Operations Manager

Electrical Operations Manager

KODIAK Construction Recruiting & Staffing

Charleston, South Carolina, United States (On-site)

Our client is entering an exciting new phase of growth and leadership transition—and we’re looking for a proven operations leader to help shape what comes next.

This is not just another operations role.

This is a hands-on operational leadership opportunity for a technical expert who can strengthen project performance, field execution, overall project financial well-being, and team development, with the potential for expanded responsibility based on demonstrated success.

Compensation & Benefits

📍 Charleston, NC

🏢 Full-Time |Leadership

🚗 In-Office | Travel to Project Sites

Compensation & Benefits

Base Salary: $180,000 - $250,000

• $600 Monthly Car Allowance
• Company Cell Phone or Reimbursement
• Company Laptop
• Company Credit Card
• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• Relocation package for the right candidate
• Leadership Development & Professional Growth Opportunities
• YOU MUST HAVE 10yrs COMMERCIAL ELECTRICAL EXPERIENCE

What You’ll Own

• Lead all electrical construction operations across the company
• Oversee project management, field teams, and operational performance
• Drive consistency in execution, scheduling, and staffing
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and profitably
• Partner with leadership on growth strategy and operational improvements

💰 What You’ll Drive

• Job cost, labor productivity, and margin performance
• Forecasting and financial oversight across multiple projects
• Operational efficiency and scalable processes
• Continuous improvement in execution and delivery

👥 What You’ll Build

• Develop PMs, superintendents, and future leaders
• Strengthen accountability and communication across teams
• Help build the next generation of operational leadership

WHAT WILL CATCH OUR EYE:

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering , or related field experience
• 10+years of progressive leadership experience and team development
• 10+ years in commercial electrical construction projects execution and operations
• Proven experience leading multiple projects, divisions or operational teams and locations
• Strong financial acumen (job cost, margins, forecasting)
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to summarize key operational issues into actionable, executive-ready recommendations.
• Commercial, industrial, institutional, or infrastructure electrical construction background

WHAT WOULD BE A BONUS:

• Experience with large-scale or complex projects
• Familiarity with BIM, prefabrication, Lean Construction, or advanced operational systems
• Experience developing operational leaders and high-performing teams
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