Technical Manager - Electrical

Walbridge; South Dakota; Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company seeks a Technical Manager - Electrical to oversee MEP activities and ensure compliance with professional standards. This role involves managing complex technical problems, equipment startup, and quality control processes, while offering opportunities for career growth in a diverse environment.

Benefits

Safe, inclusive environment

Career planning and development

Outstanding training programs

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years extensive experience related to electrical / mechanical discipline.
• Thorough knowledge of all aspects of construction technology, equipment, materials, methods.

Responsibilities

• Develop MEP critical path schedule and resolve conflicts.
• Manage equipment procurement and coordinate 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 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.

We want you to join our team

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

What we offer:

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

Why Walbridge

• Large organization with award-winning projects, yet small enough for you to make an impact
• Strong values which are the foundation of our growth for over 100 years
• International, regional and local recognition for stand-out projects, safety, sustainability, culture, wellness and diversity

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

• 4-year engineering degree in 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, required.
• 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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EEO/AA Employer M/F/D/V

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, status as an individual with a disability, military, or protected veteran status or any other legally protected status. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning career development, recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, training, termination, promotions, or any other condition of employment.