Chief Operating Officer (COO)
Summary
Leads operations for a portfolio of skilled-trade and facilities service companies in Northern Indiana, implementing software systems, automation, and AI tools to improve efficiency and scalability.
Position Overview
Sturges Company Holdings is seeking a highly capable Chief Operating Officer (COO) to lead and optimize the operational performance of a portfolio of companies operating in the skilled trades, facilities services, construction, and commercial real estate sector throughout Northern Indiana.
The COO will be responsible for streamlining operations across multiple affiliated companies, implementing modern software systems, workflow automation, and AI-enabled tools to improve efficiency, reporting, and operational performance.
This role requires strong experience in the management and operation of skilled-trade service businesses, including mechanical, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and facilities services. The COO will work closely with field service managers, administrative teams, and executive leadership to ensure operations are organized, efficient, and scalable.
The ideal candidate combines strong operational leadership with technical proficiency in business software and emerging AI tools, and has experience designing systems that improve how companies manage work orders, scheduling, estimating, financial tracking, and internal communication.
This position is full-time and onsite in Fort Wayne, Indiana, working closely with the executive team and operating company leadership.
About Sturges Company Holdings
Sturges Company Holdings (“SCH”) oversees a portfolio of companies operating in commercial real estate, construction, facilities management, and skilled trades services throughout Northeast Indiana. The organization supports a growing platform of operating companies focused on delivering high-quality services to commercial and institutional clients.
The company started as a family business and still operates like one today. SCH puts its people above profitability and encourages a strong culture across each company. SCH is looking to emphasize operational excellence, technology adoption, and long-term growth, with a focus on building efficient systems that support skilled trade professionals and service operations.