Chief Operating Officer [HT-962053]

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• CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER
• THE PERSON

Do you thrive on turning vision into action and helping teams succeed together? Are you passionate about building strong operations while honoring the people who make the work possible? Do you bring a balance of strategy and hands-on leadership, ready to step into the field as easily as the boardroom? If you are a decisive, collaborative leader who values curiosity and learning as much as results, we want to talk to you!

Our ideal COO is :

• Transparent Communicator –
• You share direction clearly, encourage dialogue at every level, and listen actively to ensure understanding across the organization.
• Hands-On Leader –
• You’re not confined to an office; you work shoulder to shoulder with the team, respecting every role and valuing the contributions of all employees.
• Curious and Humble
• – You ask thoughtful questions, observe before acting, and learn from the people around you. You avoid preconceived ideas and adapt by truly understanding how the business operates.
• Accountable and Decisive
• – You own outcomes, make timely, data-driven decisions without analysis paralysis, and instill confidence by following through from start to finish.
• Strategic Business Partner
• – You bring strong business acumen, guiding growth, financial health, and long-term planning while championing innovation.
• Empathetic Mentor
• – You coach and develop talent, celebrate wins, and foster a culture of integrity, humility, and respect.

Our ideal COO combines vision with curiosity, grit with humility. This is a leader who drives results while honoring the heritage of a family-owned business. You’ll enhance processes, shape growth, and create harmony between people and performance. At Mid Atlantic Contracting, your leadership will have a direct impact on scaling the company, supporting employees, and building a future where success is shared by all.

• RESPONSIBILITIES

The responsibilities of the COO role include, but are not limited to :

• Executive Leadership
• Guide the organization toward growth by translating strategic goals into a clear direction.
• Champion a collaborative, team-first environment rooted in respect and accountability.
• Inspire confidence through decisive action and consistent follow-through.
• Foster innovation and process improvement while preserving the company’s values.
• Management
• Oversee financial performance across the enterprise, including P&L and pro forma planning.
• Strengthen client retention, satisfaction, and acquisition through operational excellence.
• Lead employee growth and retention efforts by mentoring, coaching, and building efficiencies.
• Design and implement effective processes, tools, and metrics for proper labor and staffing levels.
• Manage multiple verticals and divisions, ensuring alignment and clarity across teams.
• Support and manage sales leaders in driving organizational revenue and market expansion.
• Accountability
• Hold teams responsible for process adoption and execution.
• Address escalated issues with fairness and clarity, serving as a sounding board and problem-solver.
• Ensure operational initiatives are carried through from concept to completion.
• Balance financial stewardship with people-first decision making.
• Make work engaging and rewarding, reinforcing the company’s passion for winning together.
• This is a full-time, in-person position based in the Woodbine, MD area\
• QUALIFICATIONS
• Required
• Minimum 5 years in an executive-level role such as COO, VP of Operations, or Director of Operations.
• Experience leading multiple divisions concurrently.
• Experience in a blue-collar service industry, managing diverse teams from hourly field staff to formally trained white-collar professionals.
• Commercial construction background, including fleet, safety programs, purchasing and facilities management.
• Proven financial planning and analysis expertise with P&L management and strategic opportunity development.
• Track record managing sales professionals and organizational growth of $20M–$50M in revenue.
• Preferred
• Career progression from field experience into leadership, demonstrating steady growth and success.
• Exposure to light manufacturing.
• Background in privately held or family-owned businesses.
• Enterprise risk management knowledge, including insurance, bonding, and HR risk oversight.
• Experience guiding growth from $20M–$100M in revenue.
• Involvement in merger and acquisition integration.
• Government contracting experience.
• Desired
• Exposure to multiple trades, including general contracting, wireless infrastructure, concrete contracting, metal fabrication and contract manufacturing.
• Experience scaling organizations from 10 employees to 500 employees.
• THE COMPANY – MID ATLANTIC CONTRACTING

Founded in 1995, Mid Atlantic Contracting (MAC) began as a regional general contractor serving commercial and government clients. Over the years, we have expanded into multiple specialties, evolving into a multi-division firm that includes general contracting, communications infrastructure, metal fabrication, contract manufacturing and concrete contracting.

Based in Woodbine, Maryland, our footprint covers Delaware, D.C., Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia, and south-central Pennsylvania. Our clients—from federal agencies to private developers—come back to us for our integration of hands-on technical capability, cross-disciplinary collaboration, and steadfast commitment to safety, budgets, and timelines.

MAC’s structure allows us to self-perform critical trades while coordinating subs, design, and infrastructure work holistically. As COO, you’ll oversee and align multiple operational arms, ensuring each division advances in harmony under a unified vision.

• WHY WORK WITH US?
• Beautiful rural location with access to major cities
• Highly experienced, passionate leadership team
• Collaborative culture that values growth and knowledge sharing
• Opportunities to design and implement scalable processes
• Autonomy and ownership of your role
• A variety of projects spanning wireless, custom builds, government, and concrete
• Work-life harmony as a top priority
• An environment that celebrates wins and enjoys the work
• OUR CORE VALUES :
• It’s Personal
• — We invest in relationships, win and learn together, and treat every team member with care.
• Inspire & Empower
• — Everyone leads and mentors; we grow each other regardless of title.
• Beyond the Box
• — We constantly challenge the possible in service to clients and our business.
• Grit
• — We choose positivity, act ethically, adapt, and press forward with determination.
• If you are a decisive, hands-on leader ready to grow a thriving company, then apply now!
• Salary :
• $180k - $210k base + performance-based incentives tied to company and individual goals
• Benefits :
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability, HSA / FSA, EAP, Wellness Benefits, Supplemental Health Benefits, 401(k), PTO

Job Type : Full-time

Pay : $180,000.00 - $210,000.00 per year

Benefits :
• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s) :

• 1. Please describe your experience serving in an executive-level operations role (COO, VP of Operations, or Director of Operations) for at least five years. What were your primary areas of responsibility?
• 2. Share an example of how you have successfully led multiple divisions or business units at the same time. How did you balance priorities across them?
• 3. Tell us about your experience managing teams that include both hourly field staff and white-collar professionals. How did you adapt your leadership style to different groups?
• 4. Describe your background in commercial construction operations, particularly related to fleet management, safety programs, purchasing, or facilities management.
• 5. Please provide an example of how you have managed P&L and used financial planning or analysis to identify and act on strategic growth opportunities, particularly in organizations with revenue between $20M and $50M.
• 6. What are your salary requirements? Please provide a specific number.

Work Location : In person