Electrical Site Manager

About the role

This role leads all field operations, ensuring safe, on-time, and high-quality installation of automated material handling systems while acting as the primary on-site interface with the customer. The Site Manager is responsible for the end-to-end execution of on-site project activities, from mobilization through commissioning and final acceptance, and drives coordination across engineering, controls, commissioning, subcontractors, and customer stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Site Execution & Leadership: Lead all on-site project activities from mobilization through commissioning and demobilization; manage installation and integration of automated systems (shuttles, conveyors, AS/RS, robotics); drive daily execution to meet schedule, budget, and quality targets; act as the on-site decision maker and escalation point.
• Safety & Compliance: Own site safety program and enforce all safety standards (OSHA / local regulations); conduct daily safety walks, toolbox talks, and audits; ensure subcontractor compliance with safety procedures; drive a zero-incident culture.
• Planning & Schedule Management: Develop and manage short-term and look-ahead schedules; coordinate labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractors; identify risks early and implement mitigation actions; track progress vs. plan and adjust execution strategy.
• Stakeholder & Customer Management: Serve as primary on-site contact for the customer; lead coordination meetings; communicate progress, risks, and recovery plans.
• Installation & Quality Management: Oversee mechanical, electrical, and controls installation; ensure installation meets engineering specifications; manage punch lists and inspections.
• Commissioning & Handover: Coordinate transition to commissioning teams; support testing, validation, and acceptance; lead site closeout and documentation.
• Reporting & Controls: Produce site reports (progress, risks, safety); track budget, productivity, and materials; maintain documentation and support forecasting.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in site management, construction, or industrial installation.
• Experience with automated material handling systems or robotics.
• Proven leadership of field teams and subcontractors.

Travel

The travel percentage will vary depending on project lifecycle, averaging 60 to 90% across the year.

Benefits

• PTO, sick leave, and paid holidays.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Company-paid Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance.
• Company-paid Life Insurance.
• Company-paid Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance.
• 401K with employer match, currently 4%.
• Partial Tuition Reimbursement after 12 months.

Pay

Gross Salary Range: $90,000 to $122,000