Director, Electrical Operations at ARCO a Family of Construction Companies

Are you a passionate problem solver? Do you act with integrity and hold yourself and others to the highest standard? If the answer is, “Yes!” then we have an opportunity that will impress you. Who are we? We are ARCO, a Family of Construction Companies.

ARCO/Murray is seeking an Electrical Operations Manager to do estimating and project management work on medium & heavy industrial, advanced manufacturing and commercial design/build projects. You’ll troubleshoot complex electrical issues, resolve design conflicts, coordinate with superintendents, and subcontractors to ensure systems perform reliably from rough-in to commissioning.

We are dedicated to the well-being of our associates and are proud to be consistently recognized as a Best Place to Work. Our compensation and benefits package not only supports our associates and their families but benefits local communities and communities around the world.

• Industry-leading performance-based bonus program
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Traditional and Roth 401k
• Tuition reimbursement for associates
• Scholarship for associates’ children up to $28,000 per child
• 1-month paid sabbatical after every five years of employment, plus $5,000 for travel
• 1-week paid volunteer leave each year
• 100% charitable match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• Paid parental leave

At ARCO, our first core value is to treat people fairly and do the right thing. We are committed to building and sustaining a culture that supports diversity and inclusion. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

From recruiting, training, and hiring practices to selecting our subcontractors, we understand that diversity of all those involved in the construction process enhances our ability to deliver the best solutions to our customers. We hire the best and the brightest from across the country – constructing a team of experts in architecture, design, engineering, project management, and business services. 

• Responsible for all managerial and administrative aspects of a wide range of turn-key electrical projects including; estimating, scheduling, quality control, progress reports, progress billing, design review and coordination, cost reporting, safety, and proposal preparation
• Gather project requirements directly from clients and facilitate preparation of working drawings
• Work both independently and alongside management to prepare/submit project proposals
• Attend client meetings to present project proposals and address client questions relating to cost, design, and scope of work
• Ensure an accurate and complete project estimates that align with the scope(s) of contracted work
• Manage RFI’s, change-orders, and submittals throughout lifecycle of assigned project(s)
• Manage internal project accounting requirements and track cost status of ongoing project(s)
• Plan, coordinate, oversee, and maintain effective field operations and teams
• Manage and address project close-out and/or warranty issues as they arise

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline
• 5–7 years of experience managing electrical subcontractor projects in commercial construction; prior design/build project experience strongly preferred
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with owners, general contractors, field teams, and design partners
• Proven ability to review electrical plans, identify constructability issues, and develop solutions under tight schedules
• Demonstrated competency in contract negotiation, scope management, and conflict resolution with project stakeholders
• Willingness to travel to active job sites and client locations nationwide as required