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Construction Operations Manager

Goodwin Recruiting
Joliet, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 12/8/2025 CLOSED ON 1/6/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Operations Manager position at Goodwin Recruiting?

A fast-growing exterior remodeling company is looking for a Construction Operations Manager ready to bring structure, consistency, and strong field leadership to a busy workflow. This role functions as the operational Integrator for the leadership team — the person who keeps projects moving from sale → scheduling → install → closeout without the wheels coming off.


Construction Operations Manager Benefits & Compensation:

Healthcare: 100% employer covered

401(k) with wealth management advisor

Brand-new GMC trucks for company & personal use

Yearly performance based bonus!


Construction Operations Manager Requirements & Qualifications:

Strong background in construction, exterior remodeling, roofing/siding

Experience overseeing multiple crews and coordinating 5–8 trades

Ability to manage job readiness, scheduling, and daily production flow

Hands-on ability to conduct jobsite inspections, punch lists, and repairs oversight

Comfort operating as the Integrator for leadership: implementing processes and maintaining communication flow

Experience managing or supporting Project Managers; holding teams accountable to documentation and standards

Comfort partnering with office staff on job files, invoices, reports, and scheduling

U.S. citizenship (required)


Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

Oversee project movement from sale → scheduling → install → closeout

Conduct jobsite audits, quality checks, punch lists, and closeout reviews

Align PM workload, assign jobs, and monitor accountability

Troubleshoot field issues quickly; support crews with hands-on solutions

Ensure accurate measurement reports, documentation, and invoicing

Maintain scheduling accuracy and workflow consistency

Serve as the internal resource for the sales team on installation procedures

Maintain clean and consistent communication across sales, production, PMs, and office staff


Construction Operations Manager Preferred Background & Skills:

Experience scaling residential construction or exterior remodeling operations

Process improvement experience

Ability to coach and develop PMs and field teams

Experience managing coordination across multiple trades in a fast-paced environment

Highly organized with strong operational instincts

Salary : $120,000 - $165,000

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