Job Order Contracting - Operations Manager

Operations Manager - Job Order Contracting

Our client is a growing construction services provider with a strong reputation for delivering Job Order Contracting, renovation, and capital improvement projects for public and institutional clients. With an established presence across Texas and a robust backlog of repeat business, the company is entering its next phase of growth and is seeking an operational leader who can help scale the Dallas operation while maintaining a high standard of project delivery and client service. The organisation offers a collaborative, entrepreneurial culture where leaders are empowered to make decisions, develop teams, and directly influence the success of the business.

The Operations Manager - Job Order Contracting will report directly to senior leadership and be responsible for the day-to-day operational performance of the Dallas office. This individual will serve as the operational leader, allowing executive leadership to focus on business growth and strategic initiatives.

• Lead and oversee all operational activities for the Dallas-area Job Order Contracting business.
• Manage, mentor, and develop a team of Project Managers and construction professionals.
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to client expectations.
• Take direct ownership of Job Order Contracting projects when needed, providing hands-on leadership and support.
• Drive operational consistency, process improvement, and performance across multiple projects and contract vehicles.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships with public and institutional customers.
• Leverage existing industry relationships to support business growth and create opportunities for future work.

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For the Operations Manager - Job Order Contracting we are seeking:

• Proven experience leading operations, project management, or construction management teams within a general contracting environment.
• Strong understanding of Job Order Contracting (JOC), IDIQ, on-call, or similar recurring delivery models.
• Experience overseeing multiple concurrent projects and managing project teams.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to mentor and develop Project Managers.
• Established network of industry relationships that can contribute to long-term business growth.
• Strong financial, scheduling, and operational management capabilities.
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills.
• Background in K-12, municipal, higher education, healthcare, or public-sector construction projects is highly desirable.

• Base salary = $130k - $150k
• Truck allowance = $800/month
• Revenue incentive plan
• Bonus = project based
• 401k
• Comprehensive benefits plan
• 4 weeks PTO

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