Electrical Trade Manager

Electrical Trade Manager

BLOX is revolutionizing the construction industry by integrating advanced manufacturing principles with innovative technology to deliver high-quality modular building solutions. We are driven by a mission to rethink how buildings are designed fabricated and delivered ensuring efficiency scalability and sustainability.

Description

BLOX is seeking an experienced Electrical Trade Manager to lead electrical trade field operations quality and code compliance across our manufacturing and construction operations. Serving as the companys licensed electrical authority this role owns trade planning and execution across assigned projects from constructability reviews and labor forecasting through on-site performance while overseeing design conformance inspections and workforce competency to ensure every BLOX module meets applicable codes and regulatory requirements.

Job Responsibilities

Overall responsibility for trade field operations across assigned projects

Planning (Pre-Construction)

Review design documents for constructability and clarity and provide feedback to the design team prior to final Field Drawing issue

Review the program schedule consistently and maintain the trade labor forecast for all assigned upcoming projects

Review proposed material buyout packages from the Project Manager to ensure material/component compliance compatibility quantity and site delivery scheduling

Build out a detailed work schedule for all trade activities required on each assigned project coordinating directly with Site Field Leadership (Superintendent) and Project Management (PM) to integrate into the overall project schedule and milestone achievement

Responsible for assigning all trade foremen/leadmen/journeymen/helpers to their respective projects and communicating assignments to them

Ensure Foremen assigned to each project fully understand the Trade schedule for their assigned project and drive deep commitment to achieving schedule milestones

Responsible for securing tools and equipment needed for trade work activities for all projects; ensure costs for tools and equipment are accounted for in estimates and project budgets and track costs to maintain compliance with budget

Execution (During On-Site Construction)

Lead manpower and material look-ahead planning directly with each Foreman on assigned projects; responsible for delivering this information to the Trade Project Manager and Site team members as needed

Responsible for recruiting hiring and other personnel decisions for Foremen and below based on approved headcounts from the Director of Construction

Attend daily meetings to discuss progress and schedule requirements

Establish safety training

Provide look-ahead requirements

Manage material for specific scope

Responsible for reviewing and approving all field time submitted for all trade staff on all projects; ensure time is accurate for all employees and cost coded correctly for each project

Quality & Compliance

Serve as BLOXs licensed electrical trade authority for manufacturing and field operations

Oversee electrical quality and code compliance across all modules and projects

Establish electrical installation standards inspection checklists and quality procedures

Review electrical designs drawings and submittals for code conformance

Coordinate third-party inspections and manage relationships with authorities having jurisdiction and regulatory bodies

Investigate electrical quality issues lead root-cause analysis and drive corrective actions

Support permitting certification and state modular program requirements

Train and develop electrical foremen electricians and quality inspectors

Stay current on NEC updates state amendments and industry best practices

Maintain documentation and records supporting compliance and audits

Job Skills & Qualifications

Active Master Electrician license required with the ability to serve as the companys license holder

Minimum of 8 years of commercial or industrial electrical experience including leadership or quality assurance responsibilities

Deep knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and state and local amendments

Experience with modular construction manufacturing or industrialized building preferred

Experience working with inspectors authorities having jurisdiction and regulatory agencies

Ability to read and interpret blueprints schematics and specifications

Proficiency in MS Office and quality or construction management software

Proven leadership communication and team coordination skills

Ability to travel to project sites and manufacturing facilities as needed

Benefits:

BLOX offers the full spectrum of comprehensive benefits including health dental and vision insurance. We also offer flexible spending accounts paid time off short term disability long term disability life insurance and a 401k plan.

BLOX believes in the growth of our people. We provide support for employees pursuing licenses/certifications creating clear pathways for skill development and career advancement.

BLOX LLC is committed to making employment decisions based on an individuals qualifications performance and ability to contribute to our team. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and do not discriminate based on race color religion sex (including pregnancy sexual orientation and gender identity) national origin age disability or any other status protected by applicable law.

We are equally committed to maintaining a respectful and inclusive workplace. Harassment or discrimination of any kind based on a protected status is strictly prohibited.