KODIAK Construction Recruiting & Staffing

Construction Operations Manager

Charleston, SC • Posted 5 days ago
Onsite Contract Electric Power Generation

Our client is entering an exciting new phase of growth and leadership transition—and we’re looking for a proven operations leader to help shape what comes next.

This is not just another operations role.

This is a hands-on operational leadership opportunity for a technical expert who can strengthen project performance, field execution, overall project financial well-being, and team development, with the potential for expanded responsibility based on demonstrated success.


Compensation & Benefits

📍 Charleston, NC

🏢 Full-Time | Executive Leadership

🚗 In-Office | Travel to Project Sites

Compensation & Benefits

Base Salary: $180,000 - $250,000

  • $600 Monthly Car Allowance
  • Company Cell Phone or Reimbursement
  • Company Laptop
  • Company Credit Card
  • Comprehensive Benefits Package
  • Relocation package for the right candidate
  • Leadership Development & Professional Growth Opportunities
  • YOU MUST HAVE 10yrs of ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION EXPERIENCE


What You’ll Own

  • Lead all electrical construction operations across the company
  • Oversee project management, field teams, and operational performance
  • Drive consistency in execution, scheduling, and staffing
  • Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and profitably
  • Partner with leadership on growth strategy and operational improvements


💰 What You’ll Drive

  • Job cost, labor productivity, and margin performance
  • Forecasting and financial oversight across multiple projects
  • Operational efficiency and scalable processes
  • Continuous improvement in execution and delivery


👥 What You’ll Build

  • Develop PMs, superintendents, and future leaders
  • Strengthen accountability and communication across teams
  • Help build the next generation of operational leadership


WHAT WILL CATCH OUR EYE:

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering , or related field experience
  • 10+years of progressive leadership experience and team development
  • 10+ years in electrical construction projects execution and operations
  • Proven experience leading multiple projects, divisions or operational teams and locations
  • Strong financial acumen (job cost, margins, forecasting)
  • Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to summarize key operational issues into actionable, executive-ready recommendations.
  • Commercial, industrial, institutional, or infrastructure electrical construction background


WHAT WOULD BE A BONUS:

  • Experience with large-scale or complex projects
  • Familiarity with BIM, prefabrication, Lean Construction, or advanced operational systems
  • Experience developing operational leaders and high-performing teams
  • Vice President of Operations – Electrical Contractor
  • Operations Manager – Electrical Construction
  • Director of Operations – Electrical Contractor
  • Electrical Construction Operations Executive

Construction Operations Manager in Charleston at KODIAK Construction Recruiting & Staffing

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