Electrical Operations Manager

1 week ago

Chicago, Illinois, United States VIATechnik Full time
Job Title: Electrical Operations Manager

VIATechnik is seeking an experienced Electrical Operations Manager to join our team. As an Electrical Operations Manager, you will be responsible for managing the electrical VDC engineers on complex projects, guiding a team of individuals with varying personalities, and providing leadership and guidance on electrical projects.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage the budget and revenue of electrical projects
  • Define objectives and key results goals for the year and manage the achievement of these OKRs
  • Provide leadership and guidance on electrical projects to individual electrical VDC engineers and managers
  • Support the growth of direct reports by providing learning opportunities both technically and professionally
  • Analyze team processes and procedures and develop process enhancement strategies

Requirements:

  • 7+ years of experience working with electrical subcontractors in various aspects of business, including project management, field construction, business accounting and contracts, and utilizing KPIs to manage the team OR working with a general contractor managing electrical trades
  • Management-level experience within the construction industry leading a team of 5-7 people
  • Knowledge of Lean Construction, Agile, Six Sigma, and other process-improvement methodologies
  • Experience with managing direct reports and their professional development
  • Experience generating estimates and budgets for potential project opportunities
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to plan initiatives and delegate work to achieve success
  • Ability to identify potential conflicts, resolve them, and facilitate solutions
  • Ability to identify and mitigate project risk
  • Broad knowledge of VDC standards within the electrical construction industry

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Knowledge of project controls and methodologies to ensure projects are executed on schedule and have a high-quality standard
  • Prefabrication knowledge in the electrical realm
  • Understanding of common software used within VDC such as Revit, Excel, Autodesk Construction Cloud/BIM360, Bluebeam, and other Autodesk construction-focused software
  • Knowledge of some Revit-based plugins for electrical detailing such as Evolve Electrical and Allied BIM
  • Strong knowledge of software and technology related to the electrical contracting industry
  • Proficient knowledge of electrical building systems, including design, fabrication, and installation
  • Knowledge of a broad range of electrical systems including power, lighting, AV, low voltage, telecommunications, fire alarm, etc.
  • Strong technical experience implementing new software
  • Business administration experience
  • Customer relations and satisfaction experience

Compensation and Benefits:

  • The pay for this position is $115,000+, and the role is eligible for bonuses
  • Health insurance with the choice of five plan options
  • Dental and vision insurance
  • Open and flexible time off
  • A 401(k) plan that is fully vested immediately
  • Home office setup costs
  • Paid holidays

VIATechnik is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to that individual's race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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