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Operations Manager

Orlando, FL 32810

Employment Type: Direct Hire Industry: IT/Engineering Job Number: 8575 Pay Rate: 101,610

Job Description

Mechanical Operations Manager
Location: Orlando, Florida
Employment Type: Direct Hire
Salary: $101,610 – $135,640
Relocation assistance or travel allowance provided
Benefits: Medical, dental, vision; life, accident, and disability insurance; 401(k) plan with company match
Mileage reimbursement & monthly car allowance

About the Role
Wheeler Staffing Partners is seeking a seasoned Operations Manager for a direct hire opportunity in Orlando, FL. You will lead a multi-million-dollar commercial construction project from preconstruction through closeout, driving performance, safety, and quality at every stage.

Key Responsibilities

  • Business Unit Leadership
    Lead daily operations and strategic planning to drive growth and profitability.

  • Project Oversight
    Oversee Project Managers, General Superintendents, and Superintendents to maintain consistency and ensure strict adherence to safety and quality standards.

  • Resource Allocation & Quality Assurance
    Assign drafting resources, drive productivity improvements, and oversee quality control protocols.

  • Financial Management
    Review pricing for change orders and contract modifications; lead project review meetings to evaluate billing, cash flow, and cost management.

  • Risk Management & Reporting
    Manage project risks including insurance compliance, bonding, safety, and site security.

  • Team Development
    Mentor upcoming Project Managers; lead performance reviews and skill development for field personnel.

  • Client Satisfaction
    Foster strong collaboration between project managers and field teams to meet client needs precisely and professionally.

Qualifications & Experience

  • State plumbing license or 5+ years of verifiable experience as an Operations Manager in commercial plumbing and HVAC

  • 8+ years of leadership experience in heavy commercial construction (e.g., hospitals, high-rise buildings, college campuses)

  • Experience managing projects valued at $20M+

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills

  • Skilled at supervising large teams across multiple projects

  • Highly organized, detail-oriented, and adept at managing multiple tasks in a dynamic environment

  • Awareness of industry trends and competitor activity

  • Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, or related field preferred (equivalent experience considered)

  • Safety training certifications highly preferred

Work & Travel Requirements

  • 0–5% travel to office or project locations

Work Environment

  • Office and job site environments

  • Prolonged periods of sitting, standing, or walking

  • Occasional lifting of up to 20 lbs.

  • Use of hands, wrists, and fingers for computer work and documentation

Apply Today!
If you are an experienced Operations Manager with a background in heavy commercial plumbing and HVAC projects, this is a rare opportunity to be part of a record-setting data center build. Apply now to join a dynamic team on a high-impact, high-visibility project.

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