Electrical Construction Operations Manager - Data Center | Mission Critical

Ace Electric

$90K — $120K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years in large scale electrical construction or engineering
  • 3+ years in leadership or operations management
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Bluebeam
  • Ability to read and interpret construction drawings
  • Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills

Responsibilities

  • Lead and support field operations across multiple electrical construction job sites
  • Ensure projects meet safety, quality, schedule, and productivity goals
  • Coordinate workforce planning and staffing needs effectively
  • Monitor project timelines and operational efficiency
  • Coach and evaluate Superintendents and field leadership
  • Foster teamwork and professional development within the team
  • Promote a strong safety-first culture on all job sites

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation
  • Bonus plans
  • Paid time off including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Opportunities for leadership growth
  • Supportive, team-oriented culture
  • Long-term career stability with a growing company
Full Job Description
Operations Manager - Electrical Construction & Field Operations Leadership

Electrical Construction Field Operations for Travel Team

Lead Large-Scale Electrical Field Operations with a Growing National Contractor

Ace Electric is seeking a driven and experienced Operations Manager to lead field operations, project execution, workforce coordination, and operational performance across large-scale electrical construction projects for our Travel Team.

This leadership role is ideal for professionals with experience in:
  • Electrical Construction Management
  • Commercial or Industrial Electrical Construction Operations
  • Field Operations Leadership
  • Project & Workforce Coordination
  • Electrical Contracting Operations


As Operations Manager, you'll play a critical role in supporting project teams, driving operational efficiency, mentoring leaders, and ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and at the highest quality standards.

Benefits & Perks

Competitive Compensation
Bonus Plans
Paid Time Off, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurance

401(k) with Company Match
Leadership Growth Opportunities
Supportive, Team-Oriented Culture
Long-Term Career Stability with a Growing Company

About the Role

The Operations Manager - Electrical Construction serves as a strategic operational leader supporting the Tennessee Division Vice President in overseeing daily field operations, workforce planning, project coordination, safety initiatives, and team performance

This position helps ensure projects are completed:
  • Safely
  • Efficiently
  • Profitably
  • On Schedule
  • To Quality Standards


The role includes extensive collaboration with Project Managers, Superintendents, clients, vendors, subcontractors, and executive leadership.

Training & Travel

Ace Electric provides a structured 90-day onboarding and leadership training program that includes travel to:
  • Valdosta, GA (Headquarters)
  • Jackson, TN (Division Office)
  • Columbus, OH (Job Site and Training Site)
  • Jackson, MS (Job Site)
  • Atlanta/Covington, GA (Job Site)

Following training, the role will primarily operate from the Jackson, Tennessee office.

Key Responsibilities

Field Operations Leadership
  • Lead and support electrical construction field operations across multiple job sites
  • Ensure projects maintain safety, quality, schedule, and productivity goals
  • Coordinate workforce planning and staffing needs
  • Support project teams with operational resources and problem-solving

Project Coordination & Performance
  • Monitor project timelines, manpower, cost performance, and operational efficiency
  • Lead Superintendents and partner with Project Managers to improve execution
  • Provide operational insight and reporting to division leadership
  • Help drive process improvements and operational consistency

Team Leadership & Development
  • Coach, mentor, and evaluate Superintendents and field leadership
  • Foster accountability, teamwork, and professional development
  • Support company HR policies, employee engagement, and performance initiatives

Client & Vendor Relations
  • Collaborate with clients, subcontractors, and vendors to ensure project success
  • Support customer satisfaction and long-term relationship development
  • Assist with issue resolution and operational communication

Safety & Compliance
  • Promote a strong safety-first culture
  • Ensure compliance with company policies and jobsite safety standards
  • Support implementation of safety initiatives and best practices

Qualifications

Required Experience
  • 5+ years of experience in large scale construction, electrical construction, or engineering
  • 3+ years of leadership or operations management experience

Preferred Education
  • High School Diploma or GED required
  • Bachelor's degree preferred

Technical Skills
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Bluebeam
  • Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and technical plans

Leadership Skills
  • Strong communication and organizational skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Proven leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making ability

Additional Requirements
  • Valid driver's license with no DUIs
  • Ability to travel as needed
  • Ability to work in both office and field environments

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

This role requires regular field presence and the ability to:
  • Work outdoors in varying weather conditions
  • Walk and stand for extended periods
  • Occasionally lift up to 20 pounds
  • Wear required PPE
  • Safely operate company vehicles
  • Travel between job sites and regional offices as needed

Build Your Career with Ace Electric

If you're ready to lead high-performing teams, drive operational excellence, and grow with one of the nation's leading electrical contractors, we want to hear from you. Join a company where your leadership directly impacts the future of electrical construction.

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