Scope of Work: Accountable for the management and performance of design/engineering department personnel, the integration and coordination of technical designs with other internal departments and external consultants, and the review of completed department work for targeted projects, technical adequacy, and    satisfaction of project requirements. 

Internally: Interacts with Operations, Purchasing, Marketing, Business Development, and Estimating. 

Externally: Interacts with engineers, architects, consultants, owners, representatives, and electrical equipment vendors. Position assists in estimating. 

Responsibilities: Responsible for department planning, organizing, and developing standard operating procedures and other control documents, supervising and guiding staff methods, approaches, and techniques for conceptual and interpretive drafting of design-build or plan/spec projects, conferring with interdepartmental personnel concerning technical support issues, production scheduling and coordination with external consultants to resolve design issues, researching, developing, and preparing design documents as well as reviewing completed work to determine adequacy and accuracy of drawings and design. 

Manages and supervises, or participates in, the design of electrical systems for branch projects. Supervises, or participates in, the planning and implementation of research methodology and procedures related to engineering projects. Supervises, or participates in, the preparation and analysis of technical drawings, and specifications. Ensures installations and operations conform to electrical code standards and customer requirements. Supervises, or participates in, the performance of detailed calculations to compute and establish manufacturing, installation, and maintenance standards and specifications. Supervises and coordinates manufacturing, installing, maintaining, and testing activities. Ensures compliance with specifications, codes, and customer requirements. Supervises, or participates in, the inspection of completed installations; observes ongoing operations for conformance to specifications, as well as operational, safety, and quality standards. Supervises, or participates in, the estimation of labor, materials, equipment, construction, etc. costs; prepares reports. Plans the overall department operations and ensures achievement of goals and objectives either directly or through subordinate staff. Develops, coaches and/or mentors subordinate staff. Conducts performance evaluations; recommends salary adjustments; schedules and approves overtime; takes disciplinary action, as necessary; etc. Develops, interprets and ensures the consistent application of organization policies. Establishes and controls budgets. Develops or approves recommendations to change systems, policies and procedures; ensures timely and accurate implementation. Establishes deadlines. Handles department unusual or difficult inquiries/situations through direct personal action or as directed. 

Minimum Requirements:

Education: High school graduate, holder of G.E.D., or equivalent studies/experience. Experience: Revit Certification (or) 5+ years of relevant professional experience 10+ years preferred of relevant electrical experience and completion of the Virtual Designer career development plan. Experience as a supervisor with an Electrical contractor is preferred. Must have proven knowledge of the National Electrical Code and be familiar with IBC, IECC and life safety codes. Proven organizational and management skills. Proficiency with Engineering & Virtual Design Software platforms, Autodesk Construction Cloud, Collaborate Pro, Autodesk Build, Autodesk Docs, AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks, BIM 360 Glue, etc.  Ability to prioritize and require minimal supervision. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Demonstrate and uphold all Gaylor Electric core values, which include integrity, accountability, teamwork, innovation, and growth. Ability to travel when needed. Ability to lead Electrical Design discussions. Ability to evaluate Plans and Specs, Bid Build projects, recommend cost savings and Value Engineering solutions.

Gaylor Electric, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer including disability and veterans.