Industrial Electrical Branch Manager

Branch Manager – Industrial Electrical Services

Location: Birmingham, AL

Company: IEG USA

Salary: $70,000–$120,000 per year + Bonus Opportunities

Position Type: Full-Time

About IEG USA

IEG USA is experiencing significant growth and is seeking an experienced, innovative Branch Manager with a strong background in industrial electrical services. This leader will drive branch performance by developing customer relationships, managing operations, and leading a team of skilled electrical professionals. The ideal candidate combines technical expertise with strong business acumen and a proven ability to grow revenue while maintaining high standards of service and customer satisfaction.

Position Summary

The Branch Manager is responsible for the overall leadership, profitability, and operational success of the Columbia branch. This role requires a hands-on leader who can balance business development, operational oversight, financial management, and team leadership while ensuring exceptional customer service and project execution.

Key Responsibilities

Business Development

Build and strengthen customer relationships using a consultative sales approach.

Understand customer needs and provide accurate, competitive proposals and quotations.

Ensure job costs, profitability, and margins align with company standards.

Develop and implement strategies to secure repeat business and expand market share.

Maintain and grow existing customer accounts while identifying new opportunities.

Carry an individual sales quota and partner with Business Development personnel to achieve branch goals.

Branch Operations

Oversee all branch operations, including sales performance, profitability, staffing, safety, and customer satisfaction.

Manage branch P&L, budgeting, forecasting, gross margin objectives, and utilization metrics.

Recruit, hire, train, and develop branch staff including apprentices, journeymen, purchasing personnel, and electronic field technicians.

Assess workload demands and allocate resources effectively across projects.

Coordinate with suppliers and purchasing teams to ensure timely procurement of materials and equipment.

Ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, on time, and within budget.

Uphold IEG standards for quality, service, and operational excellence.

Leadership & Team Development

Lead, coach, and motivate a team of 5–15 employees.

Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, safety, and continuous improvement.

Conduct performance evaluations and provide ongoing development opportunities.

Inspire high performance and maintain employee engagement.

Required Qualifications

5+ years of general management or operations management experience in a skilled trades environment; electrical industry experience strongly preferred.

Proven experience in business development, forecasting, and budgeting.

Demonstrated success managing P&L statements and driving revenue growth.

Strong project management skills with the ability to align personnel capabilities with project requirements.

Proven track record as a selling manager consistently meeting or exceeding goals.

Experience managing and developing multi-level teams.

Excellent communication skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Strong organizational, leadership, and follow-through abilities.

Hands-on leadership style with a calm, innovative, and solution-oriented approach.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Valid Driver's License.

Electrical Certification or License required.

Preferred Qualifications

Journeyman Electrician License.

Associate degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience managing industrial, manufacturing, or commercial electrical operations.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive salary: $70,000–$120,000 annually

Performance-based bonus opportunities

401(k) retirement plan

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Holidays

Schedule

Monday through Friday

Day Shift

On-call rotation as required

Overtime and weekend work as needed

Up to 25% travel

Work Location

Candidates must be able to reliably commute to the Birmingham, AL area or be willing to relocate before their start date.

Why Join IEG USA?

Join a growing organization that is setting the standard for industrial electrical services. This is an opportunity to lead a talented team, develop strong client relationships, drive business growth, and make a significant impact on the continued success of IEG USA.

Apply today and help lead the future of industrial electrical services with IEG USA.