Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Profit sharing
• Signing bonus
• Training & development

Hardscape Junior Operations Manager 

Company: Patio Wizards
Location: Columbus, OH and Surrounding Areas
Job Type: Full-Time
Work Environment: 70% Field / 30% Office


About Patio Wizards


Patio Wizards is a growing outdoor services company serving Columbus and Central Ohio. We specialize in paver restoration, paver repairs, patio installation, and outdoor improvement projects.


We're building a strong team and looking for a motivated, hands-on Junior Operations Manager who can help lead our field operations and support our continued growth.


This isn't a position for someone who wants to sit behind a desk all day. We're looking for someone who enjoys being in the field, working with crews, solving problems, and making sure projects get completed the right way.


If you have experience as a construction foreman, crew leader, field supervisor, or project coordinator and are ready to advance your career, we'd like to meet you.


Position Overview


The Junior Operations Manager will work directly with the owner to help oversee daily field operations, coordinate subcontractors, manage production schedules, inspect jobsites, and ensure projects meet our standards for quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.


Approximately 70% of your time will be spent in the field and 30% handling office-related responsibilities.


You'll be responsible for helping crews stay productive, solving problems before they become bigger issues, and keeping projects moving forward.


This is a leadership development position with the opportunity to grow into a full Operations Manager role.


Key Responsibilities


Field Operations & Crew Leadership — 70%


Jobsite Management

• Visit active jobsites daily to monitor progress, workmanship, and productivity.
• Ensure crews understand project scopes, expectations, and deadlines.
• Verify that jobs are set up correctly before production begins.
• Inspect paver restoration, cleaning, sanding, sealing, repair, and installation projects.
• Identify workmanship issues and coordinate corrections.
• Monitor jobsite safety, cleanliness, and professionalism.
• Perform final quality inspections before projects are considered complete.

Crew & Subcontractor Coordination

• Coordinate daily activities with subcontractors and crew leaders.
• Ensure crews arrive on time and are prepared for assigned projects.
• Help crews resolve field challenges involving materials, equipment, scheduling, or unexpected job conditions.
• Communicate expectations and hold crews accountable for quality and performance.
• Assist with recruiting, evaluating, and onboarding field personnel and subcontractors.
• Build strong working relationships with crews while maintaining professional accountability.

Project Execution

• Review project scopes and job requirements with crews.
• Verify proper materials and equipment are available.
• Monitor production progress against estimated labor and project schedules.
• Identify problems with paver systems, drainage, grading, and installation conditions.
• Coordinate solutions with the owner when project changes or additional approvals are needed.
• Help reduce callbacks, unnecessary delays, and rework.

Customer Communication

• Communicate professionally with homeowners during active projects.
• Provide project updates and address routine customer questions.
• Help resolve customer concerns before they escalate.
• Ensure customer property is protected throughout the project.
• Confirm completed work meets Patio Wizards' quality expectations.

Office & Administrative Operations — 30%


Scheduling & Planning

• Assist with preparing daily and weekly production schedules.
• Coordinate upcoming jobs with the sales and office teams.
• Confirm subcontractor availability.
• Plan material deliveries and equipment needs.
• Review upcoming project requirements and potential scheduling conflicts.

Job Costing & Performance Tracking

• Monitor job progress, subcontractor costs, and material usage.
• Compare actual production costs against project budgets.
• Report unexpected expenses or delays.
• Maintain accurate job notes, photos, and completion records.
• Help identify ways to improve productivity and profitability.

Team Communication

• Participate in weekly production planning meetings.
• Provide regular updates to the owner.
• Communicate scheduling changes and operational needs to office personnel.
• Help develop standard operating procedures and improve daily workflows.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in construction, landscaping, hardscaping, or a related field service industry.
• Experience as a crew leader, foreman, field supervisor, project coordinator, or similar role.
• Ability to lead and coordinate field crews and subcontractors.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple active projects and changing priorities.
• Good communication skills and a professional attitude.
• Comfortable using smartphones, job management software, email, and basic computer applications.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record for assigned driving duties.
• Ability to travel to jobsites throughout Central Ohio.
• Willingness to work outdoors and remain actively involved in field operations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with paver patios, hardscape construction, paver repairs, or restoration.
• Understanding of grading, drainage, compaction, and paver installation practices.
• Experience coordinating multiple crews or subcontractors.
• Familiarity with job costing, material ordering, and project scheduling.
• Experience conducting quality inspections and managing customer expectations.

You do not need to know everything about paver restoration or installation on day one. We are willing to train the right person who brings leadership ability, construction knowledge, accountability, and a strong work ethic.


What We're Looking For


The ideal candidate is someone who:

• Leads by example and earns the respect of field crews.
• Takes initiative without needing constant direction.
• Enjoys solving problems and making decisions.
• Understands the importance of completing jobs on time and within budget.
• Pays close attention to quality and details.
• Communicates clearly with customers, crews, and management.
• Is dependable, organized, and accountable.
• Wants to grow professionally and take on greater responsibility.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to walk and stand on uneven outdoor surfaces.
• Ability to visit active construction jobsites in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to bend, kneel, and inspect hardscape installations.
• Ability to occasionally assist with physical tasks when necessary.
• Ability to safely work around construction equipment and materials.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals to perform essential job functions.


What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Opportunity for performance-based compensation.
• Direct involvement in company operations and leadership.
• Hands-on training and professional development.
• Opportunity to advance into an Operations Manager position.
• A growing company where your contributions make a direct impact.
  
  

Career Growth


Our goal is to develop this position into a full Operations Manager role as Patio Wizards continues expanding.


The right candidate will have the opportunity to take on increasing responsibility for production, scheduling, crew development, and operational performance.


Apply Today


If you're a dependable, hands-on leader with construction or field operations experience who wants to grow into management, we encourage you to apply.


Submit your resume and tell us about your experience managing crews, coordinating projects, or overseeing field operations.


Patio Wizards is an equal opportunity employer.