of Operations will partner closely with executive leadership, department heads and managers to support organizational growth, profitability, and human resources, including workforce planning, recruitment, resource management, and policy development and implementation.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Operational Strategy - develop and implement operational policies, procedures and best practices. Oversee and manage daily operations across multiple administrative departments to drive operational performance.
  • Process Optimization - streamline workflows and improve efficiencies and reduce costs.
  • Team Leadership - manage and support department heads or managers to achieve performance targets.
  • Budget and Resource Management - Oversee budgets, resource allocation and operational expenses.
  • Performance Monitoring - Track KPIs and ensure compliance with quality standards and regulations.
  • Cross Department Coordination - act as a bridge between executive leadership and operational teams. Partner with executive leadership to develop and execute operational strategies supporting company objectives.
  • Support a positive, collaborative culture that aligns with company values and promotes employee retention and growth.
  • The ideal candidate will have experience involving Human Resources, Information Technology, Finance, Marketing and Office Management.

Requirements
  • Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or Management is required. A master's degree is preferable.
  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering with senior management experience with an Architecture Engineering and Construction (AEC) firm is also acceptable.
  • 10+ years of progressive experience in operations management within a civil engineering, AEC (Architecture, Engineering, Construction), or related professional services firm.
  • Proven track record of leading cross-functional teams and delivering operational improvements.
  • Strong financial acumen and experience managing budgets, resources, and project profitability.
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and critical thinking skills.
  • AE experience required.

Benefits:
  • Industry leading Benefit Plan
  • Competitive pay
  • Generous PTO plan
  • Health, Dental, Vision Coverage
  • 401(k) with employer matching
  • LTD/STD/Life Insurance
  • Paid parental leave
  • In-house training programs
  • Employee Appreciation events
  • Opportunity to participate in community events

WOODPATEL is committed to our community and as such we match employee contributions to St. Mary's Food Bank Alliance, the world's first food bank, founded in Phoenix, Arizona.
WOODPATEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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