Intermountain Electric (IME) brings decades of experience as a trusted leader in electrical contracting. Founded in 1946, we began as a small company in Denver, CO, and have since grown to be part of the largest specialty contractor in North America. Today, we work with owners and contractors nationwide, delivering complex construction solutions across various industries, including aviation, mission critical, entertainment, and healthcare.
At IME, our people are our most valuable asset. We are committed to fostering a culture that prioritizes safety, quality, and professional growth. Joining IME is more than just finding a job—it's about building a career with opportunities to advance and make an organizational impact. Power your future with IME and be a part of a team that drives success in every project.
Intermountain Electric, Inc. (IME) is seeking an Operations Manager to join their growing team!
Do you have the desire, skills, and proven strategy to be part of a winning team?Do you love the challenge of finding unique solutions for complex projects?Does the idea of growth and expansion motivate you?Are you a team player who is ready to take on the responsibility of a prime role in a growing company?The Operations Manager will oversee the strategic planning, execution, and completion of large-scale industrial and commercial electrical construction projects. This role is pivotal in ensuring the seamless integration of project planning, quality control, budget management, and team leadership across multiple projects. The Operations Manager will drive operational excellence by ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards, while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development within the team.
What You'll DoStrategic Project Planning: Lead the comprehensive review of project plans, contracts, and deliverables with Project Managers (PMs), ensuring alignment with organizational goals and client expectations. Assign tasks and resources strategically, set clear performance metrics, and provide ongoing guidance to optimize resource allocation and adherence to critical project milestones. Continuously assess project risks, implement mitigation strategies, and adapt plans to ensure minimal disruption to project timelines and outcomes. Conduct regular site visits and facilitate monthly project reviews to evaluate progress on safety, schedule adherence, quality of work, and change order management.
Quality Assurance & Control: Develop, implement, and enforce rigorous quality control protocols across all construction projects to meet or exceed industry standards. Lead regular inspections and collaborate with key stakeholders to proactively address any quality concerns, ensuring that corrective actions are implemented promptly. Oversee the coordination of monthly reviews focused on project schedule, safety compliance, administrative efficiency, and profitability. Engage daily with PMs, vendors, and the purchasing department to ensure timely delivery of materials and continuity of project operations.
Financial Oversight & Budget Management: Oversee the financial performance of projects, ensuring that overhead schedules are accurate and reflective of current and projected manpower needs. Conduct in-depth financial and legal risk analyses, implementing mitigation strategies where necessary. Review and assess cost and schedule impacts related to design changes, working closely with PMs to communicate potential impacts to stakeholders in advance.
Leadership & Team Development: Provide visionary leadership to project teams, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Work closely with PMs to address and resolve client concerns, ensuring client satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle. Mentor and develop project teams, offering training opportunities, constructive feedback, and career development guidance to build a high-performing and engaged workforce.
Industry Networking & Relationship Management: Act as the company’s representative within the electrical contracting sector, upholding and promoting the company’s values, reputation, and expertise. Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and other stakeholders to ensure successful project outcomes and long-term partnerships. Uphold the highest standards of integrity, ethics, and professionalism in all interactions with internal and external stakeholders.
What You'll BringKnowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Exceptional ability to conduct due diligence and perform comprehensive risk assessments.Impeccable integrity and ethical standards, with a strong commitment to stakeholder satisfaction.Extensive knowledge of building construction, materials, systems, market conditions, and trade practices.Superior communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex information clearly and persuasively to diverse audiences.Advanced understanding of productivity tracking, scheduling, manpower forecasting, and staffing needs in large-scale construction projects.Strong business acumen with expertise in financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting.Willingness and ability to travel frequently to various construction sites.
Demonstrated accomplishments in the following areas:
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Procore, BlueBeam, Accubid, and other relevant construction management software.Proven track record of effectively managing, mentoring, and developing diverse project teams.Deep expertise in electrical construction within large-scale commercial environments.Strong network-building capabilities with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers, with a keen awareness of market trends.Thorough understanding and application of safety standards in electrical construction.Education & Experience:
15+ years of progressive project management experience, with a focus on overseeing large industrial and commercial electrical projects.Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience. What You'll GetWorking Conditions:
In this role, you will work both in office and on construction job sites. When traveling to a construction job site, you will encounter typical construction conditions including extreme temperatures, noise, dust, mud debris, welding, leading edge, trenching, and shoring, sometimes in a confined space. You may be required to visit multiple locations during any one day.
Benefits Overview:
IME provides an industry-leading comprehensive benefits package. Full-time employees are eligible to choose from a variety of healthcare coverage options, which become effective the first of the month after hire. In addition, employees are offered a substantial amount of PTO and are immediately eligible to make contributions to a generously matched and fully vested 401k.
Salary Range: $125,000 - $170,000
*Final salary and rates are based on education, experience, skills relevant to the role, and internal equity.*
Established in 1946, IME is part of Quanta Services, the largest specialty contractor in North America. We base our business model on always doing the right thing and pride ourselves in finding the best processes and practices in everything we do. As an electrical contractor, we install and service the power and lighting to commercial and industrial buildings in the Western US.
The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive and other duties may be assigned as required.
Intermountain Electric, Inc. (IME) is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and to creating an environment free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
IME will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees who are qualified for a job so that they may perform the essential duties of the position.
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
Compensation Range The anticipated compensation for this position is - depending on experience and qualifications. Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.
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