Project Manager - Commercial Electrical Construction

Job description

We’re seeking an experienced Commercial Electrical Project Manager to lead complex electrical construction projects from planning through final turnover. The ideal candidate has experience with a self-performing commercial electrical contractor and can manage project finances, schedules, field teams, and client relationships.

Key Responsibilities - Oversee electrical construction projects from budgeting and planning through installation, commissioning, and final turnover. - Develop project schedules, procurement plans, staffing requirements, and cost forecasts to ensure timely and profitable delivery. - Coordinate superintendents, foremen, electricians, vendors, subcontractors, and general contractors. - Review contracts, electrical drawings, and technical specifications to confirm project requirements and identify conflicts. - Manage change orders, RFIs, submittals, material procurement, billing, and project documentation. - Monitor job costs, labor productivity, cash flow, and budget variances, implementing corrective actions as needed. - Collaborate with estimating, preconstruction, BIM/VDC, and field teams to align design, pricing, and construction activities. - Resolve design conflicts, installation challenges, material delays, and scheduling issues before they affect project delivery. - Lead project meetings and maintain communication with clients, architects, engineers, and other stakeholders. - Ensure compliance with contractual requirements, workmanship standards, and jobsite safety procedures.

Requirements - 5+ years of project management experience with a commercial electrical contractor. - Required: Previous experience with a self-performing commercial electrical contractor. - Proven ability to manage commercial electrical projects from initial planning through completion. - Strong knowledge of electrical installations, construction sequencing, field supervision, and commercial building systems. - Experience managing budgets, schedules, procurement, workforce allocation, cost forecasting, billing, and change orders. - Ability to interpret electrical drawings, specifications, contracts, and construction schedules. - Experience coordinating preconstruction, estimating, BIM/VDC, and field operations. - Knowledge of electrical labor productivity, material costs, and project financial controls. - Proficiency with construction project management software and Microsoft Office. - Strong leadership, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills. - Experience with healthcare, higher education, manufacturing, industrial facilities, or other complex commercial projects preferred.

Benefits - Competitive salary based on experience - Performance-based bonus opportunities - Health, dental, and vision insurance - 401(k) with company contribution - Paid time off and company holidays - Steady pipeline of large-scale commercial electrical projects - Dedicated estimating and BIM/VDC resources - Opportunities for project ownership, leadership, and career growth - Collaborative team environment