Manager, Electrical Systems

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Company Overview

Bashas’ is a family-owned, regional grocer that operates in Arizona, New Mexico and serves four Tribal Nations under five well-known brands including Bashas’, Food City, AJ’s Fine Foods, Eddie’s Country Store, and Bashas’ Diné supermarkets. Founded in 1932, Bashas’ has a rich history of serving Arizona families with quality products and great customer service. With more than 110 grocery stores, Bashas’ is one of the largest employers in the state and we are committed to nourishing the communities we serve through purposeful partnerships and giving centered around our vision and purpose of changing the way we eat one plate at a time. 

Shared values led Bashas’ to join The Raley’s Companies in 2021 and the partnership has enhanced our core business through technological advancements, shared learning, leadership development and new offerings. With more than 21,000 team members, we are united by a higher purpose: to deliver quality offerings, exceptional service, and to do right by our people, communities, and planet. 

Whether through our commitment to nutrition and wellness or Bashas’ legacy of giving back over $100 million to local communities, we strive to empower customers with transparency, education, and access to fresh, affordable, and nourishing food. We’re looking for the same kind of passionate people to join our team, grow with us and share our purpose.   

Position Overview

Are you an expert in electrical systems, energy management, and construction practices — and passionate about improving performance across an entire multi‑site organization? As the Manager of Electrical Systems, you’ll lead critical energy management initiatives, oversee electrical construction activities, and guide a high‑performing team responsible for delivering efficient, safe, and cost‑effective solutions across stores, facilities, and support center locations.

In this role, you’ll manage energy reduction programs, direct electrical construction from design through completion, partner with vendors and utilities, and ensure compliance with industry regulations. You’ll also provide servant‑style leadership, empowering your team to innovate, grow, and meet the evolving needs of the business.

If you’re a strategic leader with deep technical expertise and a passion for operational excellence, this role offers the opportunity to make a measurable impact on energy performance, safety, and long‑term cost reduction.

What You’ll Do

Energy Management Leadership

• Lead all Energy Management System (EMS) programs for stores, facilities, and corporate locations from design through installation.
• Develop and implement energy‑reduction plans that drive efficiency across facilities and construction projects.
• Recommend policies and strategies focused on energy conservation and long‑term cost savings.
• Provide accurate cost estimates, ROI assessments, and supporting documentation for energy initiatives.
• Manage Electricians, Refrigeration Engineers, and outside vendors to support program execution.
• Coordinate with utility companies to maximize rebate opportunities tied to energy‑efficient installations.
• Use tools such as FacilityIQ or other utility‑based platforms to track, document, and analyze energy usage.

Electrical Construction Management

• Oversee all electrical components of construction projects from design through completion.
• Initiate, evaluate, and prioritize work requests; develop and maintain project schedules.
• Supervise and coordinate team members assigned to electrical projects.
• Prepare scopes of work, proposals, schedules, and negotiate vendor and contractor costs.
• Conduct pre‑bid walk‑throughs and participate in construction and maintenance meetings.
• Inspect work quality, enforce material specifications, and certify completed installations.

Lighting Programs & Technology

• Lead lighting retrofit, replacement, and maintenance programs from initial design through installation.
• Prepare detailed scopes of work and cost estimates for lighting controls and upgrades.
• Review competitive bids, negotiate costs, and award projects.
• Stay current on lighting technology, best practices, and local code requirements.

Document Control & Technical Specifications

• Oversee all electrical construction documents including design, plan check, bidding, and final construction stages.
• Generate punch lists and manage project closeout activities.
• Review and verify As‑Built documentation for accuracy.
• Prepare and update el