Electrical Division Manager

Goodwin Recruiting; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Goodwin Recruiting is seeking an Electrical Division Manager for Tulsa, OK to lead multi-project electrical efforts, drive profitability and safety, and mentor PMs, Superintendents, and field staff. The role focuses on quality, client satisfaction, and strong leadership across estimating, scheduling, and execution.

You will oversee budgets, risk management, and reporting, while building productive relationships with clients and owners in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• An Electrical Engineering degree or an Electrical Trade diploma.
• 15+ years in electrical construction, including at least 10 years as a Project Manager.
• 5+ years as a Senior Project Manager or in a higher role.
• At least 5 years leading large, complex, multi-million-dollar electrical projects in the public and/or private sector.
• Deep experience in: Electrical estimating and cost code setup; Cash flow schedules and buyouts; Productivity tracking and cost forecasting; Change management and conflict resolution; Scheduling; VDC processes and prefabrication.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Office.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and teamwork skills.
• Professional certifications preferred, such as an Oklahoma Electrical Contractor or Journeyman license, PMP, or OSHA 30.

Responsibilities

• Report to the VP of Construction and/or VP of Operations.
• Lead, train, and mentor multiple project teams, including Project Managers, Superintendents, Foremen, and support staff.
• Deliver projects that are profitable, injury-free, and meet or exceed quality standards, while building strong client relationships.
• Review and approve major project decisions, budgets, and schedules, and report to leadership on time and accurately.
• Review plans, specs, and GC schedules with project teams to find: Material and labor savings; Added costs missed at bid; Possible schedule impacts; Risk from unusual spec or scope requirements; Prefabrication opportunities.
• Enforce safety protocols and quality standards on every job site.
• Build and maintain strong client and owner relationships that lead to satisfaction and repeat business.
• Oversee construction estimates that use material cost and labor savings ideas.
• Oversee full project schedules, and set up and maintain project budgets.
• Train project teams to keep accurate, current reports in line with company SOPs. This covers financials, cost, staffing forecasts, QA/QC, safety, time tracking, and monthly billing.
• Assess and reduce risk through regular reviews of schedules, job site conditions, material lead times, specs, and client requirements or requests.
• Attend or run monthly project status meetings.
• Identify and attend key client- and owner-led project meetings.
• Report to the client or owner any issues, constraints, or conditions outside the company's control that affect, or could affect, project schedule, cost, or safety.
• Spot and develop strong leadership talent within the division.
• Find improvements that raise safety and productivity, cut costs, shorten schedules, and strengthen client relationships.
• Set leadership goals for the division and its projects, and build a positive team culture.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Negotiation

Self-starter

Detail-oriented

Risk management

Organized

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Electrical Trade diploma

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Electrical Division Manager – Tulsa, OK

Position Overview

The Electrical Division Manager leads the division's commercial and industrial electrical projects across multiple project teams. You will build and lead high-performing teams and make sure projects are delivered profitably, safely, and to a high standard of quality. Success means projects that finish without injury, hit their financial targets, and leave clients and owners with a positive experience. The role suits a hands-on leader who works well with others, moves fast, and drives operational excellence through every phase of a project, from estimating and preconstruction to closeout.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Report to the VP of Construction and/or VP of Operations.
• Lead, train, and mentor multiple project teams, including Project Managers, Superintendents, Foremen, and support staff.
• Deliver projects that are profitable, injury-free, and meet or exceed quality standards, while building strong client relationships.
• Review and approve major project decisions, budgets, and schedules, and report to leadership on time and accurately.
• Review plans, specs, and GC schedules with project teams to find:
  • Material and labor savings
  • Added costs missed at bid
  • Possible schedule impacts
  • Risk from unusual spec or scope requirements
  • Prefabrication opportunities
• Enforce safety protocols and quality standards on every job site.
• Build and maintain strong client and owner relationships that lead to satisfaction and repeat business.
• Oversee construction estimates that use material cost and labor savings ideas.
• Oversee full project schedules, and set up and maintain project budgets.
• Train project teams to keep accurate, current reports in line with company SOPs. This covers financials, cost, staffing forecasts, QA/QC, safety, time tracking, and monthly billing.
• Assess and reduce risk through regular reviews of schedules, job site conditions, material lead times, specs, and client requirements or requests.
• Attend or run monthly project status meetings.
• Identify and attend key client- and owner-led project meetings.
• Report to the client or owner any issues, constraints, or conditions outside the company's control that affect, or could affect, project schedule, cost, or safety.
• Spot and develop strong leadership talent within the division.
• Find improvements that raise safety and productivity, cut costs, shorten schedules, and strengthen client relationships.
• Set leadership goals for the division and its projects, and build a positive team culture.

Qualifications

• Required: an Electrical Engineering degree or an Electrical Trade diploma.
• 15+ years in electrical construction, including at least 10 years as a Project Manager.
• 5+ years as a Senior Project Manager or in a higher role.
• At least 5 years leading large, complex, multi-million-dollar electrical projects in the public and/or private sector.
• Deep experience in:
  • Electrical estimating and cost code setup
  • Cash flow schedules and buyouts
  • Productivity tracking and cost forecasting
  • Change management and conflict resolution
  • Scheduling
  • VDC processes and prefabrication
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Office.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and teamwork skills.
• Professional certifications preferred, such as an Oklahoma Electrical Contractor or Journeyman license, PMP, or OSHA 30.

Other Skills & Abilities

• Organized and detail-oriented
• Strong communicator and leader
• Positive attitude and motivating presence
• Problem solver
• Skilled negotiator
• Self-starter

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