Electrical Department Manager
Engineering Manager - Electrical (Hybrid - Tampa, FL)
Location: Tampa, FL
Employment Type: Full-Time
Department: Electrical Engineering
Overview
A leading consulting engineering firm is seeking an Engineering Manager - Electrical to oversee a team of electrical engineers and designers. This role combines people leadership, workload management, and hands‑on design responsibilities. The position is ideal for an experienced electrical engineering leader who excels in technical design, team development, and managing complex building projects across diverse market sectors.
The firm offers a modern, collaborative environment with the opportunity to work on high‑impact projects that shape local and national communities. Hybrid flexibility, strong benefits, and career growth opportunities are included.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage workload distribution across the electrical engineering team
* Lead electrical system design including lighting, power distribution, emergency generation, fire alarm, and security systems
* Determine project scope and produce system layouts, calculations, and specifications
* Train, mentor, and coach engineers and designers
* Support recruiting, onboarding, and performance management processes
* Coordinate BIM drawings with all disciplines across project phases
* Perform construction administration duties: site observations, shop drawing review, punch lists
* Maintain strong communication with clients, architects, project managers, code officials, and contractors
* Monitor project scope, address variances, and ensure client satisfaction
* Prepare technical documents, project manuals, and specifications
* Support cost evaluations, design options, and technical decision‑making
* Collaborate with leadership on personnel matters and team development
Qualifications
* Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
* Minimum 7 years of experience leading multidisciplinary engineering teams
* At least 10 years of experience in electrical engineering design for commercial buildings (aviation, healthcare, higher education, hospitality, entertainment, or government preferred)
* Licensed Professional Engineer (PE)
* Experience with multiple project delivery methods (design‑build, design‑bid‑build, fast‑track, etc.)
* Strong knowledge of local, state, and national codes and regulations
* Proficiency in Revit MEP required; familiarity with other engineering software is a plus
* Strong computer skills (Microsoft O365, web applications)
* Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
* Ability to prepare original specifications and full project manuals
* Strong technical knowledge of electrical systems and equipment configuration
* Experience with cost comparison, estimating impacts, and value engineering
Skills & Competencies
* Strong leadership presence with the ability to build trust and respect
* Ability to lead while performing hands‑on design work
* Skilled in workload management and people development
* Excellent communication and open‑door leadership style
* Strong conflict‑resolution abilities and a solutions‑focused mindset
* High professional standards: organized, reliable, detail‑oriented
* Manages time effectively; maintains high-quality deliverables
* Ethical, confidential, accountable, and proactive
* Strong follow‑through and ability to hold project teams accountable
Physical Requirements
* Ability to travel for site assessments and client meetings
* Ability to sit or stand for extended periods
* Ability to work extended hours when project deadlines require
* Regular use of computers, monitors, and office equipment
* Ability to judge spatial relationships, distinguish colors, and use hands/fingers for detailed work
* Occasional exposure to mechanical equipment, electrical environments, outdoor conditions, and loud noise levels
Benefits & Perks
* Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
* Flexible hybrid work schedule
* Unlimited Paid Time Off program
* Generous paid holidays
* Paid parental leave
* 401(k) with company match
* Professional development support and education assistance
* Employee perks and discount programs
* Opportunity to work on high‑visibility, meaningful engineering projects
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