Director of Operations

$130,000 - $180,000/Yr

Rk Mechanical - Aurora, CO

Full-time - Senior

Aurora, CO

Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction

About the position

The Director of Operations at RK Mechanical is responsible for leading and developing a high-performance operations team, implementing world-class operational processes, and ensuring the successful execution of complex projects. This role involves overseeing budgeting, procurement, and contractual agreements while maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders. The Director will also focus on continuous improvement and productivity tracking within the operations team.

Responsibilities

• Train and develop a high-performance Operations team.
• Provide leadership to create world-class Operations processes and procedures.
• Implement Operations programs including policies, practices, procedures, systems, and documentation.
• Complete or coordinate basic accounting, project cost and trend reports, WIP, CSRs, and monthly forecasts in conjunction with the financial team.
• Review and monitor the Operations Team preparation and setup of budgets, billings and change orders, and negotiation of subcontractors, monitoring of labor hours and project costs, coordination with suppliers.
• Negotiate and manage contractual agreements with subcontractors, owners, contractors, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Coordinate timely completion of procurement procedures in conjunction with the purchasing team.
• Responsible for the administration of the signed subcontract requirements with respect to conformance with agreements, contract documents, and change orders.
• Coordinate ordering, processing, and delivery of materials and equipment with OEMs, vendors and purchasing.
• Responsible for initiating, overseeing, and verifying billings.
• Verify that all materials invoiced and work billed has been delivered to manufacturing facility.
• Ensure turnover and pre-production planning meetings are conducted.
• Confirm bid matches contracted work and that an accurate budget is developed.
• Ensure prompt review and processing of purchase orders, contract and subcontract agreements.
• Provide training, mentoring, coaching and leadership to Operations team.
• Ensure productivity tracking is implemented, updated and analyzed on a weekly basis.
• Ensure that all RKMC Projects monthly cost projections are accurately and timely completed.
• Maintain owner, customer, engineer and vendor relationships as required.
• Continuously improve utilizing input from the team on improving procedures, productivity and efficiency.

Requirements

• A track record of achievement of Project Management and delivery with complex projects/programs.
• Deep multi-disciplined experience in Project Management, Product Management, and Integration. Manufacturing experience is a plus.
• Leader with exceptional attention to detail, admin skills and work ethic.
• 10+ years data center, power and modular construction experience.
• 10+ years of customer facing experience serving as a liaison with suppliers, customers, and the market.
• A bachelor degree or equivalent.
• Experience in the construction, manufacture and integration of mission critical facilities and modular products.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills with ability to build relationships with employees, customers, and suppliers.
• Strong and confident negotiator with the ability and finesse to negotiate at all levels, internally and externally.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal, influencing, and problem-solving skills.
• Results oriented with ability to plan and deliver against deadlines.
• Manufacturing Lean Six Sigma training and experience.
• Excellent computer skills, including a high degree of proficiency in the Microsoft suite and databases.
• Experience in a fast-paced hands-on business environment with responsibility for a team.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• The ability to prioritize tasks and work under pressure.
• Ability to negotiate critical and controversial issues with Company leadership.
• Ability to make authoritative decisions and recommendations having significant impact on the Company.
• Demonstrates a high degree of creativity, foresight, and mature judgment in planning, organizing and guiding extensive programs and activities of importance.
• Capable of leading and influencing individuals, peers and executives.
• Experience with ERP and project management systems; including Viewpoint and Bluebeam.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical plans with HSA and FSA options for you and your family.
• Generous 401(k) plan with immediate company match - 100% vested.
• Dental and vision insurance for your well-being.
• Short-term and long-term disability plans available after one year.
• Company provided life insurance and AD&D with options for supplemental buy-ups.
• Enjoy paid time off and holidays.
• Get paid weekly for your convenience.
• Elevate your skills with career development training at RK University.
• Unlock discounts on essential products and services like phones, internet and work apparel.
• Participate in fun company and team-building events.
• Make a difference with volunteering opportunities.
• Access confidential counseling for personal issues and financial advice.
• Enjoy exclusive discounts on entertainment, including amusement park tickets and restaurant specials.