Full-Time Coo

This position is based in Arroyo Grande, CA, and requires full-time, in-office/on-site presence. We are seeking qualified candidates that are available to start immediately. We strongly prefer local candidates or those with prior plans to relocate.

About Us

Since 1997 Papich Construction has successfully served clients across California and has helped build communities as a respected full-service General Engineering Contractor. We take pride in successfully owning and managing one of the largest equipment fleets in California as well as being a vertically integrated Heavy Civil Contractor specializing in Road & Highway, Emergency Response, Railway Infrastructure, Utility Infrastructure, Alternative Energy, Airport, Environmental Remediation, and Heavy Equipment Rental.

Our Expertise

We are known for our expertise and quality. It's how we are built – with the best people in the industry, with the reach and expertise to help at any and every step of the project, and with an approach that puts quality and safety at the center of everything we do, we're just built to be better.

Job Description

The Chief Operating Officer will plan, direct, coordinate, and oversee operations activities in the organization, ensuring that the organization is managed and performing efficiently and effectively. They will develop and implement efficient operations and cost-effective processes to meet current and future needs of the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Participates in the hiring and training of management-level staff in the company.
• Conducts performance evaluations that are timely and constructive.
• Manages discipline and termination of employees in accordance with company policy.
• Integrate new business units or resources through strategic growth plans.
• Establishes, implements, and communicates the strategic direction of the organization's operations division.
• Collaborates with executive leadership to develop and meet company goals while supplying expertise and guidance on operations and projects.
• Identifies, recommends, and implements new processes, technologies, and systems to improve and streamline organizational processes and use of resources and materials.
• Ensures that departmental decisions and project plans such as those for staffing, development, organization, material efficiency, equipment acquisitions, and facilities are in line with the organization's business plan and vision.
• Establishes, communicates, and implements operations-related policies, practices, standards, and security measures to ensure effective and consistent support and execution.
• Reviews and approves cost-control reports, cost estimates, and staffing requirements for projects.
• Maintains knowledge of emerging technologies and trends in operations management.
• Identifies training needs and ensures proper training is developed and provided.
• Implements policies and procedures that will improve day-to-day operations.
• Communicates and explains new directives, policies, or procedures to managers; for major changes, meets with entire operations staff to explain changes, answer questions, and maintain morale.
• Improves customer service and satisfaction through policy and procedural changes.
• Leads coordination and integration of efforts among operations, engineering, technology, and administrative staff to produce smoother workflow and more cost-effective business processes.
• Projects a positive image of the organization to employees, customers, industry, and community.

Requirements

• Building trust with the CEO: The foundation of any great CEO and COO relationship is trust. Drawing the map and keeping the organization on course because they are accountable for translating the vision and goals set by the leadership team into easily understood and actionable initiatives.
• Thorough understanding of practices, theories, and policies involved in the industry.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, or related software.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or another industry-related field required; MBA preferred.

What We Offer

• Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible Spending & Health Savings accounts