What are the responsibilities and job description for the Waterfront Operations Manager position at Commercial Recreation Specialists?
Are you an operations leader who thrives on coordinating people, projects, and logistics? Do you enjoy solving complex challenges while leading teams to success? If you're ready to take ownership of a large-scale waterfront operation, join our team as a full-time Waterfront Operations Manager at Commercial Recreation Specialists (CRS)!
WHAT YOU'LL GAIN BY JOINING OUR TEAM
At CRS, you'll join a company that believes meaningful work should also be enjoyable. We foster a collaborative culture where employees support one another, embrace new challenges, and take pride in creating incredible recreation spaces for communities.
This position offers a competitive salary of $80,000 - $95,000 annually based on experience, participation in the CRS Group Incentive Program, and the potential for additional department performance incentives.
We also provide a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, life insurance, HSA/FSA options, paid time off, a 401(k), and more.
Best of all, applying is easy through our quick, mobile-friendly application process.
DISCOVER WHO WE ARE
Since 1999, Commercial Recreation Specialists (CRS) has partnered with communities, schools, municipalities, and organizations to create recreation spaces that bring people together, inspire active lifestyles, and enhance the places where people live, learn, and play. From aquatic and waterfront amenities to parks and recreational destinations, CRS delivers innovative solutions that leave a lasting impact on the communities it serves. When you join CRS, you'll become part of a supportive, team-oriented culture that values collaboration, continuous learning, and having fun while doing meaningful work. With exciting projects, opportunities for professional growth, and a shared mission of inspiring the human spirit through recreation, CRS offers a rewarding place to build a long-term career.
THE QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience managing field operations, projects, logistics, personnel, or related functions
- Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving abilities
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Proficiency with business software, including email, spreadsheets, word processing, and presentation tools
- Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities
- Ability to read and interpret technical documents, site plans, drawings, and reports
- Basic math and analytical skills
- Experience using Monday.com for project management, scheduling, workflow management, and reporting
- Ability to push/pull up to 100 pounds
- Bachelor's degree in project management, logistics, a related field, or equivalent experience preferred
- PMP certification is a plus
- SCUBA/diving experience or certification is a plus
ABOUT THIS WATERFRONT OPERATIONS MANAGER ROLE
This full-time position typically works Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Due to seasonal operations, availability during evenings and weekends may occasionally be required for field support.
As our Waterfront Operations Manager, you will oversee approximately 160 waterfront installation and take-down projects annually while directing schedules, staffing, routing, equipment, and resources. You will support field crews, manage operational priorities, oversee warehouse and repair functions, review project costing and logistics, and drive process improvements throughout the department. Your leadership will help ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and with exceptional quality.
TAKE THE HELM OF YOUR NEXT CAREER MOVE
If you're ready to lead large-scale operations, develop high-performing teams, and play a vital role in creating memorable recreational experiences, we'd love to meet you. Our mobile-friendly application is short, simple, and takes just minutes to complete. Apply now for our Waterfront Operations Manager opportunity!
Must have the ability to pass a background check.
Salary : $80,000 - $95,000