Project Manager II (CM5)

Department: Electrical - Field City/State: Tyler, Texas Type: Full Time Relocation: Contact Name: Cody Burge Contact Email: View email address on click.appcast.io Date Posted: Aug 3, 2026 Position Summary The Project Manager II - Electrical (CM5) is responsible for the full execution of electrical and instrumentation projects from pre-construction through testing, energization, startup, and closeout. This role carries complete accountability for scope, budget, schedule, labor performance, procurement, quality, safety, and client satisfaction. The Electrical Project Manager leads self-perform and subcontracted work, coordinates critical interfaces with other disciplines and facility operations, and serves as the primary point of contact for clients and project stakeholders. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Manage electrical and instrumentation projects from estimate turnover and pre-construction planning through final closeout Develop and control project budgets, cost forecasts, schedules, manpower plans, cash-flow expectations, and execution strategies Establish a complete understanding of the contract, electrical drawings, one-line diagrams, specifications, control documents, sequence requirements, and scope boundaries Plan and manage electrical distribution, transformers, switchgear, MCCs, generators, raceway, ductbanks, cable tray, wire and cable, grounding, lighting, heat trace, communications, instrumentation, controls, and related work as applicable Coordinate engineering, submittals, RFIs, design changes, constructability reviews, and technical decisions with clients, engineers, vendors, field leadership, and other trades Develop procurement strategies and manage long-lead electrical equipment, vendor data, fabrication, inspections, delivery, storage, and release to the field Direct self-perform labor planning with electrical superintendents and foremen; monitor earned hours, crew productivity, installed quantities, and corrective actions Manage subcontractors and specialty vendors, including controls, communications, testing, temporary power, and other assigned scopes Lead change management by identifying scope changes, preserving notice rights, developing pricing and schedule impacts, negotiating resolution, and maintaining complete documentation Coordinate outages, tie-ins, temporary power, lockout/tagout boundaries, energized work restrictions, owner operations, and safe sequencing in active facilities Maintain project controls and reporting for commitments, actual costs, cost-to-complete, billings, collections, schedule performance, risks, and opportunities Lead owner, subcontractor, vendor, and internal project meetings; communicate decisions, action items, and accountability clearly Manage electrical quality requirements, inspection and test plans, installation verification, nonconformance resolution, redlines, and turnover documentation Plan and coordinate pre-energization inspections, megger and continuity testing, equipment startup, protective device testing, loop checks, controls integration, commissioning, and owner training as required Prepare and present project status, financial forecasts, schedule updates, risk items, and recovery plans to senior management Lead and develop project engineers, coordinators, and other CM1-CM4 team members assigned to the project Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related field preferred; equivalent electrical trade and project management experience will be considered Six to ten years of progressive construction project management experience, including significant responsibility for electrical or E&I projects Proven ability to independently manage electrical projects or major electrical scopes from pre-construction through commissioning and closeout Strong knowledge of electrical construction means and methods, labor productivity, material and equipment procurement, project controls, and contract administration Ability to interpret electrical drawings, one-lines, specifications, control documents, schedules, contracts, and applicable code requirements Working knowledge of NFPA 70, NFPA 70E, OSHA requirements, and common electrical testing and commissioning practices Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, planning, and problem-solving skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and construction management, PDF markup, scheduling, and cost-control software Required Certifications and Training OSHA 30-hour Construction Safety certification required or ability to obtain within a company-established period Company-specific project management, electrical safety, contract administration, and leadership training Electrical apprenticeship, journeyman electrician, master electrician, or equivalent technical training preferred Project management certification (PMP or equivalent) beneficial but not required Tools & Technology Construction management software for budgeting, commitments, forecasting, document control, change management, and reporting Scheduling software such as Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project Bluebeam Revu or equivalent PDF review and markup software Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and related productivity tools Company-provided laptop, tablet, and mobile devices for office and field coordination Experience Experience with industrial electrical, water and wastewater, manufacturing, power, process, or active-facility construction preferred Experience managing self-perform electrical labor, major equipment procurement, testing, energization, controls integration, and commissioning Experience managing projects with complex owner, engineer, vendor, subcontractor, and multi-discipline interfaces Physical Requirements Combination of office work and regular presence at active construction sites Ability to safely access and navigate active construction sites, including ladders, stairs, uneven terrain, and industrial facilities Must wear required PPE while on-site Office environment combined with frequent visits to industrial, water and wastewater, manufacturing, power, and related construction sites Exposure to active construction operations, energized or operating facilities, weather, noise, and discipline-specific hazards during site visits Work hours are driven by project requirements and may include early mornings, evenings, weekends, shutdowns, or travel Supervision Reports to the VP of Operations Provides direct leadership and oversight to CM1-CM4 project team members assigned to the project Coordinates closely with superintendents, foremen, safety, quality, estimating, procurement, accounting, and document controls personnel Safety Expectations Enforce all company, client, and regulatory safety requirements without exception Lead by example in planning, hazard recognition, stop-work responsibility, and field accountability Ensure project plans, schedules, budgets, and procurement decisions provide the resources required for safe execution Participate in safety audits, site walks, pre-task planning, and incident reviews as required Successful performance may lead to Senior Project Manager (CM6) or Project Executive / Program Manager (CM7), with expanded responsibility for multiple projects, teams, and strategic client relationships 1320 N Hillcrest Dr N Sulphur Springs, TX 75482 #J-18808-Ljbffr GDC Industrial, Inc.