Technical Manager - Electrical

Walbridge; Mississippi; Remote; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Technical Manager - Electrical to act as a technical expert for construction activities. The role involves problem-solving, managing equipment startup, and ensuring quality control. Ideal candidates will have a strong engineering background and extensive experience in electrical and mechanical disciplines. The position allows for living in any US city with extensive travel requirements.

Benefits

Safe, inclusive environment

Career planning and development

Outstanding training programs

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years extensive experience related to electrical/mechanical discipline.
• Preconstruction and equipment procurement experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop MEP critical path schedule and manage subcontractor coordination.
• Manage equipment procurement process and track deliveries.
• Oversee startup and pretesting of mechanical and electrical systems.

Skills

Safety

Technical Skills

Planning & Scheduling

Risk Management

Change Management

Quality Control & ISO

Lean Understanding & Implementation

Administration & Communication

Innovation & Technology

Cost Participation & Control

Leadership

Education

4-year engineering degree

Job description

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The Opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for a skilled Technical Manager to join the Walbridge team. In this role, you will act as the technical expert for a specific discipline to ensure all related construction activities are performed in accordance with accepted professional standards. You will work to solve complex technical field-related problems, manage the equipment startup, and the commissioning process (V-Start). You’ll assist in implementing the project’s 4-phase quality control plan and monitor field construction of mechanical and/or electrical subcontractors for schedule management and conformance to contract documents.

Why Join Walbridge?

Through industry-leading innovation, our company has forged a legacy of quality and safety since 1916.

• A safe, inclusive environment where employees are valued for their contributions
• Career planning, development & growth
• Outstanding training programs

Location

You can live in any US city if you are able to travel 100%.

Responsibilities

Your key responsibilities

• Develop critical path schedule: Develop MEP critical path schedule, work with subcontractors and design team to provide conflict resolution for MEP issues.
• Procurement & bid process: Manage equipment procurement process, track and coordinate deliveries. Assist with bidding mechanical and electrical trades.
• CX and Startup: Manage startup and pretesting of mechanical and electrical systems. Coordinate and document quality control and third-party commissioning activities.
• Coordinate Trades & Documentation: Coordinate and track critical path construction, review mechanical and electrical submittals.

Qualifications

To qualify for the role, you must have:

• A 4-year engineering degree in an appropriate discipline or equivalent combinations of technical training and related experience.
• Minimum of 5 years extensive experience related to electrical/mechanical discipline. Thorough knowledge of all aspects of construction technology, equipment, materials, methods.
• Capable of leading and scheduling MEP activities.
• Preconstruction and equipment procurement experience preferred.
• Ability to accept project assignments that may require extended long-term temporary living arrangements or frequent travel to non-local job sites.
• A valid driver’s license in the US and a valid passport required; willingness and ability to travel; travel is estimated at 70+%.

Skills And Attributes For Success

• Safety
• Technical Skills
• Planning & Scheduling
• Risk Management
• Change Management
• Quality Control & ISO
• Lean Understanding & Implementation
• Administration & Communication
• Innovation & Technology
• Cost Participation & Control
• Leadership

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Walbridge is an equal opportunity employer with a culture that promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workforce. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, military, or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.