Operations Manager (Charleston, S.C.)

Godshall Recruiting; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(K) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Godshall & Godshall Personnel Consultants, Inc. seeks an experienced Operations Manager for the Charleston, SC office to lead large-scale electrical construction projects across commercial, industrial, infrastructure, and water/wastewater sectors.

You will guide field teams, oversee execution, and ensure project profitability while maintaining safety and quality. This direct-hire role requires a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or equivalent, with 10+ years in electrical construction

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent with extensive field experience.
• 10+ years in electrical construction project management and operations.
• Strong background leading large-scale electrical projects (commercial/industrial/infrastructure).
• Experience with projects like airport lighting or water/wastewater facilities preferred.
• Past success managing projects valued at $30M+.

Responsibilities

• Oversee execution and performance of complex electrical construction projects throughout their lifecycle.
• Coordinate with project managers, superintendents, foremen, and field personnel to ensure successful delivery.
• Conduct site visits to support field operations, troubleshoot issues, and maintain momentum.
• Review schedules, plans, specs, budgets, and installation requirements for alignment with objectives.
• Support project administration (RFIs, submittals, procurement, changes, forecasting, billing, closeout).
• Monitor financial performance including cost tracking, cash flow, and profitability analysis.
• Identify and address operational risks and bottlenecks.
• Promote safety, quality, communication across teams.
• Mentor and develop project managers and field leaders.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Financial management

Communication

Field operations

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Salary: $180,000 - $240,000

Is this your perfect fit? Are you a seasoned electrical construction leader who enjoys solving complex project challenges, supporting field teams, and driving operational excellence? Our client is seeking an experienced Operations Manager for their Charleston, SC office to provide hands‑on leadership for large‑scale commercial, industrial, infrastructure, and water/wastewater electrical construction projects. This role is ideal for a technical expert who thrives in project execution, financial oversight, field support, and team development!

What your future day will look like:

• Oversee the execution and performance of complex electrical construction projects throughout their lifecycle.
• Partner with project managers, superintendents, foremen, and field personnel to ensure successful project delivery.
• Conduct regular site visits to support field operations, troubleshoot issues, and maintain project momentum.
• Review project schedules, plans, specifications, budgets, and installation requirements to ensure alignment with project objectives.
• Support project administration activities including RFIs, submittals, procurement, change orders, forecasting, billing, and project closeout.
• Monitor project financial performance, including cost tracking, projections, gain/fade analysis, cash flow, underbillings, and overbillings.
• Identify and proactively address operational risks, production bottlenecks, and technical challenges.
• Promote accountability, safety, quality, communication, and collaboration across project teams.
• Assist in resolving manpower, scheduling, material procurement, and installation challenges.
• Mentor and develop project managers and field leaders to strengthen overall team performance.
• Ensure projects are executed professionally while maintaining strong relationships with owners, contractors, and stakeholders.

Benefits Offered:

• Company offers a highly competitive benefits package!
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(K) with company match
• Paid time off
• Type: Direct Hire

To be a champion in this role, you will need:

• Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent combination of extensive field and industry experience.
• 10+ years of electrical construction project management and operations experience.
• Strong background leading large-scale commercial, industrial, municipal, or infrastructure electrical projects.
• Experience with specialized electrical construction projects such as airport/airfield lighting, water and wastewater treatment facilities, or similar technically complex environments.
• Demonstrated success managing projects valued at $30 million or greater.
• Thorough knowledge of electrical systems, installation methods, testing, commissioning, troubleshooting, and applicable electrical codes.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, contracts, and project schedules.
• Strong understanding of project financial management, budgeting, forecasting, and profitability analysis.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to coach, mentor, and support both office and field personnel.
• Strong communication, organization, problem-solving, and decision‑making abilities.
• Ability and willingness to regularly visit jobsites and actively engage with field operations.

Godshall & Godshall Personnel Consultants, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, status as a parent, or protected veteran status.