Vice President of Operations - Electrical Contracting

About the Job

East West Electrical Contractors is hiring! Only candidates with a current Electrical Contracting license in New Jersey are being considered at this time.

Nestled in the heart of Bergen County, New Jersey, our firm is a dynamic, longstanding leader in the electrical contracting industry. With a proven track record of growth and excellence, we specialize in delivering comprehensive electrical solutions for residential, commercial, nonprofit, and local government clients. As one of the region's premier generator service providers, we also play a pivotal role in backup power. Additionally, the firm is highly involved in advancing energy efficiency initiatives, combining technical expertise with a commitment to sustainable progress.

Compensation & Equity:

This role offers a competitive base salary, performance driven bonuses, and a unique equity stake in the company. The equity opportunity is designed to align with long term value creation, offering candidates a tangible share in the firm's success. Benefits include health insurance, retirement plan participation, and a culture that prioritizes growth and innovation.

Position Overview:

The Vice President of Operations is a critical leadership role for a growing electrical contracting firm operating across northern New Jersey. This executive will spearhead all day to day operations, ensuring seamless execution of residential, commercial, and public sector projects. The ideal candidate will balance hands on leadership with strategic oversight, driving operational excellence while fostering a culture of safety, quality, and accountability.

This position is tailored for a licensed electrician with a proven ability to transition from field work to managing project managers, foremen, and field teams. The VP of Operations will act as a strategic partner to the President/Owner, serving as the senior operational leader and a key decisionmaker in the absence of executive leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operational Leadership : Oversee all aspects of field and project operations, from initial estimating to project closeout, ensuring strict adherence to schedules, budgets, and specifications.
• Team Development: Mentor and lead technicians, service/maintenance teams, and project managers, cultivating a high performance culture rooted in accountability, safety, and quality.
• Strategic Planning: Manage operational planning, including manpower allocation, resource optimization, project sequencing, and cross trade coordination to enhance productivity and reduce rework.
• Process Excellence: Develop and refine standard operating procedures for project execution, change order management, document control, and closeout across all project types.
• Financial Oversight: Monitor and manage project financials, including labor costs, material procurement, profit margins, and cash flow, ensuring fiscal discipline and profitability.
• Compliance & Safety: Ensure full compliance with the National Electrical Code (NEC), state and local electrical regulations, OSHA standards, and public contract requirements.
• Client & Partner Relations : Build and maintain strong relationships with owners, general contractors (GCs), construction managers, inspectors, and public entities to drive repeat business and exceptional client satisfaction.
• Talent Management : Lead recruitment, development, and retention efforts for electricians, apprentices, foremen, and project managers, with a focus on performance management and succession planning.
• Technology Advocacy: Champion the use of operational technology-such as project management platforms, field reporting tools, and scheduling systems-to enhance visibility, communication, and decision making.
• Executive Decision Making: Serve as the senior operational leader in the President/Owner's absence, contributing to strategic planning, annual budgeting, and long term growth initiatives.

Required Qualifications:

• Licensing: Current New Jersey Electrical Contractor license (or equivalent state license strongly preferred).
• Experience: 10+ years of progressive experience in electrical contracting and service work, with a demonstrated ability to take on increasing responsibility.
• Leadership Expertise: 5+ years in operations management or senior project leadership, with proven success overseeing multiple crews or project managers on concurrent projects.
• Project Diversity: Direct experience managing a mix of residential, commercial, and public (municipal, school, or government) electrical projects.
• Performance Track Record: A history of delivering projects on time, within budget, and to the highest safety and quality standards.
• Leadership Presence: Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to coach, develop, and hold teams accountable at all levels.
• Communication Skills: Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities, with a talent for building and maintaining relationships with clients, partners, and internal teams.

Equity & Compensation Highlights:

• Competitive Compensation: A base salary aligned with market rates in northern New Jersey, reflecting your experience and expertise.
• Performance Incentives: A bonus structure tied to key performance indicators (KPIs) such as safety records, profitability, schedule adherence, and client satisfaction.
• Equity Opportunity: A meaningful equity stake in the company, subject to vesting and shareholder agreements, offering long term financial upside as the firm grows.
• Comprehensive Benefits: A benefits package that includes health insurance, retirement plan participation, and a supportive work environment.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• We seek a licensed NJ electrician who has evolved from hands on field work to leading crews, managing project managers, and now seeking an equity backed executive role. The ideal candidate:
• Thrives in the Field: Enjoys regular site visits, direct interaction with foremen and project managers, and a balanced approach to executive and strategic responsibilities.
• Entrepreneurial Spirit: Understands the responsibilities of equity ownership and is committed to building a scalable, systems driven operation.
• Strategic Thinker: Possesses a forward thinking mindset, capable of driving innovation, optimizing processes, and contributing to the firm's long term vision.

This role is not just a position-it's an opportunity to shape the future of a growing electrical contracting firm while reaping the rewards of equity ownership. If you're a seasoned leader with a passion for operational excellence and a desire to make a lasting impact, we want to hear from you.

**This job is with an independent Generac dealer and not for employment with Generac Power Systems, Inc.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.