Our client, a nationwide Facilities Maintenance firm specializing in Interior, Exterior + Emergency Maintenance, is looking to hire their newest Vice President of Operations to work with CEO + COO to executive and administer company programs, grow market share, client relationships and team development. This individual will be managing and directing Area Directors, Regional Operations Managers + Field Operations Managers + local state maintenance and construction vendors in the major metros throughout the Eastern US.
What this job is:
- Operational Leadership+ Strategic Planning; develop long term strategies, operational improvements and lead initiatives in alignment with CEO + COO's vision.
- Team Management; will be working with other VP of Ops to foster a positive and inclusive work environment; 4 Direct reports, 75+ indirect reports
- Travel up to 50% of time (Position will be based in Omaha, but will cover Eastern half of US)
- P+L for $50-150 mil including high volume; 100's of transactions
- Analytical + Strategic; Process Improvements, Revenue Growth + Implementation of systems
- Client Relations
- Project Management
Ideal Experience:
- Working within the Commercial Facilities Maintenance; Interior/Exterior maintenance, Emergency Maintenance and Tenant Improvement/Ground Up Construction
- "Start up Culture" - always evolving and quick scaling environment
- Experience working with a combination of both Field + Corporate staff
Ideal Customer Serviced:
- Clients with 100 site minimums
- Industries served Retail, Hotels, Corporate High Rise
- Types of Maintenance: Landscaping, Snow Removal, MEP, HVAC
Targeted Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Engineering, or a related field. MBA or other advanced degree preferred. Equivalent work experience preferred.
- 10+ years in operational management, preferably in facility management, Tenant Improvements or related industry preferred.
- Proven track record of successfully leading and managing large teams.
- Strong financial acumen and experience in budget management.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
What this job is NOT:
- A large corporate structure with concrete processes and standards in place, this is a "start up" environment
- A project management role managing 3rd party vendors
- A Manufacturing or Corporate Facilities Management role - this background does NOT matchup well.