Regional Operations Leader, Utility Construction

ElectriCom Inc; Monroe (LA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Competitive medical, dental, andVision

Health Savings Account with companyCon

Company-paid life & AD&D

Job summary

ElectriCom Inc. is seeking an Operations Director in Monroe, LA to lead regional construction activities with a strong emphasis on safety, budget control, and client relations. You will oversee up to $20M in annual revenue and drive business development within the Midwest regional operations.

The role requires 10–15+ years in telecom construction, solid project management skills, and proficiency with Power BI. Travel up to 50% is expected, with a focus on safety and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management preferred.
• 10–15+ years of telecommunications construction experience, including data networking.
• Strong understanding of project management concepts and ability to collaborate effectively with PM teams.
• Excellent managerial, administrative, and analytical skills.
• Proficiency with data management systems (Power BI).
• Ability to travel up to 50%.
• Advanced knowledge of public right-of-way requirements and ISP/OSP Fiber Optic Plant deployments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a strong regional presence through customer relationships and consistent project performance.
• Manage customer relations by building relationships, promoting brand awareness, and expanding the customer base through bid work and negotiated opportunities.
• Provide leadership in directing and managing construction activities within the assigned region for a utility construction contractor.
• Build and develop an internal team capable of supporting up to $20M in annual revenue while expanding the regional footprint and maintaining budget targets.
• Approve all expenditures and ensure proper control and maintenance of the operating budget as defined in project estimates.
• Review project trends and financial data with the financial analyst to assess performance and develop action plans.
• Establish and maintain relationships with key personnel in utility sectors including telecommunications, natural gas, electrical, and right-of-way services.
• Champion ElectriCom’s safety culture and serve as the regional safety leader for construction teams and individual employees.
• Listen to customer needs and propose effective solutions to address issues and support project success.
• Communicate technical aspects of projects clearly to internal and external stakeholders.
• Maintain transparency and diligence in working with central office functions such as contracts, payroll, and administration.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Business development

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree (Engineering/Construction Management)

Tools

Power BI

Job description

ElectriCom Inc. is seeking an Operations Director in Monroe, LA to lead regional construction activities with a strong emphasis on safety, budget control, and client relations. You will oversee up to $20M in annual revenue and drive business development within the Midwest regional operations.

The role requires 10–15+ years in telecom construction, solid project management skills, and proficiency with Power BI. Travel up to 50% is expected, with a focus on safety and customer satisfaction.