Director, Electrical Operations

ARCO • Chicago, IL • 11h ago

ABOUT YOU

Are you a passionate problem solver? Do you act with integrity and hold yourself and others to the highest standard? If the answer is, "Yes!" then we have an opportunity that will impress you. Who are we? We are ARCO, a Family of Construction Companies.

ARCO/Murray is seeking an Electrical Operations Manager to do estimating and project management work on medium & heavy industrial, advanced manufacturing and commercial design/build projects. You'll troubleshoot complex electrical issues, resolve design conflicts, coordinate with superintendents, and subcontractors to ensure systems perform reliably from rough-in to commissioning.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

We are dedicated to the well-being of our associates and are proud to be consistently recognized as a Best Place to Work. Our compensation and benefits package not only supports our associates and their families but benefits local communities and communities around the world.

Industry-leading performance-based bonus program

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Traditional and Roth 401k

Tuition reimbursement for associates

Scholarship for associates' children up to $28,000 per child

1-month paid sabbatical after every five years of employment, plus $5,000 for travel

1-week paid volunteer leave each year

100% charitable match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage

Paid parental leave

At ARCO, our first core value is to treat people fairly and do the right thing. We are committed to building and sustaining a culture that supports diversity and inclusion. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

From recruiting, training, and hiring practices to selecting our subcontractors, we understand that diversity of all those involved in the construction process enhances our ability to deliver the best solutions to our customers. We hire the best and the brightest from across the country - constructing a team of experts in architecture, design, engineering, project management, and business services.

A DAY IN THE LIFE

Responsible for all managerial and administrative aspects of a wide range of turn-key electrical projects including; estimating, scheduling, quality control, progress reports, progress billing, design review and coordination, cost reporting, safety, and proposal preparation

Gather project requirements directly from clients and facilitate preparation of working drawings

Work both independently and alongside management to prepare/submit project proposals

Attend client meetings to present project proposals and address client questions relating to cost, design, and scope of work

Ensure an accurate and complete project estimates that align with the scope(s) of contracted work

Manage RFI's, change-orders, and submittals throughout lifecycle of assigned project(s)

Manage internal project accounting requirements and track cost status of ongoing project(s)

Plan, coordinate, oversee, and maintain effective field operations and teams

Manage and address project close-out and/or warranty issues as they arise

NECESSARY QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline

5-7 years of experience managing electrical subcontractor projects in commercial construction; prior design/build project experience strongly preferred

Strong verbal and written communication skills with owners, general contractors, field teams, and design partners

Proven ability to review electrical plans, identify constructability issues, and develop solutions under tight schedules

Demonstrated competency in contract negotiation, scope management, and conflict resolution with project stakeholders

Willingness to travel to active job sites and client locations nationwide as required

MAKE YOUR MOVE

We are proud to be one of the fastest-growing, privately-owned companies in America, celebrating over 30 years of experience as design-build experts. We have completed over 6,300 design-build projects across 48 states and 48 major cities nationwide. We ranked #4 out of the top 100 design-build companies in the U.S. and #17 on ENR's Top 400 Contractors list of 2024.

Most importantly, our clients like us, trust us and want to do business with us. We are looking for people with the same enthusiasm, passion, and respect for the hard work that brought us to where we are today. Are you a person that can make a difference at ARCO? If the answer is, "Yes!" we look forward to meeting you.

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