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AFRY

Electrical Department Manager

Birmingham, AL · On-site

$114K - $147K/yr

... operational knowledge and advice across the value chain, underpinned by deep expertise and ... Manage and lead a team delivering electrical engineering design and advisory services for AFRY USA ...

AFRY

Electrical Department Manager

Birmingham, AL

$114K - $147K/yr

... operational knowledge and advice across the value chain, underpinned by deep expertise and ... Manage and lead a team delivering electrical engineering design and advisory services for AFRY USA ...

AFRY

Electrical Department Manager

Birmingham, AL

$114K - $147K/yr

... operational knowledge and advice across the value chain, underpinned by deep expertise and ... Manage and lead a team delivering electrical engineering design and advisory services for AFRY USA ...

Sun Test Systems Inc.

Electrical Assembler

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$16.50 - $21/hr

Operations Manager About Us At Sun Test Systems, we set out to build high quality ground support ... Connect, test, and sustain electrical systems for a variety of purposes. Figures layout, installs ...

Actalent

Electrical Project Manager

Birmingham, AL

$40 - $48/hr

Electrical Project Manager The Electrical Project manager/engineer provides technical expertise for ... The role requires adherence to all plant safety procedures and operational standards appropriate ...

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How much do electrical operations manager jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for electrical operations manager in Alabama is $57,516.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $37,200.00 and $70,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Electrical Operations Manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Electrical Operations Manager, you need strong knowledge of electrical systems, project management experience, and often a degree in electrical engineering or a related field. Familiarity with electrical design software, safety regulations, and certifications such as PMP or a relevant electrician license are commonly required. Leadership, problem-solving skills, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for managing teams and coordinating projects. These abilities ensure efficient operations, compliance with safety standards, and successful project delivery.

What does an Electrical Operations Manager do?

An Electrical Operations Manager oversees the daily operations of electrical projects or departments, ensuring that work is completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with regulations. They manage teams of electricians and technicians, coordinate schedules, handle budgeting and resource allocation, and liaise with clients or other departments. Additionally, they are responsible for quality control, troubleshooting issues, and implementing best practices to improve productivity and safety standards.

What are some typical challenges an Electrical Operations Manager faces when overseeing multiple projects simultaneously?

Electrical Operations Managers often juggle various projects at once, each with its own deadlines, technical requirements, and team dynamics. A common challenge is ensuring clear communication across all teams to avoid missteps and delays, especially when coordinating with external contractors and stakeholders. Managing resource allocation efficiently, staying compliant with safety and regulatory standards, and swiftly resolving unexpected technical issues are also frequent hurdles. Successfully navigating these challenges requires strong organizational, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
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Electrical Discipline / Department Manager

Electrical Discipline / Department Manager

Dewberry

Birmingham, AL • On-site

Full-time

Posted 17 days ago

Dewberry rating

8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 15 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description


Elevate Your Career as an Electrical Engineering Discipline Manager-Apply Now!
Dewberry's Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, and Structural (MEPS) team includes a large group focused on design services for nationwide clients in specialized facility types and specialized design services. Our experience includes high-performance buildings, hospitals, net zero/renewable energy technologies, microgrid and energy resilience design, and a broad set of other MEPS services. Our MEPS team contains subject matter experts in leadership roles in international professional organizations. Our repeat clients include universities, healthcare systems, state, local, and federal government agencies, and large global industrial manufacturers, among others. Our MEPS service line is ranked #30 nationally among MEP Giants.
Because our backlog continues to grow and the demand for our expertise is accelerating, we are seeking an Electrical Discipline/Department Manager to join our Birmingham, AL office. As a Electrical Discipline/Department Manager, you will be responsible for providing operational and technical guidance and training/mentoring of our design resources in all areas of work we do associated with Electrical engineering. You will assist the Business Unit Manager and Service Line Leader in the development and implementation of growth strategies. You will also assist the Project/Client Managers by providing technical guidance to help meet the client's desires and budget. You will also work with a team of engineers on a variety of private, public, and federal projects. In addition to working with electrical engineers, you will team with architectural, mechanical, structural, and other disciplines to provide full-range services to our local and regional clients. In short, you will provide business leadership and technical guidance associated with electrical engineering to accomplish our project commitments and growth objectives. This role reports to the Business Unit Manager.
If you are ready to take a proactive role in recruitment, mentoring, and project oversight, join us where you can make a significant difference in our team's success and client satisfaction.
Dewberry is a leading, market-facing professional services firm with more than 60 locations and 2,500 professionals nationwide. The Fairfax, Virginia-based firm is locally and family-owned. What sets us apart from our competitors is our people. At Dewberry, we seek exceptional talent and strive to deliver the highest quality of services to our clients. By joining our firm, you'll have the chance to collaborate with the best and brightest and work on innovative and complex projects at the forefront of the industry. Our commitment to excellence stems from our personal integrity and from other defining attributes, which we call "Dewberry at Work," that have inspired our employees to be successful for over 60 years.
Responsibilities
The Electrical Discipline/Department Manager will be responsible for growing, mentoring, and developing the electrical staff in a way that allows each individual and our collective MEPS team to achieve maximum potential. More specifically:
  • Providing electrical technical guidance/leadershipto accomplish the work committed to in proposals and assigning / leading the appropriate electrical resources to do the work.
  • Assist Project/Client Managers by providing engineering resources - a design team - to help meet the client's desires and budget. Duties would also include some involvement in direct sales and assisting with sales efforts for multidiscipline projects.
  • Technical and Quality oversight of all electrical work. Authority for all technical decisions made for projects within the Department including establishing/improving electrical design standards.
  • Provide 'on-the-spot' advice and decisions, technical and cost estimates.
  • Coordination with all disciplines involved, including outside consultants.
  • Taking a highly active role in recruitment of electrical staff including networking, recruitment, interviewing and "deal closing".
  • Organizing electrical staff in a way to allow career advancement, professional development, quality client service, and operational efficiencies to meet business and project financial goals.
  • Schedule for the electrical department/staff including:
  • Project assignments and priorities
  • Delivery due dates for group project commitments
  • Workload/Capacity
  • Annual evaluations for each direct report.
  • Provide general updates of where electrical discipline is at on projects (status in the process, tasks to complete, percentage complete currently, budget, etc.)
  • Identify milestone dates when each discipline should provide information, at each phase, to allow sufficient time for good design coordination.
  • Attention to project scope during the design process to identify potential additional services.
  • Simply put - Discipline/Department Managers control all production resources, and all commitments must come from Discipline/Department Managers. Conversely - accountability for our deliveries comes from Discipline/Department Managers.

Required Skills & Required Experience
  • Accomplished electrical engineer/PE
  • 15+ years of progressive technical experience in the design of electrical systems.
  • Experience should include technical oversight of multiple projects with proven success in meeting contract specifications and achieving high performance and growth of a team.
  • Self-motivated with highly developed verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.

Don't meet every single requirement? At Dewberry, we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace for our employees. So if you're excited about this role, but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the position description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may just be the right candidate for this or other opportunities.
*At this time, Dewberry will not sponsor a new applicant for work authorization.
*Dewberry is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation.
*Only recipients of an offer of employment from Dewberry will be required to submit to a background screening, which may include, but is not limited to, employment verification, educational and other credential verification, driving record check, criminal background check, and an investigative consumer report. These screenings will be conducted by Dewberry's background vendor of choice and will be conducted in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local law.
Notice to Third Party Recruiters: Dewberry only compensates job placement recruiters that have a valid Dewberry-approved written agreement in place for recruiting services. Dewberry does not compensate third-party recruiters for unsolicited job placement candidate information.
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