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Southwire Operations Manager - Projects and Installation in Carrollton, Georgia
Operations Manager - Projects and Installation
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Date: Dec 31, 2024
Location: Carrollton, GA, US, 30119
Company: Southwire Company LLC
A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America’s largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools and jobsite power and lighting solutions. The company also offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency as well as field services including cable testing, rejuvenation and replacement to support our customers as a value-add partner. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuition reimbursement and unlimited growth opportunities. Our more than seven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to developing innovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardship and enhancing the well-being of the communities in which we work and live. How will you power what’s possible?
Location: Carrollton Headquarters
Southwire Job Description
Through personal leadership, the Operations Manager – Projects and Installation ensures that a positive and productive working environment is created and maintained. This role provides continuous leadership and direction for improvement in the areas of safety, quality, service and cost through a ONE Southwire approach. The person will develop and direct strong Project Management and Installation teams and work effectively through them to ensure execution of projects meet and exceed customer expectations.
Description of Duties and Responsibilities
Drive a Culture of ZERO relating to Safety & Quality, throughout the HV Organization.
Develop and manage effective teams of project management and installation professionals
Assure Southwire commitments to customer are met in accordance with contract
Proactively plans, monitors and controls project activities to maximize margins
Coordinates and reviews work performed by Project Managers and Installation Technicians and mentor/coach teams accordingly
Works in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the projects scope and commitments are met
Develop new processes and programs as needed and where gaps exist
Ensure proper certification of all Project Managers and Installation Technicians are up-to-date and documented
Track HV Installation Department cash flow, budgets, spending etc.
Collect and maintain weekly timesheets, submit Payroll documentation and update allocated record of installation hours.
Participate in prebid meetings, specification reviews and installation estimating activities as they relate to developing project installation proposals, project management and project implementation aspects of a project.
Review and approve all project management and installation costs quoted in customer tenders
Qualifications and Experience Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree or equal combination of education/experience required.
5+ years of experience leading skilled trades professionals required.
Experience overseeing project-based work and budgets preferred.
Ability to work with projects of varying size, complexity and contractual types is necessary.
Knowledge of high voltage cable production and accessory installation procedures required.
A broad range of management skills is required with particular emphasis on leadership, supervision, motivation, communication and planning.
Must have excellent verbal and written skills along with exceptional interpersonal skills.
Knowledge of MS Word, MS Project, Excel and PowerPoint.
Adept knowledge of SAP preferred ability to learn SAP quickly is a must.
Competencies
Attracts Top Talent
Drives Results
Courage
Decision Quality
Financial Acumen
Communicates Effectively
Benefits We Offer:
401k with Matching
Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)
Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
Long & Short-Term Disability
Supplemental Insurance Plans
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Referral Program
Tuition Reimbursement Programs
Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities
Parental Leave
& More
Southwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Nearest Major Market: Atlanta
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