Project Manager - Commercial Electrical Construction

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee commercial and industrial electrical construction projects for an established electrical contractor in the Cromwell area. This hands-on leadership role will manage projects from preconstruction and award through final closeout, with responsibility for schedule, budget, procurement, field coordination, quality, safety, and client satisfaction.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of project management experience within commercial or industrial electrical construction and a proven track record managing projects for an electrical contractor or subcontractor. The company works across a diverse range of electrical projects, including design-build, low-voltage systems, fire alarm, service work, and solar installations .

• Manage multiple commercial and industrial electrical construction projects from award through final completion
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, procurement plans, manpower forecasts, and execution strategies
• Coordinate closely with Superintendents, Foremen, subcontractors, vendors, and suppliers to maintain project progress
• Serve as the primary point of contact for owners, general contractors, engineers, architects, inspectors, and other stakeholders
• Review electrical drawings, specifications, contracts, RFIs, submittals, change orders, and other project documentation
• Monitor project costs, forecasts, labor, procurement, and overall profitability
• Identify and resolve schedule, budget, procurement, and field coordination issues
• Lead project meetings and communicate project status, milestones, financial performance, and potential risks
• Coordinate material procurement, equipment deliveries, subcontractor activities, and long-lead items
• Support field teams through inspections, commissioning, punch-list completion, and final turnover
• Ensure all work complies with applicable electrical codes, project specifications, safety requirements, and company quality standards
• Maintain strong client relationships and identify opportunities to support repeat business

Requirements

• 5+ years of project management experience in commercial or industrial electrical construction
• Previous experience working for an electrical contractor or electrical subcontractor
• Strong knowledge of commercial electrical systems, installation methods, and construction practices
• Valid Connecticut Electrical License required
• Proven ability to manage projects from preconstruction through closeout with financial responsibility
• Ability to read and interpret electrical plans, specifications, contracts, and construction documents
• Experience with project scheduling, budgeting, procurement, change orders, and cost control
• Proficiency with construction management software such as Procore, Bluebeam, Microsoft Project, or similar platforms
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced construction environment
• Candidates available to start within the next month are strongly preferred

Benefits

• $100,000–$110,000 base salary , depending on experience
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Opportunity to manage diverse commercial and industrial electrical projects
• Stable, collaborative work environment
• Long-term career growth and advancement opportunities