Electrical Engineer – Operations Manager (Water/Wastewater Construction, Federal Projects)

Atlantic Electric LLC seeks an Electrical Engineer who will transition into an Operations Manager role to lead electrical construction efforts, with a clear emphasis on water and wastewater treatment facilities as well as federal projects. This position blends technical leadership with cross-functional coordination among engineers, contractors, and field teams to drive project execution, safety, and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations of electrical construction projects, focusing on water and wastewater treatment facilities
• Oversee execution of federal projects, ensuring compliance with agency requirements such as USACE, NAVFAC, and FAA
• Manage electrical scopes on FAA-related infrastructure projects, ensuring adherence to aviation and federal standards
• Ensure compliance with federal project requirements, specifications, reporting, and documentation standards
• Oversee project managers, superintendents, and field teams to ensure successful project delivery
• Manage project schedules and budgets
• Review and interpret electrical engineering drawings, specifications, and submittals
• Coordinate closely with engineers, contractors, and government representatives
• Enforce strict adherence to safety standards, quality control, and regulatory compliance
• Identify and resolve operational challenges, risks, and project issues proactively
• Drive process improvements to enhance efficiency, productivity, and project outcomes

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (required)
• Minimum 7–10+ years of experience in electrical construction
• Demonstrated experience with water/wastewater treatment plant projects
• Experience working on federal, government, or USACE/NAVFAC/FAA projects
• Proven leadership experience managing multiple projects and teams
• Strong understanding of NEC, NFPA, and applicable federal construction standards
• Ability to read and interpret complex electrical and control system designs

Technologies

• Primavera P6
• MS Project

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives
• Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision)
• 401(k) with company match
• Stable pipeline of complex, high-impact projects
• Growth opportunities within a technically driven organization
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location

• Location: North Charleston, SC (onsite)
• In person