Southland Industries Inc.

Field Operations Manager- Electrical

Southland Industries Inc.$90K — $120K *
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field; equivalent education or experience accepted
  • Preferred continuing education in management and business
  • 10+ years in MEP trade management, preferably electrical, with a track record of profitable project management
  • Proficient in MS Office, including Word, Excel, and Project
  • In-depth knowledge of MEP construction methods and materials
  • Strong grasp of business management principles, including strategic planning and resource management
  • Excellent complex problem-solving and coordination skills

Responsibilities

  • Lead field and shop operations to meet profit goals through effective project execution
  • Cultivate strong relationships with local unions and manage contract changes
  • Collaborate with Field Operations leaders to implement best practices
  • Negotiate trade agreements and concessions during project procurement
  • Develop project-specific construction planning with field leadership
  • Participate in creating 'Must Win' strategies for project success
  • Monitor new products and provide relevant updates to management

Benefits

  • 401(k) plan with 50% company match and immediate vesting
  • 100% employee-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Performance-based annual bonus program
  • Term and voluntary life insurance options
  • Disability income protection insurance
  • Pre-tax flexible spending plans for health and dependent care
  • Paid parental leave
  • Generous vacation, personal time, and holiday policies
  • Professional development opportunities and company-paid memberships
  • Wellness benefits
Full Job Description
Job Description

Position Summary

Responsible for leading field and shop operations to achieve gross profit plans through effective execution of project work. Additionally, owns final responsibility for all division trade related work in both the field and the fabrication facilities.

Position Details
  • Must maintain a strong working relationship with local unions which includes developing rapport with leadership of each area's unions. Keeps current with all union contract changes and work with management to resolve any escalated issues.
  • Works closely with other division Field Operations leaders to learn best practices, (includes expertise and means/methods) and to assure all company field personnel are used effectively across all divisions. This also includes close peer-to-peer relationships and company-wide meeting participation.
  • Negotiates favorable trade concession and project agreements for specific targeted projects during the procurement phase and beyond.
  • Works with field leadership to develop project specific construction planning techniques.
  • Actively participates in developing "Must Win" strategies for project pursuits; this includes estimate reviews, fabrication strategies, labor productivity rates, crew ratios, constructability plans, and field execution planning.
  • Monitors new products and advise management when appropriate.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field or equivalent education, training and experience
  • Continuing education in the area of management and business preferred
  • 10+ years in MEP trade management (preference to electrical) and managing profitable projects with a proven ability to improve margin on the project
  • Computer proficiency, capable of operating MS Office applications, including Word, Excel and Project
  • Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in construction of the MEP industry
  • Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources
  • Complex Problem Solving - Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions
  • Coordination - Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions
  • Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates - Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person

Benefits

As a 100% employee-owned company, we are committed to supporting the well-being of our employees and their families.

For positions covered by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), wages and benefits-including health and welfare, retirement, paid time off, and other provisions-are determined in accordance with the applicable local union agreement.

In addition to union-provided benefits, employees may have access to company-sponsored programs such as:
  • Training and professional development opportunities
  • Company-supported career advancement and apprenticeship pathways
  • Wellness resources and employee support programs

Please note that specific benefits and eligibility may vary based on union affiliation, location, and the terms of the applicable CBA.

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External Agency Announcement: Its Southland Industries' policy not to accept candidate submissions from recruiting agencies without an active and authorized work order. Candidate ownership can only be established after a bona fide work order is issued by a member of the Southland Industries Talent Acquisition team and the candidate is appropriately submitted through our Applicant Tracking System (ATS).

About Southland Industries Inc.

Southland Industries is a construction company that specializes in designing, building, and maintaining mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems for commercial, institutional, and industrial clients. The company was founded in 1949 and is headquartered in Columbia, Maryland. Southland Industries has over 30 offices across the United States and employs over 3,000 people. The company has completed projects in a variety of industries, including healthcare, education, government, and data centers. Southland Industries is committed to sustainability and has implemented green building practices in many of its projects.
Learn more about Southland Industries Inc.
Size
3,000 employees
Industry
Net Income
$50 million
5 Year Trend
+5%
Revenue
$1 billion

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