Electrical Manager (Private Defense)

BL Harbert International LLC - Beirut; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

BL Harbert International, a leading U.S. contractor, seeks an Electrical Engineering professional to review designs, ensure compliance, and coordinate with architects, engineers, designers, subcontractors, and clients across projects.

The role focuses on submittal reviews, equipment procurement guidance, and coordination with stakeholders to keep schedules on track. PE preferred but not required; roles involve field coordination on federal and defense-related projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in electrical construction, MEP coordination, or electrical engineering.
• Strong understanding of power distribution, switchgear, generators, lighting, and low-voltage systems.
• Experience reviewing electrical equipment submittals and construction documents.
• PE license preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Review electrical designs, specifications, and construction documents for accuracy, compliance, and constructability.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, designers, subcontractors, and client-side experts throughout project execution.
• Review and evaluate electrical equipment submittal packages for compliance with project requirements and intent.
• Provide technical recommendations and approvals for equipment procurement and release.
• Lead coordination and tracking of long-lead mechanical equipment procurement to support project schedule.

Skills

Communication

Coordination

Independent work

Detail-oriented

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

• Review electrical designs, specifications, and construction documents for accuracy, compliance, and constructability
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, designers, subcontractors, and client-side subject matter experts throughout project execution
• Review and evaluate electrical equipment submittal packages to ensure compliance with project requirements and operational intent
• Provide technical recommendations and approvals for equipment procurement and release
• Lead coordination and tracking of long-lead mechanical equipment procurement activities to support overall project schedule objectives
• Support and coordinate commissioning, startup, functional performance testing, and system turnover activities
• Identify and troubleshoot design conflicts, field installation issues, and construction-related electrical problems
• Support RFI development, design clarifications, and coordination efforts between project stakeholders
• Participate in project meetings with owners, consultants, contractors, and federal agencies
• Assist with construction oversight, commissioning activities, startup, testing, and system turnover
• Monitor installation quality and ensure adherence to project specifications, NEC requirements, and applicable codes
• Support schedule coordination and planning related to electrical system installation and procurement

Primary Responsibilities

• Review electrical designs, specifications, and construction documents for accuracy, compliance, and constructability
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, designers, subcontractors, and client-side subject matter experts throughout project execution
• Review and evaluate electrical equipment submittal packages to ensure compliance with project requirements and operational intent
• Provide technical recommendations and approvals for equipment procurement and release
• Lead coordination and tracking of long-lead mechanical equipment procurement activities to support overall project schedule objectives
• Support and coordinate commissioning, startup, functional performance testing, and system turnover activities
• Identify and troubleshoot design conflicts, field installation issues, and construction-related electrical problems
• Support RFI development, design clarifications, and coordination efforts between project stakeholders
• Participate in project meetings with owners, consultants, contractors, and federal agencies
• Assist with construction oversight, commissioning activities, startup, testing, and system turnover
• Monitor installation quality and ensure adherence to project specifications, NEC requirements, and applicable codes
• Support schedule coordination and planning related to electrical system installation and procurement

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related technical field preferred
• Minimum 5 years of experience in electrical construction, MEP coordination, or electrical engineering
• Strong understanding of power distribution systems, switchgear, generators, UPS systems, lighting, controls, and low-voltage systems
• Experience reviewing electrical equipment submittals and construction documents
• Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities in both design and field construction environments
• Familiarity with federal construction standards and procedures preferred
• Design-build project experience is a plus
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred but not required

Desired Experience

• Federal construction projects (USACE, NAVFAC, VA, GSA, DoD, etc.)
• MEP coordination and construction administration
• Electrical equipment procurement and technical review
• Commissioning and startup support
• Experience with coordination drawings, BIM/VDC processes, and multidisciplinary MEP coordination preferred.
• Field construction support and issue resolution
• Experience with mission critical, healthcare, laboratory, or secure facility projects is a plus

Skills & Competencies

• Strong technical and analytical capabilities
• Excellent communication and coordination skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively with project teams and client representatives

Position Type

Full-Time

Location

BLHI Corporate – Birmingham or Huntsville

Compensation

Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.

B. L. Harbert International is an EOE/Vets/Disabilities