Overview:The
Operations Manager - Limited Energy leads and oversees all Limited Energy operations across Southern Minnesota, integrating Structured Cabling, Fire & Life Safety, and Security systems into a unified delivery model. This leadership role directs a multidisciplinary team, including Project Managers, Estimators, an Account Manager, and field staff, driving business growth, project execution, estimating accuracy, and field service delivery.
Responsibilities:The basic responsibilities of the
Operations Manager - Limited Energy include but are not limited to the following:
- Recruit, hire, onboard, develop, and supervise team members; set performance goals, allocate team resources, balance project workloads, and foster professional development.
- Supervise the Account Manager, actively guiding sales activity, pipeline development, client targeting, and client retention efforts across the Southern Minnesota market.
- Develop market strategies, identify new business opportunities, and execute annual business plans.
- Build and nurture long-term relationships with general contractors, end-user clients, trade partners, etc. through regular on-site visits and client engagements.
- Champion Egan Company's Mission, Vision, and Values, promoting a collaborative, high-performance team culture.
- Oversee the estimating workflow for structured cabling, fire alarm, and security proposals, ensuring standardized bid processes and accuracy.
- Review and approve detailed project plans, cost estimates, material takeoffs, and bid proposals prior to customer submission.
- Monitor project delivery across all phases, from pre-construction planning through testing, commissioning, and closeout, ensuring work is completed on schedule, within budget, and to customer specifications.
- Identify operational risks, supply chain delays, or scope variances early, implementing effective corrective actions.
- Standardize operational processes across fire/security and structured cabling workflows to improve team efficiency, reduce redundancies, and maximize gross margins.
- Promote a proactive zero-injury safety culture, ensuring full accountability to Egan safety programs, PPE guidelines, and site-specific protocols.
- Collaborate with other Egan business groups (Electrical, Mechanical, ATS, and Corporate) to generate cross-selling opportunities and unified multi-trade solutions.
- Maintain current knowledge of industry codes, evolving limited energy technologies, prefabrication opportunities, and best practices.
- Oversee financial performance across quoted projects, scheduled preventative maintenance agreements, and service calls.
- Drive operational efficiencies, identify cost-reduction opportunities, and protect target margins throughout project lifecycles.
- Perform other duties as assigned to support business needs.
Position Requirements:- Two-year technical or Associate's degree or equivalent level of experience in related discipline.
- 5+ years of experience in Limited Energy systems (Structured Cabling, Fire Alarm/Life Safety, Access Control, Video Surveillance, and related systems).
- Minimum of 3+ years in a supervisory or operations management role leading project managers, estimators, or technical personnel.
- Minnesota Power Limited Technician (PLT) license, BICSI credentials (RCDD/DCDC), or NICET certification (Fire Alarm / Security) is highly desirable.
- A valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record is required.
Qualifications:- Demonstrated ability to build, maintain, and grow long-term relationships with customers, project partners, field teams, and internal business groups.
- Proven ability to supervise both project execution teams (PMs, estimators) and sales roles (account manager) within a contracting environment.
- Deep technical understanding of low-voltage building systems, industry standards, and installation methods.
- Strong financial acumen with hands-on experience managing labor cost tracking, project margins, and operational budgets.
- Demonstrated conflict-resolution, negotiation, and presentation skills.
- Proficiency with estimating tools, scheduling tools, ERP/accounting systems, and standard office software (e.g., Microsoft Office, Google Workspace).
- Ability to prioritize tasks and foresee project hurdles.
- Must be able and willing to travel to jobsites and customer sites as required and possess and maintain a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
Working Conditions - Performance of duties is in an office environment with regular visits to customer facilities and jobsites.
- Being in active construction environments may involve exposure to noise, dirt, dust, and varying weather conditions, and require the ability to climb ladders/stairs, walk over uneven terrain, bend, and kneel.
- Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time.
Benefits, Perks and Pay Beyond the Industry StandardEgan supports team members and their families with comprehensive benefits. From robust healthcare benefits and generous paid time off, to flexible working options and career growth opportunities, Egan is committed to providing a workplace that helps you thrive both personally and professionally.
- Health and Well-being: in addition to medical, dental, vision insurance options, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, short-term, or long-term disability coverage, you're offered comprehensive mental healthcare and support for you and your family
- Retirement Plan: we offer robust retirement benefits with a 401(k) plan with company matching contribution and profit sharing
- Time-Off Programs: to help you recharge you'll enjoy a generous PTO program and paid holidays
- Professional Development: we support education or career growth by offering educational assistance and regular learning and development opportunities
- Paid Parental Leave: utilize parental leave which allows for paid time off with a new child
- Rewards and Incentives: we recognize your contributions through additional rewards or compensation that may include an annual discretionary bonus, lead incentive program, and safety buck program
- Community Involvement: our "Beyond the Jobsite" program supports causes in the communities in which we live and work through regular volunteer events to connect with each other and help those in need
The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions (benefits for union roles are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements) nor part-time and temporary roles. View more information online about Egan's investment in benefits for you.
Salary Range: $115,000 - $125,000 (subject to such factors as experience, education, and/or skill set) plus potential annual discretionary bonus.
