Operations Manager

Job overview

The Operations Manager role is onsite on Kauai, with the listing location in Kapaa, HI; candidates must reside on Kauai or plan to relocate. Compensation is not specified. Williams Construction is a design-build firm that conceptualizes, designs, and builds homes on Kauai. The manager oversees daily operations with a focus on people and processes, leading a cross-functional team and coordinating between leadership, the owner, and clients. The role supports productivity, communication, project visibility, team development, and company culture as the firm delivers residential design-build work.

What you'll do

• Manage daily operations and a team of up to 40, including project managers, tradespeople, designers, architects, and administrative support. Liaise between leadership and the owner
• analyze processes and systems and recommend improvements
• support team morale and culture through hands-on management
• maintain general awareness of project status
• and recommend and implement leadership development opportunities.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

operations manager

kapaa hi

williams construction

design-build

residential construction

kauai

team leadership

process improvement

project operations

leadership development

medical benefits

401(k) match

paid holidays

relocation to kauai

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Competitive base salary, annual bonus potential, medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, company-paid holidays, and leadership development opportunities.

Why this role

The posting seeks 7+ years in operations, project management, or similar work in construction or hospitality operations, plus 5–7 years managing diverse cross-functional teams.

About the employer

Williams Construction LLC is hiring for this role. Industry: New Single-Family Housing Construction (except For-Sale Builders). Sector: 23.