About CS Erickson

We deliver insights, simplicity, and confidence in every interaction. From electrical engineering to AV equipment and installation, we pride ourselves on being your solutions partner. Going the extra mile is how we approach each and every project.  Our expert craftsmen take pride in their quality installations. We treat each customer facility as if it were our own.

If you have an interest in being part of a team that’s working to forge new paths and find unique ways of improving people’s lives, we have a limited number of opportunities for select individuals. The culture is fast-paced, self-starting, and tremendously rewarding for those who enjoy an entrepreneurial mindset and workplace.

About the role

We’re looking for a results-oriented Director of Electrical Construction who is as passionate about growing relationships and driving business as they are about delivering exceptional project outcomes. In this pivotal role, you’ll lead our Electrical Construction division with a strong emphasis on sales strategy, client engagement, and operational excellence. You’ll be the face of CS Erickson for new and existing construction clients—expanding our reach, elevating our brand, and ensuring high-quality execution across all projects.

What you'll do

• Define and lead the overall vision and strategic direction for the Electrical Construction group, ensuring alignment with company goals and market opportunities.
• Own full P&L responsibility for the department—driving financial performance, managing budgets, and ensuring sustained profitability.
• Set annual goals, monitor key metrics, and implement initiatives that support growth, operational excellence, and long-term success.
• Lead business development for the Electrical Construction division by identifying, pursuing, and securing new project opportunities.
• Represent CS Erickson at networking events, client meetings, and industry functions to expand visibility and build strategic partnerships.
• Foster long-term client relationships by providing a best-in-class customer experience from first conversation through project completion.
• Collaborate with marketing to define and execute targeted growth strategies for key markets and customer segments.
• Oversee project delivery and ensure operational excellence—providing strategic guidance, risk oversight, and project leadership as needed.
• Support the estimating team by reviewing proposals, validating pricing strategies, and managing margin expectations based on industry benchmarks.
• Ensure successful vendor relationships, procurement strategies, and subcontractor negotiations that support project and departmental goals.
• Maintain a solid understanding of electrical contracting best practices, construction contracts, and safety/compliance standards.
• Provide mentorship and development for project managers and field teams, cultivating leadership, accountability, and career growth.
• Regularly report on key performance indicators, department goals, financial health, and pipeline performance to senior leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Business Administration, or related field (Electrical or Engineering background a plus).
• 7+ years of experience in electrical construction, with proven success in business development and team leadership.
• Strong relationship builder with a consultative sales style and the ability to engage both field professionals and executive decision-makers.
• Strong business acumen.
• Confident negotiator with fluency in construction contract terms and pricing strategies.
• Strategic thinker who understands how to balance sales growth with operational and financial performance.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and project management software; experience with tools like Accubid, Bluebeam, Procore, or PlanGrid is preferred.
• Knowledge of electrical codes and construction safety regulations is a plus.

Physical Requirements

• Maneuvering on uneven ground
• Must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 35lbs

Winning Behaviors and Competencies

• Real-time Communication is key to success: We will communicate real-time to our team members and clients. 
• Knowing our projects is key to success: Preplanning and continuous planning habits lead to success.  We will preplan every project, every time, no exceptions.
• Responsiveness is key to our success: We will deliver on time on all commitments and approach every request with a sense of urgency. This is our differentiator.
• Accountability is key to our success: I have a clear understanding of what I am responsible for and will ensure I have enabled good routines and habits that ensure successful outcomes. 
• We are professionals and will hold ourselves to the highest standards: The services and products we deliver will represent this belief. In return we will become role models for our youth, enhance our brand reputation and provide high value outcomes and exceptional experiences for our partners and clients.

CS Erickson is an equal opportunity employer

CS Erickson extends equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees regardless of an individual’s race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), disability, marital status, military service, height, weight, genetic information, or any other reason protected by law.

Assistance

CS Erickson is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. CS Erickson will not discriminate against any qualified individual who can perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.