Electrical Design Manager
Location: Herndon, VA
Department: MEP Building Technology
ABOUT US
Holder Construction is a nationally recognized leader in the construction industry, consistently ranked among the top firms on ENR’s Top 400 Contractors list. 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. With operations throughout the United States, we offer a highly competitive compensation and benefits package, including:
- Annual bonus program
- Paid time off
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k)-retirement plan
- Night and swing shift differential pay for select roles
About the Role
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.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the design process for Mission Critical projects, coordinating teams and deliverables.
- Interpret electrical drawings and specifications; apply National Electrical Code (NEC) standards.
- Oversee cross-discipline design reviews and ensure quality for MEP disciplines.
- Address design and engineering challenges during design and construction phases.
- Develop integrated electrical room concepts and manage subcontractors to finalize designs.
- Communicate effectively, manage deadlines, and provide reporting to leadership.
- Coach and mentor junior associates, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team.
- Adapt to changing priorities and contribute to continuous improvement.
Qualifications
Required:
- 5–8+ years in an engineering position, preferably with experience in Mission Critical projects.
- Experience with design process and management of complex projects, including teams and deliverables.
- Ability to interpret contract documents and agreements.
- Strong understanding of electrical and controls, including NEC standards.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to independently assess and evaluate issues and have difficult conversations professionally.
- High level of morality and ethics.
- Strategic, solutions-oriented, detail-oriented, and flexible.
- Independent worker with a collaborative mindset.
- Highly organized and detail oriented.
- Ability to coach and mentor others and receive meaningful feedback.
Preferred:
- Experience with cross-discipline coordination and design quality reviews.
- Ability to innovate and adapt to new technology.
- Outstanding time management skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
Holder is committed to Equal Opportunity Employment (EOE).
Substance abuse testing and a background screening is a condition of employment and Holder Construction does not sponsor applicants for immigration status or benefits.
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