Operations Manager

Everon Job Opportunity

At Everon, we truly believe that our people are the difference – for our organization, the customers we serve and the communities we protect. With more than 100 locations, a deep national presence, and comprehensive portfolio of solutions and services, our employees are always poised for career advancement and growth.

Customer Service Focus

Ensures delivery of excellent customer service to both internal and external customers.

Requires communication and coordination with other departments to resolve customer complaints or inquiries.

Promptly resolves questions and problems related to assigned areas raised by customers.

Excellent communication skills, respect and courtesy both internally and externally.

Builds and maintains business relationships with clients by providing prompt and accurate services so as to promote customer loyalty.

Team Participation

Leads supports and contributes to branch wide initiatives.

Serves as an advocate for and representative of the company's goals and philosophies, operation, interests and position.

Serves on branch teams as appropriated or requested.

Essential Position Responsibilities

Manage systems delivery process from order receipt to project completion.

Manage the Construction, Engineering and Project Managers for the Operations Department

Review financial statements and data. Utilize financial data to improve profitability. Prepare and control operational budgets.

Lead billing and costing meetings for all projects. Control inventory. Plan effective strategies for the financial well-being of the company

Improve processes and policies in support of organizational goals. Formulate and implement departmental and organizational policies and procedures to maximize output. Monitor adherence to rules, regulations and procedures.

Establish organizational structures. Delegate tasks and accountabilities. Establish work schedules. Supervise staff. Monitor and evaluate performance.

Coordinate and monitor the work of employee, subcontractors to ensure professional, timely and cost effective installation and delivery process. Monitor performance and implement improvements. Ensure quality of products. Manage quality and quantity of employee productivity.

Monitor, manage and improve the efficiency of support services such as efficient maintenance of project paperwork to include contracts, revisions, estimates, work drawing and specifications. Facilitate coordination and communication between support functions.

Sales - Plan and support sales and marketing activities

Strategic Input and Liaison with top management. Assist in the development of strategic plans for operational activity. Implement and manage operation plans.

Leadership role in developing, implementing and measuring standard work in our installation and service businesses.

Manage and direct the daily operations of the Operations Department, including Dispatch, Service, Install, Contracts, and Monitoring

Owns complete service delivery process from customer call, through technician performance and billing.

Owns complete project delivery process from point of signed sales order, through technician/sub-contractor, installation and customer sign-off and billing.

Manage assigned personnel including hiring, development, productivity, employee satisfaction and disciplinary responsibility.

Responsible for expanding customer base to grow department revenues.

Responsible for managing and growing Service agreement base.

Works with the legal department to ensure full compliance with company contract requirements.

Engage in regular communications with sales, customers and vendors to ensure total customer satisfaction.

Qualifications - External

Education/Experience:

Experience with employee relations, talent management/engagement, and leadership development is strongly desired.

Must demonstrate ability to work with and influence peers and upper management.

4 year degree required. Master's Degree preferred.

5+ years of industry experience

Strong understanding of fire, CCTV, security and card access systems, low-voltage systems, installation and testing.

Superior management skills

Excellent time management, planning, and forward-thinking skills.

Be self-motivated and have a professional attitude and appearance

Possess exceptional communication and listening skills.

Possess excellent team building, customer service, and interpersonal skills.

Possess exceptional decision making skills.

Fire Life safety knowledge in project planning and administration

Knowledge and experience in organizational effectiveness and operations management

Knowledge of business and management principles and practice

Knowledge of financial and accounting principles and practices

Knowledge of human resource principles and practices

Knowledge of project management principles and practices

Information technology skills

Key Competencies

Critical thinking and problem solving skills

Planning and organizing

Decision-making

Communication skills

Persuasiveness

Influencing and leading

Delegation

Team work

Negotiation

Conflict management

Adaptability

Other

Valid driver's license with clear driving record

Ability to work a full time schedule

Available for travel, which may include nights and weekends to accommodate customer's schedule

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