Electrical Construction Operations Manager

Diamond Peak Recruiting; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 158,000 - 193,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Leadership role

Columbus market impact

Growth potential

Job summary

Diamond Peak Recruiting seeks an experienced Electrical Construction Operations Manager in the Columbus, OH area. The role focuses on overseeing electrical construction operations, project execution, and leadership of project teams across multiple sites, with a preference for multifamily projects.

This leadership position emphasizes client relationships, safety, and on-time, on-budget delivery, with a competitive benefits package and growth opportunities in a growing contractor market.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of electrical construction experience.
• Operations/leadership experience in construction.
• Multifamily electrical construction experience strongly preferred.
• General commercial electrical construction experience also considered.
• Experience managing multiple projects and teams.
• Strong scheduling, estimating, and project financials knowledge.
• Ability to lead PMs, supers, and field personnel.
• Solid knowledge of safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day electrical construction operations across multiple projects.
• Lead and support Project Managers, Superintendents, and field teams.
• Monitor project schedules, budgets, manpower, materials, and performance.
• Coordinate with clients, general contractors, subcontractors, vendors, and internal teams.
• Ensure projects are safe, on schedule, and compliant with contracts.
• Review progress and flag issues that could affect schedule or profitability.
• Provide guidance to project teams throughout construction.
• Assist with resource planning and staffing.
• Build and maintain relationships with customers and partners.
• Help establish and improve operational processes and standards.
• Support growth opportunities within the Columbus market.

Skills

Electrical construction

Leadership

Project management

Team development

Client relationships

Scheduling

Safety standards

Job description

Columbus, OH | Up to $175,000 Base Salary

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Construction Operations Manager to oversee electrical construction operations and project execution for a growing contractor in the Columbus market.

The ideal candidate will have strong experience managing electrical construction operations, with a preference for candidates who have worked extensively on multifamily projects. Candidates with a strong background in general commercial electrical construction will also be considered.

This is a leadership position focused on project performance, field operations, team leadership, client relationships, and overall execution.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day electrical construction operations across multiple projects.
• Lead and support Project Managers, Superintendents, and field teams.
• Monitor project schedules, budgets, manpower, materials, and overall project performance.
• Coordinate with clients, general contractors, subcontractors, vendors, and internal teams.
• Help ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, and according to contract requirements.
• Review project progress and identify potential issues before they impact schedule or profitability.
• Provide guidance and support to project teams throughout the construction process.
• Assist with resource planning, manpower allocation, and project staffing.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with customers and project partners.
• Help establish and improve operational processes and standards.
• Support business growth and help identify opportunities within the Columbus market.
• Ensure safety, quality, and company standards are consistently maintained.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in electrical construction.
• Previous experience in an operations, senior project management, or construction leadership role.
• Multifamily electrical construction experience strongly preferred.
• General commercial electrical construction experience will also be considered.
• Experience managing multiple projects and project teams.
• Strong understanding of electrical construction processes, scheduling, estimating, and project financials.
• Ability to lead and develop Project Managers, Superintendents, and field personnel.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively with owners, general contractors, subcontractors, and internal teams.
• Strong knowledge of construction safety and quality standards.
• Up to $175,000 base salary
• Competitive benefits package
• Leadership opportunity with a growing electrical contractor
• Opportunity to play a key role in the Columbus market
• Long-term growth potential

Why This Opportunity?

This is a great opportunity for an experienced electrical construction leader who wants to take ownership of operations and have a direct impact on project execution and company growth.

Multifamily electrical experience is highly preferred, but strong commercial electrical construction leaders are encouraged to apply.