Electrical Engineering Manager / Richmond

Gaylor Electric, Inc.; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Gaylor Electric, Inc. seeks an Engineering Manager to lead a nationwide team delivering electrical systems design and installation on diverse projects valued from $1M to $400M.

You will supervise design engineers and the virtual design group, ensure code-compliant, cost-effective solutions, and collaborate with architects, clients, and subcontractors to meet project goals. The role requires strong leadership, deep NEC knowledge, and hands-on experience with Revit, AutoCAD, and BIM platforms.

Qualifications

• Revit Certification or 5+ years of relevant professional experience.
• 10+ years preferred of electrical experience and Virtual Designer career development.
• Experience supervising a design/engineering team within an electrical contractor.
• Proven knowledge of the National Electrical Code and related codes.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple projects during preconstruction, managing design engineers and VDC team.
• Maintain code compliance and best-practice design standards.
• Perform/load calculations, voltage drop, short circuit, and lighting analysis.
• Oversee and mentor design engineers, ensuring schedules and budgets are met.
• Coordinate with architects, MEP subcontractors, and clients; attend meetings.
• Review contracts, BIM plans, scopes, and site drawings for compliance.
• Develop coordination and installation drawings per best practices.
• Support value engineering and project coordination on site.

Skills

Leadership

Electrical design

Revit

AutoCAD

Coordination

NEC knowledge

Team management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Construction Management or Construction Technology degree preferred

Tools

Autodesk Revit

AutoCAD

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Navisworks

BIM 360

Job description

Scope of Work:

The Engineering Manager oversees a team responsible for completing construction projects. They ensure timely, detailed coordination and installation designs for electrical systems, adhering to PDI standards and best practices via a Virtual Design Platform. They collaborate with project teams and customers to provide innovative, cost-effective solutions while maintaining Gaylor Electric standards. The manager supervises skilled professionals on various nationwide electrical projects, ranging from $1 million to $400 million, including Design Build, Plans and Specs, and Design Assist contracts. Projects span Mission Critical, Warehouse Distribution, Healthcare, Manufacturing, Multifamily, and Hospitality sectors.

Responsibilities:

• Project Leadership: Lead multiple projects during preconstruction phases, managing Design Engineers and Virtual Design team members.
• Code Compliance: Maintain knowledge of relevant codes and standards, ensuring all designs comply with best practices.
• Technical Calculations: Perform and review load, voltage drop, short circuit, and lighting calculations.
• Team Management: Oversee and mentor a team of Design Engineers and Virtual Designers, ensuring accurate development and maintenance of project plans, schedules, and budgets.
• Training and Development: Manage onboarding and training for new team members, and assist in developing new best practices and procedures.
• Collaboration: Work with Architects, Engineers, MEP subcontractors, clients, consultants, and project personnel; attend project meetings.
• Documentation: Review legal contracts, BIM Execution Plans, scopes of work, specifications, plans, and jurisdictional codes to ensure cost-effective, compliant designs.
• Drawing Development: Create coordination and installation drawings per Gaylor Electric Best Practices.
• Coordination and Design: Provide documents for Temporary Power, Distribution, Underground, Structure, Site, Common areas, Detailed Units Wiring, Value Engineering, peer review, and job site coordination.
• Compliance and Performance: Ensure financial and quality compliance and performance of the region.

Minimum Requirements:

• Education: High school graduate, holder of G.E.D, or equivalent studies/experience. Graduate of Construction Management or Construction Technology program preferred.
• Experience:
  • Revit Certification (or) 5+ years of relevant professional experience
  • 10+ years preferred of relevant electrical experience and completion of the Virtual Designer career development plan.
  • Experience as a supervisor with an Electrical contractor is preferred.
  • Must have proven knowledge of the National Electrical Code and be familiar with IBC, IECC and life safety codes.
  • Proven organizational and management skills.
  • Proficiency with Engineering & Virtual Design Software platforms, Autodesk Construction Cloud, Collaborate Pro, Autodesk Build, Autodesk Docs, AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks, BIM 360 Glue, etc.
  • Ability to prioritize and require minimal supervision.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Demonstrate and uphold all Gaylor Electric core values, which include integrity, accountability, teamwork, innovation, and growth.
  • Ability to travel when needed.
  • Ability to lead Electrical Design discussions.
  • Ability to evaluate Plans and Specs, Bid Build projects, recommend cost savings and Value Engineering solutions.

Gaylor Electric, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer including disability and veterans.