Operations Manager, Electrical

VIATechnik • Chicago, IL

4d • $150,000 • Remote

About The Position

VIATechnik is on a mission to lead the built environment in creating a better future, today. We are one team of over 500 digital experts around the globe. Our team is a quickly growing group of committed architects, engineers, tradespersons, researchers, and business leaders. Together, we empower clients through high-quality, high-velocity experiences that consistently improve outcomes across the design, construction, and operations of buildings and infrastructure. Our clients include Amazon, Mars Wrigley, and National Geographic, the firms shaping the world's most ambitious projects.
Build the Future of Digital Construction
At VIATechnik, we're redefining how construction teams collaborate, coordinate, and deliver. As the Operations Manager for our Electrical BIM Studio, you'll play a critical role in shaping how our global teams operate-and how our clients succeed.
This is not a back-office operations role. You'll sit at the center of delivery, performance, and innovation-driving the systems and workflows that turn BIM into real-world impact.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience working with electrical subcontractors in various aspects of business, including project management, field construction, business accounting and contracts, and utilizing KPIs to manage the team OR working with a general contractor managing electrical trades.
• Management-level experience within the construction industry leading a team of 5-7 people.
• Knowledge of lean construction, Agile, Six Sigma, and other process improvement methodologies.
• Experience with managing direct reports and their professional development.
• Experience generating estimates and budgets for potential project opportunities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of drawing production standards for fabrication, including conduit/raceway layout, bill of materials, panel schedules, and layout drawings.
• Broad knowledge of VDC standards within the electrical construction industry.
• US work authorization is required.

Nice To Haves

• Prefabrication knowledge in electrical assemblies
• Understanding of common software used within VDC such as Revit, ACC, and Bluebeam.
• Knowledge of Autodesk Construction Cloud and services.
• Knowledge of some Revit-based plugins for spooling/prefab such as EvolveMEP.
• Strong knowledge of software and technology related to the electrical contracting industry.
• Proficient knowledge of electrical building systems, including design, fabrication, and installation.

Responsibilities

• Lead initiatives that improve how work gets done across our Electrical BIM Studio, ensuring our teams consistently deliver high-quality results-faster, smarter, and more efficiently.
• Design and optimize workflows that improve team efficiency and delivery speed
• Standardize processes to ensure consistent, high-quality BIM outputs
• Partner with technical leaders to align tools, systems, and delivery methods
• Translate BIM deliverables into measurable client value (cost, safety, coordination)
• Identify bottlenecks and implement scalable solutions across global teams
• Collaborate with team members across the U.S., Philippines, India, and Poland
• Identify personnel needs and work with recruitment team to develop a scalable and structured team to meet growing business needs
• Manage various operational teams and create strong collaboration processes between the teams
• Pilot new tools and operational improvements to elevate performance

Benefits

• Health insurance with the choice of five plan options. We cover 70-95% of premiums for VIATechies and 65% of the premiums for dependents (depending on the plan chosen)
• Dental and vision insurance. We cover up to 75% of the monthly insurance premiums for VIATechies and up to 50% of the premiums for dependents (depending on the plans chosen)
• Open and flexible time off
• A 401(k) plan that is fully vested immediately
• Home office setup costs
• Paid holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed