Project Manager II - Electrical (CM5)

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
Work Environment

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
Career Progression

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

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