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Job Title: Electrical Manager

Employment Type: Full time / Direct Hire

Location: Waukesha, WI

Job Summary:

The Electrical Manager will be responsible for the completion of complex electrical projects for all of our asphalt and aggregate plants within the group of companies.

Role and Responsibilities:

• The Electrical Manager will be responsible for the completion of complex electrical projects for all of our asphalt and aggregate plants within the group of companies.
• Primary duties will involve the budgeting, design and project management of electrical work as well as performing field work if necessary.
• Provide leadership with a strong emphasis on ethics, safety and compliance.
• Ensure a Safe and Ethical Work Environment.
• Be self-sufficient and require little direction to determine the scope of electrical projects and arrange for appropriate subcontractors or internal resources to perform the work.
• Assist as needed with the electrical design and troubleshooting of facility equipment in either Asphalt or Aggregate facilities.
• Provide or assist in creating written job scopes, securing quotes for the work and handling competitive bid process.
• Evaluate and review third party engineering conceptual designs, quotations and drawings for accuracy and communicates deficiencies for resolution in the best interest of the company.
• Monitor Subcontractors work, manage timeline of projects and report completion progress as needed or requested
• Review and understand electrical codes and design specifications to effectively monitor job cost estimates and related reports.
• Monitors project budgets and work quality. Performs field inspection by visiting different job sites possibly staying at the sites for periods of time. Regularly reports on project progress.
• Assist in development of standard specifications for construction projects, start-up and maintenance procedures and training on new and existing systems.
• Observe machine operation to detect product defects or machine malfunction.
• Test and troubleshoot malfunctioning equipment to determine repairs.
• Make sure all housekeeping is maintained in a clear and orderly fashion in all work areas.
• Perform a variety of plant diagnostic, maintenance, repair and installation operations.
• Work under tight and critical deadlines with the ability to shift focus due to plant needs.
• Work with management to develop and maintain a predictive maintenance plan for company assets.
• Knowledge of MSHA is a plus
• Projects will vary by location throughout the local area, or the state, so willingness to travel to any job site is required as needed.

Qualifications:

• 5 plus years of experience working in Electrical Management within construction or manufacturing environments
• Training and certification/licensing in the electrical field with a strong understanding of electricity and the components related to large- and small-scale electrical work
• Working knowledge of electrical code guidelines and regulations in Wisconsin, Illinois, and Michigan
• Must be a team player
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities as well as consulting, conflict management, interpersonal and negotiation skills
• The ability to develop strong trusting relationships in order to gain support and achieve results
• Self-directed and motivated with the ability to manage multiple, conflicting priorities
• Valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record
• Ability to understand mechanical prints, electrical schematics, electrical prints, understand operation manuals and follow step by step instructions.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability is preferred.
• Knowledge of hydraulics and mechanics is preferred.
• VFD and PLC experience is a plus.

Preferred Skills

• Master Electrician Certification Preferred
• 4 Year Electrical Engineering Degree Preferred
• Experience in a vertically integrated heavy/highway construction materials organization
• Microsoft Office Suite Proficiency
• Auto-Cad Experience Preferred.