Job Title: Operations Manager - Electrical Projects
Job Description
The Operations Manager oversees electrical projects from initial concept through final closeout, combining hands-on field knowledge with office-based project management. This role suits an experienced electrician or field professional who is ready to transition into a predominantly office-based position while still staying closely connected to field operations. The Operations Manager leads a small team, manages estimating and job costing, coordinates directly with clients and crews, and ensures projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget.
Responsibilities
Own electrical projects end-to-end from pre-construction through closeout, ensuring quality, safety, and client satisfaction.
Build projects from scratch, including estimating, planning, scheduling, execution oversight, and client reporting.
Perform detailed estimating and job costing to support accurate proposals and profitable project delivery.
Take field measurements when drawings are not available to support accurate planning and installation.
Coordinate directly with clients to clarify scope, manage expectations, and provide regular project updates.
Collaborate with field crews to plan labor, sequence work, and resolve issues that arise during construction.
Step into the field when needed to support crews, verify site conditions, and help keep projects on track.
Manage and lead a team of approximately six electricians and field staff, providing direction, support, and performance oversight.
Apply a strong understanding of electrical scopes, labor planning, and production to optimize project outcomes.
Prepare and maintain project documentation, including plans, schedules, and progress reports.
Support plan design and review to ensure constructability and alignment with project requirements.
Demonstrate accountability for all aspects of assigned projects in a small-company, high-ownership environment.
Essential Skills
Electrical experience with approximately 10+ years of experience in the field at a journeyman or lead electrician level.
Proven experience in electrical construction, including strong understanding of electrical scopes and installations.
Hands-on experience that supports accurate field measurement, troubleshooting, and practical decision-making.
Demonstrated ability to manage or lead crews, including supervision of electricians and field staff.
Experience with project management activities such as planning, scheduling, and overseeing project execution.
Ability to perform estimating and job costing for electrical projects.
Strong labor planning and production management skills to optimize crew efficiency and project timelines.
Effective communication skills with the ability to interface confidently with both clients and field crews.
Comfort working in a small-company environment with high accountability and broad responsibilities.
Comfort transitioning from primarily field-based work to a predominantly office-based operations and project management role.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Prior experience as an estimator or lead electrician with estimating responsibilities is a strong plus.
Experience in operations management or operational oversight in an electrical or construction setting.
Familiarity with plan design and interpreting drawings for electrical projects.
OSHA training or certification is preferred for candidates coming from the field, with support available for additional training as needed.
No college degree required for this role.
No formal professional certifications required, though relevant credentials are welcomed.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in documentation, planning, and reporting.
Ability to balance office responsibilities with occasional field involvement as project needs dictate.
Work Environment
field professional to move off the tools and into operations and project management. Typical work hours are approximately 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM, with overtime expected as needed in line with a salaried position. The organization offers a pension plan upon permanent employment, full medical benefits, and a generous time-off package that includes two weeks of paid time off plus one week of sick time. The work environment emphasizes close coordination between office and field, direct client interaction, and the use of standard office and project management tools to plan, estimate, and track electrical projects.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of West Babylon, NY.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $60.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in West Babylon,NY.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 14, 2026.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
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Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
About Actalent
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Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.
