Posting Title: Manager, Division Assets
Reports To: Vice President, Operations - Energy
Location: San Jose, California | Remote
Salary Range: $118,500 to $156,000
Final determination of a successful candidate's starting pay will vary based on a number of factors, including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, education and experience. The pay scale listed for this position is generally for candidates that meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed on this specific job description. We provide a competitive compensation package that recognizes your experience, credentials, and education alongside a robust benefits program to meet your needs. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets.
WHO WE ARE
For more than 70 years, Cupertino Electric, Inc. (CEI) has been powered by people who've built a reputation for delivering high-profile, complex projects. Real, tangible things that alter the landscape and improve lives. But even more than that, we've built a reputation for integrity. We're problem solvers and innovation seekers. We're team players and safety fanatics. And we always-always-do the right thing. Even when no one is looking. Because what we do here is important, but how we do it is everything.
THE ENERGY TEAM
Our Energy Group at CEI builds projects from the field to the grid. Whether it's a solar, battery storage, substation, EV charging, microgrid or converter station project, our skilled project managers, engineers and field employees deliver when it matters most. We work with customers on programs of all sizes-those spanning several smaller sites or spanning several thousand acres. Besides building some of the nation's largest utility-scale solar plants and installing more EV charging stations in California than any other contractor, we are dedicated to running a business that is environmentally responsible.
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are a world-class electrical contractor seeking an Asset Manager for our Energy Division to lead all aspects of our asset management operations. This leadership role is responsible for the financial performance, lifecycle management, compliance, and operational efficiency of all Divisional assets. The ideal candidate brings deep experience in asset-intensive environments, strong analytical skills, and a track record of driving operational excellence across a complex, distributed organization. The ideal candidate will be a proven leader with a strong track record of building, mentoring, and managing distributed across multiple locations. This role requires a hands-on, strategic leader who can foster a high-performance culture, drive accountability, and develop scalable systems to support rapid growth and operational excellence. The Manager must demonstrate the ability to structure and align diverse field and back-office teams, build cross-functional collaboration, and effectively lead through change.
Oversee the full lifecycle of Division assets including heavy equipment, tools, jobsite technology, and the like.
Lead Asset Management for a Division that is responsible for equipment, maintenance, tools, rentals, procurement, and logistics.
Establish and monitor KPIs to drive utilization, uptime, cost control, and forecasting accuracy.
Manage asset-related budgets, capital planning, and forecasting in coordination with finance.
Ensure Division-wide compliance with DOT, OSHA, and environmental regulations.
Develop and enforce Division-wide standards for asset use, maintenance, and safety.
Oversee deployment and adoption of technology platforms such as GPS tracking, telematics, and asset management software.
Partner with operations and construction leadership to align asset strategy with project needs.
Drive cost recovery initiatives through effective internal rental models and chargeback systems.
Collaborate with IT, Safety, and Finance to integrate systems and ensure end-to-end visibility.
Manage external equipment rental strategy, including vendor relationships, competitive rate negotiation, and fulfillment performance monitoring.
Act as a strategic partner to project teams, providing consultative support on asset planning, logistics, and jobsite needs.
Utilize analytics and performance dashboards to evaluate cost efficiency, identify underutilized assets, and inform capital planning decisions.
Develop multi-year asset and fleet strategies aligned with long-term company growth, project delivery requirements, and sustainability goals.
ABOUT YOU
Strong understanding of asset accounting principles, depreciation, and capital budgeting.
Familiarity with compliance requirements including DOT, OSHA, and EPA regulations.
Demonstrated experience implementing asset management or telematics systems.
Excellent communication, change management, and leadership skills.
Experience with utility-scale renewables projects is a plus.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience in electrical or specialty construction industry.
Working knowledge of ERP systems such as JDE, CMiC, or similar.
CRITICAL SUCCESS FACTORS
Ability to balance tactical urgency with strategic planning.
Strong cross-functional communicator and negotiator.
Service-oriented mindset focused on internal customer satisfaction.
Skilled in vendor negotiation and contract oversight.
Proficient in equipment tracking systems and data-driven decision-making using tools such as Microsoft Excel and Power BI.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities as well as possession of any required licenses or certifications is qualifying.
Education: High School Diploma or GED required. Bachelor's degree in Business, Logistics, or related field preferred.
Experience: 10+ years of experience in asset management, fleet operations, or related functions within construction or industrial sectors. 5+ years in a senior leadership role with direct oversight of multiple departments.
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*Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for sponsorship.
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CEI is a place where every single person can-and does-have an impact on the work we do and the communities we serve. Here, you can build your own story and grow to your full potential. You can collaborate and celebrate with amazing people. And you'll go home every day knowing you helped contribute to important work that shapes people's lives. Our commercial, data center and energy projects may be complex, but our approach is simple. We build great things and we do it with great people.
The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department, program or project needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.
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Cupertino Electric, Inc. (CEI) is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.
