Engineering Operations Manager
Gaylor Electric, Inc. · Atlanta, GA
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- Full-time
- $120,000 / year
- Atlanta, GA
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Engineering Operations Manager
Gaylor Electric, Inc. · Atlanta, GA
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Job highlights
- Lead engineering operations and high-impact projects.
- Build and mentor a high-performance engineering team.
- Drive BIM and Virtual Design innovation.
- Partner with operations and clients for project success.
- Influence business strategy and project outcomes.
About the role
Engineering Operations Manager
Why This Role Matters
Gaylor Electric is looking for an Engineering Operations Manager to lead one of the most critical parts of our business—how projects are designed, coordinated, and brought to life in the field. This is not a back-office engineering role. You’ll sit at the center of operations, influencing how projects are executed from preconstruction through installation—leading teams, driving strategy, and ensuring our designs are not only accurate, but buildable, efficient, and competitive. You’ll work on high-profile, complex projects ($1M–$600M) across mission critical, manufacturing, healthcare, and large-scale commercial construction—partnering directly with operations, field leadership, and clients to make them successful.
What You’ll Own
Build & Lead a High-Performance Engineering Team
- Lead, mentor, and elevate a team of Design Engineers and Virtual Designers
- Shape the structure, performance, and future of your team
- Drive recruiting, onboarding, and development of top-tier talent
- Create a culture built on accountability, ownership, and continuous improvement
Drive Project Success from Day One
- Own engineering execution across multiple projects during preconstruction and design
- Ensure designs are constructible, coordinated, and aligned with field execution
- Be the technical leader teams rely on for solving complex electrical challenges
- Keep projects moving—on schedule, within budget, and aligned with client expectations
Lead the Future of Electrical Design (BIM & Virtual Design)
- Drive how BIM and Virtual Design are used across projects—not just adoption, but excellence
- Lead coordination with GCs, architects, and trade partners to solve real-world install challenges
- Oversee the delivery of installation-ready drawings and coordinated models
- Push innovation, standardization, and smarter ways to design and build
Partner with Operations & Clients
- Be the bridge between engineering, field operations, and customers
- Influence strategy, solve problems early, and keep teams aligned
- Lead design conversations in meetings and represent engineering at a high level
- Provide ongoing technical support to field teams throughout the project lifecycle
Impact the Business
- Influence cost, schedule, and quality through smarter design decisions
- Identify value engineering opportunities that drive competitiveness
- Review scopes, contracts, and specs to reduce risk and improve execution
- Play a key role in hitting regional performance and delivery targets
Experience
What Sets You Up to Win
- Background in electrical construction, engineering, or VDC/BIM leadership
- Experience leading teams within an electrical contractor or similar environment
- Strong understanding of constructability—not just design theory
- Experience supporting Design-Build, Design Assist, or Plan/Spec work
Technical Foundation
- Solid understanding of NEC and working knowledge of major building codes
- Hands-on experience with tools like Revit, Navisworks, AutoCAD, and Autodesk Construction Cloud
- Ability to lead design reviews, coordination efforts, and technical discussions
Leadership Mindset
- You build teams, not just manage them
- You’re proactive, solutions-oriented, and comfortable making decisions
- You can communicate clearly with executives, field leaders, and clients
- You take ownership of outcomes—not just tasks
Preferred Background
- 10+ years in electrical construction, engineering, or coordination
- Experience in Mission Critical or other complex construction environments
- Background as a Superintendent, MEP Coordinator, or Electrical Supervisor
- Journeyman Electrician license (a plus, not required)
Why Gaylor Electric
Gaylor Electric is the Highest Performing National Contractor of Excellence, delivering design-build electrical construction, utility services, and 24/7 on-demand electrical support nationwide. We are built on the Merit Shop philosophy, offering unlimited opportunities for growth and advancement based on performance. Our teams value reliable resources, strong outcomes, meaningful insights, and genuine care for people—driving long-term client relationships and lasting careers.
Key skills/competency
- Electrical Engineering Operations Management
- Team Leadership & Development
- Project Management (Preconstruction & Design)
- BIM & Virtual Design (VDC) Leadership
- Constructability Analysis
- Electrical Codes & Standards (NEC)
- Autodesk Construction Cloud Proficiency
- Client & Stakeholder Communication
- Risk Management
- Value Engineering
Skills & topics
- Engineering Operations Manager
- Electrical Construction
- VDC BIM
- Team Leadership
- Project Management
- Preconstruction
- Design Build
- Autodesk
- NEC
- Construction Management
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight electrical construction, VDC/BIM leadership, and team management experience.
- Showcase technical skills: Emphasize proficiency in Revit, Navisworks, AutoCAD, and Autodesk Construction Cloud.
- Demonstrate leadership: Provide examples of building teams and driving project success.
- Understand constructability: Articulate your knowledge of real-world electrical installation.
- Research Gaylor Electric: Understand their Merit Shop philosophy and commitment to excellence.
Technical preparation
Master Revit, Navisworks, AutoCAD.,Understand NEC and building codes deeply.,Practice constructability analysis.,Familiarize with Autodesk Construction Cloud.
Behavioral questions
Describe leading a team through a complex project.,How do you ensure designs are buildable?,Share an example of driving innovation.,How do you manage stakeholder expectations?
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the primary focus of the Engineering Operations Manager role at Gaylor Electric?
- The Engineering Operations Manager at Gaylor Electric is responsible for overseeing how projects are designed, coordinated, and executed in the field, acting as a central figure influencing strategy and team performance from preconstruction through installation.
- What types of projects will an Engineering Operations Manager at Gaylor Electric work on?
- You will work on high-profile, complex electrical construction projects ranging from $1M to $600M. These projects span various sectors including mission-critical, manufacturing, healthcare, and large-scale commercial construction.
- What is the expected technical proficiency for this role at Gaylor Electric?
- A solid understanding of NEC and major building codes is required, along with hands-on experience with tools like Revit, Navisworks, AutoCAD, and Autodesk Construction Cloud. You should be capable of leading design reviews and coordination efforts.
- How does Gaylor Electric approach team development for the Engineering Operations Manager?
- Gaylor Electric emphasizes building high-performance engineering teams. The role involves leading, mentoring, and elevating Design Engineers and Virtual Designers, shaping team structure, and driving the recruitment and development of top talent.
- What is the significance of BIM and Virtual Design in this role?
- Leading the future of electrical design is a key responsibility. This includes driving the use of BIM and Virtual Design for excellence, coordinating with external partners, and pushing innovation in design and build processes.
- What kind of leadership qualities are valued for the Engineering Operations Manager at Gaylor Electric?
- Gaylor Electric seeks leaders who build teams, are proactive and solutions-oriented, comfortable making decisions, communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders, and take ownership of outcomes.
- What career growth opportunities are available at Gaylor Electric?
- Gaylor Electric is built on the Merit Shop philosophy, offering unlimited opportunities for growth and advancement based on performance. They focus on developing lasting careers through reliable resources, strong outcomes, and genuine care for people.
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