Operations Specialist Jobs in South Carolina

Irby Construction Company has been building infrastructure for the power industry for more than 75 years. Our business values and performance-driven mindset guide our actions. Our approach to work starts with safety, puts people first, seeks to innovate, and promises to perform.

Irby is proud of its inclusive work environment, family-oriented culture, excellent benefits, and clear pathways for career growth. We strive to provide every employee with clear expectations and opportunities for advancement. What’s more, Irby has long long-valued tenure. In fact, many of our executive leaders started with Irby early in their careers and in the field.

When you join our team, you join an established firm, with a culture centered around its people. Teamwork is how we work. There is no other way. Pride is ever-present inside our offices and the bond of brotherhood runs strong among our crews.

Irby Construction is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Quanta Services. That means team Irby gets the benefits of the company culture we’re known for along with the stability and resources of a Fortune 500 organization. (NYSE: PWR).

Build your career at Irby Construction.

• Prepare, analyze, and present weekly labor and equipment reports, including direct job costs.
• Partner with operations leadership on budgeting, cost tracking, job profitability, and variance analysis.
• Monitor labor productivity, equipment utilization, and overhead allocation.
• Support the annual budgeting process and quarterly forecasting activities.
• Ensure accurate accounts payable processing, job cost reporting, and internal financial controls.
• Identify financial trends and recommend corrective actions.
• Interpret P&L statements and project cost reports to support leadership decision-making.
• Develop, document, and improve office and operational processes to increase efficiency and accuracy.
• Implement and maintain standardized workflows for reporting, payroll support, procurement, and project tracking.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, contractual requirements, and utility client expectations.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across operations and administration.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop administrative and support staff.
• Establish clear performance expectations and accountability standards.
• Foster a high-performance, service-oriented team culture.
• Provide training and professional development opportunities.
• Serve as liaison between field operations and corporate departments.
• Coordinate with HR, safety, accounting, and operations teams.
• Support workforce planning, onboarding logistics, and personnel tracking.
• Assist leadership with strategic planning and operational initiatives.
• Manage competing priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Oversee daily office operations and administrative functions.
• Ensure timely processing of payroll inputs, vendor invoices, and purchase orders.
• Maintain accurate documentation and reporting systems.
• Support audit readiness and internal reviews.

• 5+ years of progressive experience in office management, financial analysis, or operations management.
• Experience managing teams required.
• Strong financial acumen and analytical capability.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (particularly Excel) and financial reporting tools.
• Experience with ERP systems and job cost accounting.
• Ability to interpret financial statements and project cost reports.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related field preferred.
• Experience in construction, utilities, or field-based operations.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, financial modeling, data analysis).
• Experience supporting transmission, T&D, or large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Experience leading process improvement or operational efficiency initiatives.

• Primarily office-based environment with frequent coordination with field operations.
• Ability to sit for extended periods while working on a computer.
• Occasional travel to field locations or corporate offices as needed.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 20 pounds (e.g., files, office materials).
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Comprehensive Medical Coverage – Multiple BCBS medical plan options, all with in-network preventive care covered at no cost, the same nationwide provider network, and access to virtual care for primary care, dermatology, general medical needs, and mental health support.
• Prescription Drug Coverage included with all medical plans, plus tools and advocacy support to help manage healthcare costs.
• Dental & Vision Coverage – Dental plans with 100% coverage for preventive care and orthodontia options for adults and children, plus vision coverage with annual exams and frame allowances.
• Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts – HSA options with Fidelity, Healthcare FSA, Limited Purpose FSA, and Dependent Care FSA (up to $7,500) to help you save on eligible healthcare and dependent expenses.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match – Immediate eligibility and vesting, with a company match of 100% on the first 3% and 50% on the next 3% (up to 4.5% total match).
• Life & Disability Insurance – Company-paid basic life and AD&D coverage, plus optional supplemental life insurance for employees and dependents. Short-term and long-term disability coverage helps protect your income if you’re unable to work due to illness or injury.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Confidential mental health, financial, family, and wellbeing support available at no cost to you and your household.
• Voluntary Benefits – Optional accident, hospital indemnity, critical illness, identity theft protection, pet insurance, home/auto insurance, and long-term care coverage.
• Employee Discounts & Community Support – Access to exclusive employee discounts and participation in Quanta Cares, a disaster relief fund supporting employees and families during times of need.