AE2S (Advanced Engineering and Environmental Services, LLC) · 1 day ago
Assistant Operations Manager
Rapid City, SD
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expAE2S is an award-winning, specialized civil/environmental engineering consulting firm seeking an Assistant Operations Manager. This role supports the Operations Manager in ensuring operational excellence and efficient project delivery while fostering strong client relationships and staff development.
Manufacturing
Responsibilities
Support the Operations Manager in coordinating project staffing and inter-office workload distribution in collaboration with senior office staff for assigned team
Assist with technical and financial oversight for the office, including monitoring project performance, utilization, and key financial indicators to identify areas requiring action
Participate in office-level planning activities to ensure alignment with company goals and priorities
Manage or assist with assigned projects, ensuring delivery meets AE2S’s standards of quality, schedule, and client expectations
Maintain technical proficiency by dedicating approximately 65–70% of time to billable project work, as determined by the Operations Manager
Support efficient resource allocation and workload balance within project teams
Support the Operations Manager in monitoring and managing financial performance to ensure competitive profitability targets are achieved
Track key financial data (billings, write-offs, accounts receivable, project profits, project variance, etc.) and assist in developing solutions to issues
Contribute to office-level business planning discussions and support implementation of tactics that improve performance and efficiency
Support the Operations Manager with general employee management activities including performance evaluations, performance management, and employment decisions for assigned team
Assist with recruiting, interviewing, and onboarding of new team members within assigned team
Mentor and coach team members to support professional growth and continuous learning
Conduct annual performance reviews, goal setting, and periodic professional development meeting with assigned team
Support client relationship management by maintaining and strengthening connections with existing and potential clients within the office’s service area
Assist the Operations Manager and Client Program Leaders with business development activities, including the identification, pursuit, and management of project opportunities
Participate in proposal preparation, marketing efforts, and client presentations as requested
Support daily office operations including workspace organization, maintenance, and safety compliance
Promote and uphold AE2S’s commitment to a safe, productive, and supportive work environment
Lead by example in demonstrating professionalism, integrity, and teamwork
Qualification
Required
Associate degree in engineering, engineering technology, business or related field and 5 years of experience in civil engineering OR
Bachelor's degree in engineering, engineering technology, business or related field and 3 years of experience in civil engineering
Ability to travel as required for operations, projects, and client engagements
Preferred
Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) or the ability to obtain within 12 months
Excellent written or verbal communication skills with clients, colleagues, and the public
Demonstrated ability to lead internal initiatives and external projects as part of a collaborative team
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities effectively in a fast-paced environment
Ability to work well with diverse teams and delegate tasks appropriately
Benefits
100-percent paid Family Health Insurance
100-percent paid Employee Dental, Short- & Long-Term Disability, and Vision Insurance
Discretionary Bonus Plan
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Matching 401(k) Contributions with Discretionary Profit Sharing Contributions
Paid Time Off (PTO) Credits for Past Experience
Paid Parental Leave
Wellness Program
Company
AE2S (Advanced Engineering and Environmental Services, LLC)
AE2S is a specialized civil/environmental consulting engineering firm that provides professional services and our unique brand of extreme client service to clients in the upper Midwest and Rocky Mountain region.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Grant Meyer
Chief Executive Officer
Tomas Solc
Chief Financial Officer
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