Electrical Manager

12530 Parklawn Drive, Headquarters - Rockville, MD, Maryland

Full time

At DAVIS, we’re redefining the way people experience construction by building success for all.

The Electrical Manager is responsible for leading the overall management of these specialized trades for a project, in both an estimating and preconstruction capacity. This role is responsible for understanding the deliverables, developing a work plan, and identifying resources required, while coordinating with the Lead Estimating Manager / Preconstruction Manager.

• Perform responsibilities with excellence in service, integrity and building relationships as exemplified in DAVIS core values
• Lead budget / bid / GMP assembly for the trade specialization
• Quantity takeoff – proficiency and efficiency in takeoff software
• Scope writing and qualification development for the trade specialization
• Collaborate with the project team in establishing comprehensive scopes of work incorporating operations standards
• Participate in constructability reviews
• Participate in the development of specific systems analyses and creation of Value Engineering and Alternates lists / logs
• Maintain subcontractor / supplier relationships
• Strategically identify and align the right subcontractors for the market sector and scope
• Strategy development for GMP’s and competitive bids
• Ability to distribute documents without support of an administrative assistant
• Coordinate with administrative staff to ensure the database is current with prequalified subcontractors
• Research and compile historical data for use in future budget preparation and competitive bids
• Assemble lessons learned from the Subcontractor buyout process
• Participate in project meetings and client presentations as required
• Attend pre-bid meetings and lead subcontractor walk-throughs
• Responsible for subcontractor / supplier coverage and effective communication and management
• Counsel, educate and coach staff to help them develop necessary job skills
• Work closely with assigned Operations, ICG, CRG and other IM+D team members
• Participate in the creation of proposal response documents
• Assist in the development of project schedules and approach strategies; coordinate with assigned Integrated Construction Group team members for 4D development
• Participate in the development of phasing, sequencing and site logistics strategies (as it relates to the trade specialization)
• Build relationships with clients, design team, and subcontractors
• Actively participate in networking events / organizations
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Safety – Consistently works within DAVIS safety standards; promotes safety as a priority with coworkers, subcontractors and external clients
• Team Collaboration – Works effectively within their own team and across the organization; promotes team atmosphere and culture; has a positive, can do attitude
• Commitment to Quality – Applies DAVIS standards to produce high quality work on a consistent basis; produces work that is accurate and reliable, actively demonstrates excellence in service; builds and maintains integrity as a core function of the job and in relationships with others
• Champions DAVIS Business – Consistently markets DAVIS business within the scope of the job; actively seeks and / or supports new business opportunities; actively builds relationships and encourages others to do the same

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture or related field or equivalent construction experience
• At least five (5) years’ experience in estimating for commercial construction
• Knowledge of principles and practices of engineering and construction management, including safety, quality and sustainability standards
• Solid presentation experience
• Ability in developing good relationships with clients, design teams and subcontractors
• Decision making, research and analytical problem solving skills
• Time management with the ability to organize, assess and prioritize multiple tasks, projects, and demands, and to work independently
• Possess strong verbal and written communication skills, and interact…