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Electrical Design Manager at Holder Construction
Herndon, VAFull-timeMEP Building TechnologyPosted about 1 month ago
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<p data-start="118" data-end="367"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">Holder Construction is a nationally recognized leader in the construction industry, consistently ranked among the top firms on ENR’s Top 400 Contractors list. </span>We are a performance-driven company that believes in rewarding excellence and investing in our people. Our structured career development program empowers associates to grow quickly into expanded roles and responsibilities based on merit. <span data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">With operations throughout the United States, w</span>e offer a highly competitive compensation and benefits package, including:</span></p>
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<li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);" data-start="118" data-end="367"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Annual bonus program</span></li>
<li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);" data-start="118" data-end="367"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Paid time off</span></li>
<li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);" data-start="118" data-end="367"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Health, dental, vision, and life insurance</span></li>
<li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);" data-start="118" data-end="367"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">401(k)-retirement plan</span></li>
<li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);" data-start="118" data-end="367"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Night and swing shift differential pay for select roles</span></li>
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</div></div><p><strong>About the Role</strong></p>
<p>We are looking for an Electrical Design Manager to join our MEP – Prefabrication & Supply Chain Management team in our Washington, D.C. office. This is a full-time, in-person position.</p>
<p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p>
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<li>Lead and manage the design process for Mission Critical projects, coordinating teams and deliverables.</li>
<li>Interpret electrical drawings and specifications; apply National Electrical Code (NEC) standards.</li>
<li>Oversee cross-discipline design reviews and ensure quality for MEP disciplines.</li>
<li>Address design and engineering challenges during design and construction phases.</li>
<li>Develop integrated electrical room concepts and manage subcontractors to finalize designs.</li>
<li>Communicate effectively, manage deadlines, and provide reporting to leadership.</li>
<li>Coach and mentor junior associates, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team.</li>
<li>Adapt to changing priorities and contribute to continuous improvement.</li>
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<p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p>
<p>Required:</p>
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<li>5–8+ years in an engineering position, preferably with experience in Mission Critical projects.</li>
<li>Experience with design process and management of complex projects, including teams and deliverables.</li>
<li>Ability to interpret contract documents and agreements.</li>
<li>Strong understanding of electrical and controls, including NEC standards.</li>
<li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills.</li>
<li>Ability to independently assess and evaluate issues and have difficult conversations professionally.</li>
<li>High level of morality and ethics.</li>
<li>Strategic, solutions-oriented, detail-oriented, and flexible.</li>
<li>Independent worker with a collaborative mindset.</li>
<li>Highly organized and detail oriented.</li>
<li>Ability to coach and mentor others and receive meaningful feedback.</li>
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<p>Preferred:</p>
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<li>Experience with cross-discipline coordination and design quality reviews.</li>
<li>Ability to innovate and adapt to new technology.</li>
<li>Outstanding time management skills.</li>
<li>Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.</li>
</ul><div class="content-conclusion"><p class="font_8 wixui-rich-text__text"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span class="wixui-rich-text__text">Holder is committed to Equal Opportunity Employment (EOE).</span></span></p>
<p class="font_8 wixui-rich-text__text"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span class="wixGuard wixui-rich-text__text"></span><span class="wixui-rich-text__text">Substance abuse testing and a background screening is a condition of employment and Holder Construction does not sponsor applicants for immigration status or benefits.</span></span></p></div>
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