Department Manager, Structured Cabling & Security Systems

Job Details: Job Location: Uihlein Corporate Office - BROOKFIELD, WI, Salary Range: Undisclosed, For over 100 years, Uihlein Electric has been proud to serve as one of Milwaukee’s most dependable electrical service providers.   Our work is grounded in our company’s five core values: Safety, Professionalism, Quality, Integrity and Community.  We are growing and are looking for driven and organized individuals who share the same pride and enthusiasm for the industry as we do.

Purpose:          The Department Manager, Structured Cabling & Security Systems is responsible for selling, estimating and delivering all technology projects in a professional, safe, timely, and efficient manner.

Essential Duties include the following:

Supports estimating and business development efforts for technology-related work
Leads and manages technology/low-voltage projects from pre-construction through closeout; develops project schedules, budgets, and resource plans
Serves as the primary point of contact for clients on technology scope
Oversees design review, system layout, and coordination with general contractors, engineers, and clients
Coordinates procurement of materials, equipment, and subcontractors
Throughout project lifecycle, continuously evaluates project costs in relation to schedule; ensures project remains on/under budget 
Identifies and resolves project risks, delays, or technical challenges
Supervises and supports field teams, Foremen, and Technicians
Ensures installations meet code requirements, project specifications, and quality standards
Conducts weekly site safety and quality inspections
Conducts customer site walkthroughs and informational meetings
Attends operations, safety, and project meetings
Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications:  

Qualifications/Requirements:

5+ years of experience in low-voltage systems, electrical contracting, or technology integration
2+ years in a leadership or project management role
Knowledge of current electrical codes and standards
Experience reading and interpreting blueprints
Demonstrated understanding of electrical process from preconstruction through job completion
Prior experience with estimating software heavily preferred
Ability to plan and coordinate multiple projects while meeting customer expectations and margin targets
Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and through written format
Ability to create and maintain rapport with customers, employees, etc

Physical Requirements:

Able to work in an office where the job performance may require a long time sitting or standing.
Produce, file, and perform other administrative functions as assigned.
Ability to wear job-specific required PPE as needed.
Must be able to drive to various customer sites as required.

Work Environment:

Well-lit, heated, and/or air-conditioned modern office setting with adequate ventilation
Employees may experience exposure to heat, cold, wind, rain, and snow on job sites

The above statements are intended to reflect the principal duties of the position and are not intended to be all-inclusive. Management reserves the right to change