engineer impact, and build a legacy of excellence.Primary ResponsibilitiesHDR is looking for a Due Diligence and Planning Program Manager that is experienced with site selection, land development due diligence and master…
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Operations Manager jobs in Sacramento, CA
Operations managers keep the day-to-day machinery of a business running. They manage staffing, budgets, vendors, and processes, and look for ways to make the work faster, cheaper, and more reliable.
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learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world. HDR is looking for a project manager whose experience focuses on client development and delivery of front end due dili…
market.Business Development, Marketing and Practice Growth:Experience in the local and regional Civic + Justice market to aid local Managing Principal in growing those practicesCollaboration with our national civic archi…
$106.25k - $125k
Job TitleProject Manager, Project & Development ServicesJob Description SummaryThe Project Manager is responsible for the successful management of the design, planning and construction of real estate facilities projects,…
a chance to drive infrastructure forward, power innovation and leave your mark on our energy future.HDR is seeking a Power Program Manager to join our rapid-growth team to lead the planning and execution of programs and…
and build a legacy of excellence.In the role of Senior Project Manager, we'll count on you to: Direct and coordinate work of single... ...parameters of agreed-to budget and scheduleWork with the Accounting, Operational a…
water is more than a resource, it's a shared responsibility. As part of our Water Business Group, you’ll help shape how communities manage water for generations to come. From delivering safe drinking water and treating w…
safety, sustainable and resilient communities and quality of life. We bring together planners, engineers, architects, construction management staff, environmental, strategic communications, economists, management consult…
of our Water Business Group, you’ll help shape how communities manage water for generations to come. From delivering safe drinking... ...California Water Business Group. This role provides strategic, operational, and peo…
$75k - $90k
partners around the world, Via is recognized as the leading transportation technology and service provider globally. As a Operations Manager on Via’s Operations team, you are the force that keeps our services running rel…
Humboldt Pacific LLC is looking for a highly experienced Operations Manager to join our small, “family first” company. Humboldt Pacific LLC is a fuel transport company that safely transports bulk fuel (Jet A, JP8, AVGAS…
$95k - $115k
#We Are Hiring #Farm Managing #Beekeeping # Apiary #Agricultural Leadership A family-owned agricultural business based in Northern... ...candidate will oversee bilingual field crews, execute seasonal operational plans, a…
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What operations managers earn in Sacramento
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $31–$44 | $65k–$92k |
| Mid level | $44–$60 | $92k–$124k |
| Senior | $57–$80 | $119k–$167k |
Adjusted for the Sacramento market from national ranges.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
Process improvementTeam leadershipBudget managementVendor managementKPI reportingScheduling and staffingLean or Six Sigma methodsERP systemsProblem solving under pressure
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
Tell me about a process you made measurably more efficient.
Give the baseline metric, the change you made, and the result in cost, time, or quality. Explain how you got the team to adopt the new way.
How do you manage a team through a busy period or staffing shortage?
Talk about forecasting demand, cross-training, and prioritizing what can slip. Show you protect service quality and the team's limits at the same time.
How do you decide which operational metrics to track?
Tie metrics to what customers and the budget feel: throughput, quality, cost per unit, and safety. Mention avoiding dashboards nobody acts on.
Describe a time you had to cut costs without hurting quality.
Show a data-first approach: find waste, renegotiate with vendors, or fix rework loops before cutting people or materials that quality depends on.
Tell me about a vendor or supplier problem you resolved.
Describe holding the vendor to the agreement while keeping the relationship workable, and the backup plan you had ready.
How do you roll out a process change to a team that resists it?
Emphasize involving the people who do the work in designing the change, piloting it small, and showing early wins before mandating anything.
Walk me through your approach to an operational emergency, like a system outage or a missed shipment.
Show a calm sequence: stabilize, communicate to those affected, fix the immediate problem, then run a root-cause review so it does not repeat.
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Resume tips that move the needle
For operations managers specifically — generic advice costs you here
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Quantify the operation you ran: headcount, budget, locations, or units processed per period.
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Give cost and efficiency wins in dollars or percentages, with the baseline you improved from.
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Name the systems you worked in, such as NetSuite, SAP, or WMS platforms, since ops roles often screen on them.
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Include one people result, like retention or reduced overtime, to show you manage teams and not only spreadsheets.
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If you used Lean or Six Sigma methods, cite a specific project and its outcome rather than the belt alone.
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Where this role goes
Typical progression
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Operations Coordinator
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Operations Supervisor
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Operations Manager
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Senior Operations Manager
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Director of Operations
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