OPERATIONS MANAGER - ELECTRICAL TESTING GROUP

Keystone Distinction Group

Baltimore, MD

# OPERATIONS MANAGER – ELECTRICAL TESTING GROUPBaltimore, Maryland**ID**j-133**Job Type**Direct Hire**Compensation**$160000 - $190000 / yrOPERATIONS MANAGER – ELECTRICAL TESTING GROUP (NEW REGIONAL LOCATION)Our client is a 100% employee-owned ESOP and one of the largest and most well-established engineering companies in the United States — an ENR Top 500 firm with 40+ years of industry history, also rated as a top Systems Integrator Giant.Their Electrical Testing Group (ETG) is expanding, and they are seeking an entrepreneurial Operations Manager to lead a new regional location from the ground up. This role combines operational leadership with entrepreneurial drive — serving as both Integrator and Builder of a new ETG Business Unit. You'll take ownership of day-to-day execution, lead a growing technical team, manage P&L objectives, and work alongside ETG national leadership to bring a proven business model to a new region. This is a rare opportunity to witness a business evolve from Infancy → Growth → Maturity — with your leadership at the center of that transformation.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES1. Operational Leadership & Execution• Execute the ETG business plan — achieving or exceeding P&L, revenue, and performance goals• Lead all regional operations including scheduling, resource planning, quality assurance, safety, and project delivery• Implement and maintain ETG's operating systems, testing standards, and documentation processes• Manage field operations for protective relaying, SCADA, and IEC 61850 systems commissioning• Ensure alignment between technical execution and business objectives — balancing efficiency, quality, and profitability2. Integration & Team Alignment• Integrate all major functions of the local ETG operation — ensuring everyone is aligned and working toward the same goals• Lead, manage, and hold team members accountable for results and commitments• Build and nurture a healthy, cohesive leadership team under the EOS framework• Resolve issues effectively: identify root causes, address conflict constructively, and drive solutions to completion3. Business Unit Development• Build the BU from the ground up — recruiting, training, and developing a skilled team of field engineers and technicians• Establish vendor partnerships and client relationships within the region• Drive growth through operational excellence, local market development, and client satisfaction• Create and maintain structure and process as the BU transitions from startup to sustainable operation4. Vision & Collaboration• Collaborate closely with ETG national leadership to ensure clear direction and alignment• Translate vision into actionable, measurable goals• Maintain a strong partnership with ETG leadership — ensuring ideas are filtered, prioritized, and implemented effectively• Ensure key messages and decisions are properly cascaded across the team5. Systems, Structure & Process• Operate within ETG's EOS framework: own the scorecard, lead local L10s, and manage defined KPIs• Ensure consistency in how core processes are followed, documented, and improved• Demonstrate strong project management discipline and operational consistency• Uphold values of safety, integrity, quality, and innovation in every aspect of operationsWHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKEFirst 6–12 Months:• Establish the foundation: hire key staff, build client relationships, deliver first projects successfully, and drive the BU toward break-even12–24 Months:• Transition into the Growth Phase: solid team structure, sustainable backlog, and strong client confidence• Local L10s running consistently, scorecard metrics trending upward, P&L tracking toward profitabilityBeyond 24 Months:• The BU is Mature: operating as a profitable, independently functioning unit within the national ETG network, recognized for its technical quality and reliabilityQUALIFICATIONS• 7+ years in power systems testing, commissioning, or utility operations• Proven leadership experience managing people, budgets, and project delivery• Strong understanding of protective relaying, automation, and SCADA systems• Entrepreneurial mindset — thrives in building structure from scratch• Excellent communication, organization, and conflict-resolution skills• Experience with EOS or similar operating systems preferred• Willingness to travel regionally and work in a dynamic field environmentCOMPENSATION & BENEFITS• Salary: $160,000–$190,000 annually (depending on location and qualifications)• Discretionary bonus• 14% of total annual compensation (salary + bonus) contributed to ESOP retirement each year• 100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)• Full benefits package: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & AD&D, Long-Term Disability, Voluntary Short-Term Disability, HSA, FSA, PTO, Paid Holidays, Tuition Reimbursement, Referral Bonus, 401(k)/Profit Sharing, EAP, Will Preparation Resources, Worldwide Travel Assistance
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