Director of Operations

About Us

Intermountain Electric (IME) brings decades of experience as a trusted leader in electrical contracting. Founded in 1946, we began as a small company in Denver, CO, and have since grown to be part of the largest specialty contractor in North America. Today, we work with owners and contractors nationwide, delivering complex construction solutions across various industries, including aviation, mission critical, entertainment, and healthcare. At IME, our people are our most valuable asset. We are committed to fostering a culture that prioritizes safety, quality, and professional growth. Joining IME is more than just finding a job—it's about building a career with opportunities to advance and make an organizational impact. Power your future with IME and be a part of a team that drives success in every project.

About this Role

Intermountain Electric, Inc. (IME) is celebrating 80 years of powering progress across Colorado. Our office teams help deliver safe, smart, and reliable electrical solutions through our people and partnerships, the IME Way.

Through strategic planning, collaboration, and technical excellence, and guided by our values of Integrity, Safety, Ingenuity, Relationships, Craftsmanship, and Spark, we empower our professionals to innovate, support our field teams, and strengthen the partnerships that move our work forward.

Join a team where your expertise fuels the systems that keep communities running!

The Director of Operations provides strategic leadership and oversight for vertical market operations, ensuring projects are executed safely, efficiently, on schedule, within budget, and in alignment with client expectations. This role partners closely with executive leadership to drive operational excellence, support organizational growth, develop high-performing teams, and strengthen client and industry relationships.

What You'll Do

Strategic Leadership & Operational Direction

• Develop and execute strategic plans for the Vertical Market Operations department in alignment with organizational goals and objectives.
• Collaborate with clients, senior leadership, and internal departments to support company initiatives and achieve business objectives.
• Drive operational efficiency and clarity within day to day operations to enhance project performance and organizational success.
• Align departmental decisions, resources, and project plans with the organization's business strategy and vision.
• Present strategic initiatives supported by thorough due diligence and comprehensive risk assessments.

 Operations & Team Leadership

• Provide leadership, direction, and mentorship to project and operational teams.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Support the development, management, and succession planning of Project staff and operational leaders.
• Serve as a resource and strategic partner across the organization to support company-wide initiatives and operational alignment.
• Promote employee engagement, professional development, and high-performance standards.

Compliance, Governance & Process Improvement

• Establish and implement operational policies, procedures, standards, and security measures.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, contract requirements, industry regulations, and safety protocols.
• Assist in resolving client, subcontractor, and project-related issues.
• Conduct operational reviews focused on schedule performance, safety, administration, and profitability.
• Implement and oversee contract controls and document management practices.
• Evaluate project opportunities and oversee project lifecycle activities from initiation through completion.
• Monitor industry trends, market conditions, and emerging technologies to drive innovation and maintain a competitive advantage.

Financial Management & Risk Mitigation

• Monitor and manage project budgets, schedules, and resources to maximize profitability and operational performance.
• Forecast project financial results and support data-driven decision-making.
• Review cost-control reports, project estimates, staffing plans, and resource allocation needs.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate operational, financial, legal, and safety risks.
• Ensure effective workforce planning through analysis of productivity metrics, scheduling requirements, and manpower projections.

Client Relations & Industry Engagement

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, project managers, engineers, subcontractors, and other key stakeholders.
• Partner with industry stakeholders to develop and implement strategies that align with organizational goals.
• Act as a company ambassador, promoting organizational values, capabilities, and expertise within the electrical contracting industry.
• Support business development efforts through relationship management, opportunity evaluation, and client engagement.
• Demonstrate the highest standards of integrity, ethics, and professionalism in all interactions.

Additional duties as assigned.

What You'll Bring

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Expert knowledge of the commercial electrical contracting industry, including market dynamics, trends, and customer requirements.
• Excellent strategic thinking, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strategic business acumen with experience in financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and profitability management.
• Ability to conduct thorough due diligence and comprehensive risk assessments.
• Strong understanding of productivity tracking, project scheduling, manpower forecasting, workforce planning, and staffing requirements.
• Knowledge of legal, liability, and safety risk management within the electrical construction industry.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and influence cross-functional teams.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to identify and capitalize on business and project opportunities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Bluebeam, Accubid, Procore, and related construction management software.
• Demonstrated commitment to integrity, ethics, and professional conduct.
• Willingness and ability to travel as needed to support operational and business objectives.

Demonstrated Accomplishments

• Demonstrated operational expertise in the construction operations within an electrical contracting organization.
• Demonstrates advanced expertise in reviewing and negotiating contracts while effectively managing conflict and fostering productive stakeholder relationships.
• Strategic expertise in driving innovation, continuous improvement, and forward-thinking operational strategies.
• Extensive experience mentoring, developing, motivating, and managing diverse teams.
• Strong track record of balancing operational performance, client satisfaction, safety, and profitability.
• Leverages strong relationship management skills to develop and maintain trusted partnerships with clients, partners, and industry stakeholders.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Project Management, Engineering, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
• Expert knowledge within the construction industry, including leadership and operational management responsibilities.

What You'll Get

Working Conditions: 

The majority of the time you will work in a typical office environment.  Occasionally, you may travel to a construction job site. When on construction job sites you will encounter typical construction conditions including extreme temperatures, noise, dust, mud debris, welding, leading edge, trenching, and shoring, sometimes in a confined space.  You may be required to visit multiple locations during any one day. 

Benefits Overview: 

IME provides an industry-leading comprehensive benefits package.  Full-time employees are eligible to choose from a variety of healthcare coverage options, which become effective the first of the month after hire.  In addition, employees are offered a substantial amount of PTO and are immediately eligible to make contributions to a generously matched and fully vested 401k.  

Established in 1946, IME is part of Quanta Services, the largest specialty contractor in North America. We base our business model on always doing the right thing and pride ourselves in finding the best processes and practices in everything we do. As an electrical contractor, we install and service the power and lighting to commercial and industrial buildings in the Western US.

The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive and other duties may be assigned as required.

Intermountain Electric, Inc. (IME) is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and to creating an environment free of discrimination and harassment.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

IME will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees who are qualified for a job so that they may perform the essential duties of the position. 

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.