Operations Manager – Dallas

Electra Link Inc•Dallas, TX

About The Position

Electra Link is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead day-to-day project execution and field operations for its Dallas location. The role ensures projects are appropriately staffed, scheduled, resourced, and supported to meet customer expectations, safety requirements, quality standards, and financial goals. The Operations Manager works closely with the General Manager, Project Managers, Superintendents, field leadership, Human Resources, Purchasing, Safety, and other departments to address operational obstacles and maintain consistent execution across projects. This hands-on leadership role balances people, projects, resources, and accountability while developing a strong operations team.

Requirements

7+ years of progressive experience in construction, low-voltage, electrical, telecommunications, data center, or a related project-based environment.
3+ years of experience leading field operations, project teams, or multiple concurrent projects.
Strong understanding of project scheduling, manpower planning, labor productivity, materials, and field operations.
Demonstrated experience leading and developing Superintendents, Foremen, Project Managers, or similar operational teams.
Strong communication, organization, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced project environment.
Working knowledge of construction safety practices and quality standards.
Ability to travel to project sites as required.

Nice To Haves

Low-voltage/structured cabling or data-center construction experience is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Oversee daily operations across assigned projects and ensure projects are appropriately staffed, scheduled, and resourced.
Support Project Managers and Superintendents in identifying and resolving operational challenges.
Monitor productivity, labor utilization, project progress, and field performance; promote consistent execution and accountability.
Coordinate regular project meetings and follow-up activities.
Monitor project metrics, including schedule, manpower, materials, and financial performance.
Track and coordinate AIAs, contract and customer billing, submittals, change orders, and closeout items.
Provide operational support and guidance to Project Managers and Superintendents.
Plan and coordinate labor requirements across projects; partner with HR and field leadership on recruiting, onboarding, staffing, and workforce planning.
Manage short-term labor allocation, resolve manpower shortages, and optimize crew utilization while minimizing downtime.
Coordinate material procurement and deliveries with Purchasing.
Ensure tools, equipment, vehicles, and materials are available and properly maintained; manage jobsite logistics and storage requirements.
Minimize project delays caused by material or equipment shortages.
Support company safety policies and jobsite requirements; partner with Safety and QA/QC teams to maintain compliance and quality standards.
Address field issues proactively and ensure corrective actions are completed; promote a safety-first, quality-driven culture.
Develop Superintendents, Foremen, and field teams; identify skills gaps and coordinate training with internal and external resources.
Provide mentorship and career development opportunities, establish clear expectations, and hold team members accountable for performance standards.
Conduct regular field visits, coaching, and performance feedback to build an engaged, high-performing field organization.
Identify opportunities to improve operational processes, productivity, and efficiency; implement best practices and lessons learned across projects.
Support adoption of new tools, technologies, and company initiatives, and promote innovation, accountability, teamwork, and operational excellence.