Electrical Manager

Job Description

About Walbec Group

Walbec produces high-quality construction materials and delivers unparalleled professional design, engineering and construction services at its six companies, including Payne and Dolan, Northeast Asphalt, Zenith Tech, Parisi, Premier Concrete, and Construction Resources Management. Whether building bridges, stabilizing shorelines, rehabilitating structures, or providing site engineering and construction solutions for solar, Walbec is your bridge to expertise in construction and engineering.

With safety and ethics at the core of everything we do, our experienced professionals are hard at work on commercial and industrial sites throughout the Midwest. 

The Position

The Electrical Manager will be responsible for overseeing the completion of complex electrical projects for all asphalt and aggregate plants within the Walbec Group of companies. Primary duties will include budgeting, design, and assisting in providing information for capital expenditure projects, as well as managing electrical projects and performing field work when necessary. This candidate is expected to provide strong leadership while promoting a culture of ethics, safety, and compliance.

Responsibilities

• 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 support for developing current year capital expenditures projects.
• Keep equipment assessments current on electrical infrastructure at plant sites in order to layout a 5-year plan for major electrical projects and capital expenditures.
• 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
  
  

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.
  
  

The Benefits

• Competitive compensation aligned with industry standards
• Employer Paid Medical Plan with HRA contribution (eligibility requirements)
• Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Flex Spending Account (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Company-paid short and long-term disability coverage
• Paid parental leave
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Profit sharing
• Robust Walbec training and professional development program
• Ongoing career growth opportunities
  
  

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action employer, and it is our practice to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants. In addition, it is the policy of the Company to comply with applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in each locality in which the Company has employees. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply!