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Operations Director

Henderson Engineers
parental leave, paid time off, sick time, 401(k), profit sharing
United States, Kansas, Lenexa
8345 Lenexa Drive (Show on map)
Nov 19, 2024
Operations Director

Lenexa, 8345 Lenexa Drive, Lenexa, Kansas, United States of America
Req #554
Monday, November 18, 2024
At Henderson, we're about more than just buildings
We're about the people, experiences, and potential found inside. We're a company of problem-solvers and innovators known for our technical excellence and ability to come up with out-of-the-box solutions. We love the process of bringing buildings to life. And we're changing the industry by integrating the building design and construction process.
As an ESOP, each of our employee-owners are an essential part of our mission to lead the industry in innovation, sustainability, and client experience. With a vision to build a better world, Team Henderson has a people-first culture and diverse portfolio of world-class facilities.
It's What We Do
We provide total building system design services across multiple high-growth markets for industry leaders. You'll get to use your talent to work on projects for some of the biggest names in mission-critical, higher education, sports, healthcare, grocery, restaurant, and retail within the sectors we serve in business, community, grocery, health, retail, & venue.
It's How We're Different
We're about more than just buildings. We're about you. You, and the hundreds of passionate employee-owners who make us who we are. We've always been committed to providing an inclusive workplace where people can bring their full self to work and helps people reach their full potential - both as professionals and individuals. Together, we dream up innovative solutions for industry-wide problems, design spaces that become landmarks, and toast the good life at our happy hours. Take a peek into what makes us different here: https://youtu.be/AIt17t_uJ-A?si=oSMy5zQeUcb_faE3

Henderson Engineers is seeking an Operations Director to join their team in Lenexa, KS. The Operations Director reports directly to the COO and is responsible for the overall direction and administration of all financial and personnel aspects of the organization. The Operations Director leads the development of long-term operational strategies for the organization and guides sectors on staffing and workload best practices and to assist in balancing the workload and staffing company wide. The Operations Director works cooperatively with organizational leadership teams to define and mobilize company-wide strategies. This position will be heavy execution but will also be responsible for fostering and developing a strategic and forward-thinking approach across the organization.

Minimum Qualifications for the Role are:



  • Bachelor's degree in any engineering, construction management, science, technology, or business preferred. Years of relevant experience in leadership/management position will be considered in lieu of requisite education.
  • Ten (10) or greater years of relevant experience, with a minimum of five (5) years leadership/management
  • History of building strong teams to improve the client experience and drive business results.
  • Extensive operations management experience, industry knowledge, and understanding of diverse business functions and principles.
  • Proven track record of effective resource management and optimization.
  • Demonstrated ability to partner with cross-functional leadership to align efforts and meet organizational goals.


Skills and Duties you will be Responsible for while in this role:

Operations:



  • Defines and cascades accountabilities for implementation of operational strategy appropriate for the business and growth needs of the sector.
  • Develops, monitors, and implements policies and procedures appropriate to the operations of the sector, ensuring compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and corporate guidelines.
  • Oversees staffing decisions and workload forecasting for the sector.
  • Supervises managers within the Sector.


Profitability:



  • Develops the annual budget for the sector in cooperation with the sector leadership team, tracks revenue margins and conducts budget reviews to maximize profits.
  • Evaluates sector performance against company objectives, adjusts operations accordingly, and provides reports and presentations on all aspects of sector performance as requested by the Chief Operating Officer (COO), and/or other relevant stakeholders.
  • Assists the Sector Executive in developing the business case in support of financial negotiations on behalf of the sector and the company overall.


Employee Engagement/Teamwork:



  • Ensures effective management of employee relations and personnel matters including all employment actions within the sector.
  • Assumes accountability for training, development, and mentoring of talent; identifies opportunities and gaps in employee development efforts and responds with appropriate action.
  • Demonstrates an organization-wide mindset, cooperating across sector leadership teams to collectively meet company goals.


Client Satisfaction:



  • Collaborates with Sector Technical and Client Directors to define and implement service models to create a consistent, streamlined client experience and maximize client satisfaction.


Growth and Innovation:



  • Assists the Sector Executives in developing plans for the growth and development of each sector.
  • Supports company and industry developments to ensure the company maintains a competitive position.
  • Supports implementation of innovation goals for the sector and develops innovative ways to identify, connect, and support clients.

Let's Talk Perks
We take care of our people. As a Henderson employee, you'll enjoy some pretty awesome perks. Trust us, your friends will all have work envy.
Culture
Flexible Work Hours (Because we all need to balance work and life.)
Casual Dress Code (Be yourself, please.)
Paid Volunteer Time (We literally pay you to volunteer.)
Paid Parental Leave (Because we know both parents deserve to be there for a new child.)
Health and Wellness Initiatives (Get Fit and Stay Fit.)
Receptive and Forward-Thinking Leadership (Our doors are always open.)
Clear Career Path Options (We want you to excel.)
Benefits
Industry-leading 401K match and profit sharing (When the company succeeds, we all share in that success.)
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (Yes, our employees are the owners.)
Paid Training for Professional Development (We'll pay for the time you take getting better at what you do.)
Performance Bonuses (When you do well, we reward you for your work.)
Comprehensive and Extensive Insurance (We've got you covered.)
Paid Term Life and Disability (We've got your family covered, too.)
Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Accounts (We'll help you take advantage of tax savings.)
Paid Time Off and Sick Time off (Take a break. You deserve it!)
Financial Wellness & Coaching Program (Financial security makes you a happier team member.)
More information can be found here - https://www.hendersonengineers.com/careers/.
Henderson Engineers, Inc. and Henderson Building Solutions are EEO Employers/Vet/Disabled and participate in the E-Verify program.
Applicants for positions with Henderson Engineers/Henderson Building Solutions must be legally authorized to work in the United States, and verification of eligibility will be required at the time of commencement of employment.
All offers will be contingent upon completion of the hiring process including verifications and background checks as required for employment.
To all recruitment agencies: Henderson does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of Henderson without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of Henderson. Please, no phone calls or emails.
NOTICE TO CANDIDATES: RECRUITMENT FRAUD ALERT
Henderson representatives conduct all email communications exclusively through a company email address that ends with @hendersonengineers.com, @hendersonbuilding.com. We extend offers of employment only after a comprehensive interview process and will never ask you for a payment of any sort nor offer one for any reason. Henderson will not ask any applicant to purchase equipment, nor offer to reimburse any applicant for expenses incurred prior to employment. We will not request personal information until a legitimate offer of employment has been extended. If you suspect a recruitment attempt is fraudulent, you should cease communications. All legitimate job opportunities are posted on our company website's careers page.

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  • Job Family
    Engineering, Design & Tec

  • Pay Type
    Salary

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