Operations Manager

Overview

Are you looking to make a career change to an innovative Painting company? This exciting opportunity as an Operations Manager offers a competitive salary plus an excellent benefits package including medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, and paid time off. Does this position match your future career goals? Then this Operations Manager opportunity could be the right fit for you.

• Lead, mentor, and develop Project Managers, Assistant Project Managers, and Estimators
• Oversee projects from initial estimate through closeout, ensuring schedules, budgets, and margin targets are achieved
• Prepare high-level estimates and manage the regional estimating pipeline
• Own the operations budget and drive overall branch financial performance
• Collaborate with Sales to support growth initiatives and new business pursuits
• Establish and maintain strong subcontractor and vendor partnerships
• Conduct regular one-on-one meetings focused on performance, development, and KPIs
• Champion a customer-first mindset and lead efforts to maintain 90%+ Net Promoter Score
• Track industry trends and implement operational best practices
• Develop and execute annual business plans aligned with company objectives
• Step in to manage or estimate projects as needed to support workload demands

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or a related discipline
• 8+ years of experience in commercial painting or commercial construction
• 3-5 years of leadership experience managing mid-sized operations or sales teams
• Strong expertise in commercial coatings, estimating, subcontractor management, and field operations
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel required)
• Experience with Salesforce and project management software preferred
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Willingness to travel 25–50% throughout Maryland, Washington DC, and Virginia

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Direct Hire
• Paid Time Off
• 401(K) matching
• Gym membership discounts
• Employee Assistance Program

Salary: $95K-$110K (DOE)

Ask for:
Roger Armenta

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