Extensive experience in electrical construction, preferably in utility-scale solar.
Strong understanding of medium voltage (MV) and low voltage (LV) electrical systems.
Proven track record in supporting estimating, business development, or preconstruction teams.
In-depth knowledge of Procore project management software.
Strong knowledge of regulations including NEC, NESC, OSHA, and NFPA 70E standards.
OSHA 30 certification required; Journeyman or Master Electrician credentials preferred.
Responsibilities
Oversee electrical construction activities on utility-scale solar projects.
Support execution of MV and LV electrical systems including necessary infrastructure.
Assist with constructability reviews and productivity planning.
Provide field support when necessary, leveraging prior field experience.
Collaborate with Business Development and Estimating teams during bid phases.
Review electrical documents to ensure accurate labor and material assessments.
Identify risks and opportunities to improve bid precision and competitiveness.
Benefits
Opportunity for professional growth as the electrical portfolio expands.
Engagement with multiple teams for cross-functional collaboration.
Flexibility to work closely with senior management in a leadership capacity.
Professional development through hiring, onboarding, and mentoring of electrical personnel.
Full Job Description
Description
The Senior Electrical Operations Manager reports directly to the Director of Construction and works closely with Business Development, Estimating, Project Management, and Field Operations teams.
This is not a Director role at this time. However, it is a critical leadership position supporting the continued growth of the company's electrical capabilities and may evolve as the company's electrical portfolio expands.
Salary range of $150,000-$185,000 with required travel 25% of the time.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Electrical Operations & Execution
Provide senior-level oversight of electrical construction activities across utility scale solar projects.
Support execution of MV and LV electrical systems including collection systems, inverters, transformers, grounding, and associated infrastructure.
Assist with constructability reviews, sequencing strategies, and productivity planning.
Provide field support as needed; prior field experience is a plus.
Business Development & Estimating Support
Support Business Development and Estimating teams during bid and proposal phases.
Review electrical scopes, drawings, and specifications to validate labor, production rates, material quantities, and schedule assumptions.
Identify execution risks, cost drivers, and opportunities to improve bid accuracy and competitiveness.
Support project handoff from preconstruction to execution to ensure bid assumptions align with field plans.
Procurement, Cost & Schedule Management
Assist with procurement planning for electrical materials, equipment, and subcontracted scopes.
Support identification and management of cost-saving opportunities and schedule risks.
Collaborate with operations and project teams to address material availability, lead times, and execution impacts.
Project Systems & Procore
Maintain in-depth working knowledge of Procore.
Support consistent use of Procore for daily reports, RFIs, submittals, change events, and documentation.
Help standardize electrical workflows and reporting within Procore.
Team Leadership & Development
Develop and manage the Electrical Team, including Superintendents, Foremen, and field crews.
Support hiring, onboarding, training, and mentoring electrical personnel.
Ensure required training, certifications, and continuing education are maintained.
SOPs, SWIs & Continuous Improvement
Assist in the development and implementation of SOPs, SWIs, and electrical means and methods.
Drive consistency, scalability, and continuous improvement across projects.
Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS
Extensive experience in electrical construction; utility-scale solar experience strongly preferred.
Strong understanding of MV and LV electrical systems.
Proven experience supporting estimating, BD, or preconstruction teams.
In-depth knowledge of Procore required.
Strong working knowledge of NEC, NESC, OSHA, and NFPA 70E.
OSHA 30 required; Journeyman or Master Electrician
Company Details
Tradesmen International not only offers consistent work, top pay, and employment opportunities, we also provide a benefits package that is among the best in the industry.
Our comprehensive benefits include:
Tradesmen+ Rewards Program - earn points for hours worked
