About Our Client

Our client is the modern evolution of a stable, 20-year industry leader in the outdoor lighting space. Originally founded in 2006, the company underwent a strategic rebrand in 2024 to focus on year-round growth and expansion into large-scale commercial projects and municipal contracts.
With a database of over 3,500 customers and a reputation for excellence, the company is currently in a high-growth phase.The owner is a recognized authority in the field, currently serving as the President of the national Association for Outdoor Lighting, ensuring the team stays at the forefront of industry trends and safety standards.

The Opportunity

As the Operations Manager, you will serve as the "nerve center" of the organization. This is a pivotal "bridge" role designed to balance office efficiency with the logistical demands of field-based lighting projects. The CEO is looking for an experienced leader to take over daily operations—managing the office, field coordination, and external vendors—so he can pivot his focus toward revenue generation and strategic scaling.
Your success in this role will directly impact the company's ability to scale along the Florida coast, with the potential for this position to evolve into a Director of Operations or General Manager role as new locations are established.

The Location

This is an onsite position located at the headquarters in the St. Petersburg/Clearwater area. While the role is primarily office-based, you will be responsible for holding the field teams accountable for their performance and site standards. 

What You Will Do

• Field & Contractor Coordination: Manage the master calendar for 12+ full-time employees and various sub-contractors to ensure maximum labor efficiency.
• Team Leadership: Act as the direct supervisor for internal staff and outside vendors, scaling the team from 12 members to upwards of 50 during the peak seasonal "ramp-up."
• Operational Stability: Define and execute marketing plans, manage vendor relationships, and oversee the transition of digital aspects to third-party partners.
• Recruitment & Onboarding: Lead the hiring and training efforts during critical quarterly growth periods.
• Process Improvement: Improve internal workflows for lead intake and billing while ensuring continued stability within the office environment.

Who You Are

• Industry Veteran: You bring 3–5+ years of experience in operations management, specifically within home services (HVAC, Electrical, Landscaping, or Construction).
• Organized Leader: You possess exceptional organizational skills and remain unruffled during high-volume, complex scheduling seasons.
• Accountability-Driven: You are comfortable managing personnel and have the professional "backbone" to make difficult hiring and performance decisions to maintain high quality.
• Tech-Savvy: You are proficient in managing field service software (CRM) and digital vendors to ensure data accuracy.

The Ideal Candidate is a seasoned operations professional who understands the unique rhythms of a service-based business. You do not need specific lighting experience, as the technical aspects can be taught; however, you must have a proven track record of managing field personnel and logistics.
Note on Seasonal Commitment: Due to the nature of the industry, it is a requirement to work through the busy year-end periods (excluding the actual holidays). To balance this, the company provides an extended break in the summer.

Why Join the Team?

• Performance Incentives: Performance-based incentives tied to profitability and customer satisfaction.
• Future Growth: Opportunity to move into executive leadership as the company expands geographically.
• Benefits: 401k (after 12 months), 2 weeks paid vacation, paid holidays, and company-provided technology (laptop/phone) and attire.

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About Naviga Recruiting & Executive Search

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