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Salary:

Are you a strategic prefabrication leader looking to make a lasting impact?

EPI Power is hiring a Prefabrication Director to lead and scale prefabrication operations in support of complex electrical construction projects, including data centers. The Prefabrication Director will be responsible for developing and executing a multiyear prefabrication strategy, overseeing shop operations, and driving continuous improvement across safety, quality, productivity, and cost predictability. This role partners closely with project leadership, preconstruction, supply chain, virtual design, and field operations to deliver standardized, scalable prefabrication solutions throughout the project lifecycle.

This position provides enterpriselevel leadership with direct influence on operational excellence, innovation, and longterm growth.

EPI Power, LLC (EPI) is a licensed electrical contractor and subsidiary of The Weitz Company that specializes in data centers. Our mission is to safely deliver industryleading electrical construction solutions on a fasttrack basis. We believe our employees are our most valuable asset, and we are committed to growing a diverse and inclusive culture that inspires, motivates, and continuously improves.

What Youll Do:

• Build and execute a multiyear prefabrication strategy aligned with company and business unit goals
• Lead prefabrication shop operations including workflow design, production scheduling, workforce planning, material logistics, quality control, and safety
• Standardize prefabrication processes and assemblies to drive efficiency, quality, and scalability across projects and geographies
• Implement lean manufacturing principles to maximize throughput, eliminate waste, and consistently meet project schedules
• Partner with operations, preconstruction, supply chain/procurement, and virtual design teams to identify prefabrication opportunities and evaluate cost and schedule impacts
• Ensure seamless coordination between prefabrication deliverables and field installation sequencing to improve site efficiency and safety
• Drive financial accountability for prefabrication operations, including cost control, profitability analysis, and investment recommendations
• Analyze performance metrics related to efficiency, cost savings, quality, and ontime delivery; collaborate with estimating and procurement teams to optimize ROI
• Stay ahead of industry trends, emerging technologies, and equipment solutions to enhance productivity, innovation, and safety
• Lead, mentor, and develop direct reports; set goals, delegate responsibilities, and support professional growth
• Champion company values, ethics, and a culture of continuous improvement

What Were Looking For:

Experience:

• Minimum 15 years of electrical construction experience
• At least 7 years of leadership experience overseeing prefabrication or manufacturing operations
• Demonstrated success implementing lean manufacturing practices and scaling innovative, companywide initiatives
• Proven ability to develop strategic plans, lead change management efforts, and influence crossfunctional teams
• OSHA 30 preferred or willingness to obtain upon hire
• An industryrelated bachelors degree is required; equivalent education and experience may be considered

Skills:

• Strong leadership, mentoring, and decisionmaking capabilities
• Excellent business acumen with the ability to evaluate cost, margin, and operational risk
• Ability to lead teams through change and ambiguity in a fastpaced environment
• Strong relationshipbuilding, communication, and conflictresolution skills
• Detailoriented with a commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement

Technology:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Experience with project management, design, and manufacturing execution software such as Procore, Revit, Bluebeam, and scheduling tools
• Ability to learn and adopt new technologies to support prefabrication and manufacturing excellence

What We Offer:

• Competitive Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits Package with TaxAdvantaged HSA and FSA offerings
• EmployerPaid Short and LongTerm Disability Programs
• EmployerPaid Life Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off Provisions
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Fully Paid Parental Leave
• Voluntary Products Including: Critical Illness Insurance and Accident Insurance
• Corporate Wellness Program with Wellness Time Off and Rewards

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position at this time.

The Company does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of the Company without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of the Company. Please, no phone calls or emails.

The Weitz Company, LLC (and its U.S.-based subsidiaries and affiliates) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected status. The Company is a drug and alcoholfree workplace, and background checks may be required.