CES Consultants, Inc- Program Management & Construction Management Department

Position Title: Operations Manager / Chief of Staff

Reports To: SVP, PM/CM Department
Company: CES Consultants, Inc. (CES)
Location: Broward Office – Pembroke Pines, FL - primarily in-office role with occasional travel to project sites as needed.
Job Type: Full-Time

Company Overview

CES Consultants, Inc. seeks a proactive, ambitious and resourceful program management professional for the role of Operations Manager / Chief of Staff within our Program Management and Construction Management (PM/CM) Department. This role supports the Senior Vice President in departmental operations, strategic initiatives, and performance tracking. It offers substantial exposure to executive-level decision-making, business development and operational strategy as well as access to great clients, suitable for a candidate experienced enough to immediately contribute yet eager for mentorship and growth.

Key Responsibilities:

Operational Management:

• Serve as Chief of Staff, participating in critical meetings and assisting in overall department management.
• Oversee and optimize day-to-day operations and proactively address operational challenges.
• Develop and implement procedures to enhance operational efficiency and productivity.

Project Oversight & Coordination:

• Organizing monthly meetings between the SVP and CES’s Program Management leads to review planning, scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation issues related to their assigned program(s).
• Monitor projects and collect data to track status and earned value of active projects/programs to ensure adherence to authorized schedules and budgets.
• Help drive compliance with company policies, industry standards, and safety regulations as we scale up the organization.

Financial & Resource Management:

• Collaborate with SVP and finance teams to manage departmental forecasts, track expenditures, and ensure timely invoicing.
• Optimize staffing and resource use for maximum efficiency as we scale up the department.
• Support contract administration and subconsultant management.

Team Leadership & Development:

• Foster collaboration, forthrightness, accountability, and continuous learning within the team. Serve as a champion for a positive, team-oriented hyper-collaborative business culture.
• Manage recruitment efforts aligned with department or client objectives.
• As the department scales up, mentor team members and support professional development and departmental goal alignment.

Reporting & Communication:

• Prepare detailed reports on operational performance, project statuses, and key metrics.
• Maintain effective communication with senior leadership, project teams, clients, and stakeholders.
• Ad hoc reports and studies to support departmental operations

Key Deliverables:

The following deliverables are critical to driving operational excellence and supporting the scaling of CES’s PM/CM Department. The Operations Manager / Chief of Staff will help  lead these initiatives in collaboration with other CES departments to help achieve the SVP’s strategic vision.

Qualifications

Required Skills and Experience:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in engineering or construction management; or an MBA with at least 3 years’ experience developing public infrastructure.
• Experience: Minimum 5-7 years of progressive experience in program management, project management, construction management, engineering operations, or related roles. Must have more than three years of combined experience working on county, municipal or utility Capital Improvement Programs.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong leadership potential and business acumen.
• Exceptional organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in project management software and operational data analytics.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Self-motivated, enterprising and enthusiastic professional

Preferred Qualifications:

• PMP certification or equivalent credentials.
• More than 5 years of previous experience in an Owner’s Representative or PM/CM role.
• Experience in contract administration and vendor management within the AEC industry.

Company Benefits:

We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package to qualified candidates. The employee compensation package includes Employer premium cost share contributions to all employees and their families. The benefit healthcare coverage package includes medical, dental, and vision, 401k with company contributions, Personal Time Off (PTO), and 100% company-paid Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability. Additional Voluntary benefits include Long-Term Disability, Voluntary Life Insurance for employee/spouse/child(ren), and the opportunity to enroll in Health Flex Spending.

Equal Opportunity Employer

CES is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative-action employer.  We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law or regulations in the locations where we work.

Company Overview:

CES Consultants, Inc., is a rapidly expanding civil infrastructure engineering firm dedicated to excellence.  At CES, teamwork drives our success as we deliver outstanding service and foster strong, lasting relationships with both our employees and clients. We are seeking passionate professionals to join us in our mission to develop innovative, sustainable solutions that strengthen communities and enhance resilience. Being part of our culture means:

• Thriving on challenges and the effort needed to solve them.

• Working with people who are positive, adaptable, and growth minded.
• Delivering quality work for our clients and investing in their success.
• Collaborating seamlessly and supporting one another as a team.