Electrical Project Manager

*Who We Are*

*Richards, a Phalcon company*, is a leading commercial and hyperscale electrical contractor delivering complex, high-value electrical construction projects across the Mid-Atlantic and beyond. Our work centers on large commercial builds, mission-critical data centers, and fast-paced, schedule-driven electrical scopes where execution, coordination, and performance matter. We do not perform public utility transmission or distribution work.

Our culture is grounded in *Quality, Safety, and Productivity (QSP)*. At Richards, Project Managers are not paper-pushers or report-passers. They own outcomes, lead teams, manage risk, and drive projects from award through closeout with accountability for schedule, budget, and field execution.

*The Role*

The *Project Manager* role is designed for an experienced electrical Project Manager who can independently manage medium-to-large commercial and hyperscale electrical projects with limited oversight.

This role bridges hands-on execution and leadership development. PMs are trusted to run work, manage client relationships, and control financial performance while continuing to sharpen leadership, risk management, and strategic decision-making skills.

This role is for Project Managers who have worked for an electrical contractor on commercial or hyperscale projects. Candidates without contractor-side electrical PM experience will not be a fit.

*What You’ll Do*

* Independently manage the full project lifecycle for commercial and hyperscale electrical projects
* Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, GCs, and internal stakeholders
* Participate in estimate handoff and fully understand scope, risk, and execution strategy
* Develop and manage detailed project schedules, work plans, and cost forecasts
* Manage procurement of materials, equipment, and subcontracted scopes
* Direct subcontractors and internal field teams to meet safety, quality, schedule, and productivity goals
* Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, contracts, and project documentation
* Track job costs, labor productivity, and cash flow; proactively address variances
* Lead internal and external project meetings and enforce accountability
* Partner with Operations, Safety, Estimating, and Accounting to support seamless execution
* Support project closeout, commissioning, and final cost reconciliation
* Apply lessons learned and support continuous improvement initiatives

*What You’ll Bring*

* 5–8 years of experience in electrical contracting, with direct Project Manager responsibility
* Demonstrated experience managing commercial electrical projects; hyperscale or mission-critical experience preferred
* Strong understanding of electrical systems, drawings, specifications, and construction means and methods
* Proven ability to manage budgets, schedules, subcontractors, and client relationships
* Experience processing RFIs, submittals, change orders, and contract documentation
* Comfortable working in both office and active jobsite environments
* Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills
* Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with construction management and scheduling software preferred
* High level of integrity, accountability, and attention to detail

*Compensation*

* Base Salary: Starting at $100,000 - $160,000 annually, based on experience, project size, and demonstrated leadership capability
* Additional compensation consideration may be given for candidates with hyperscale, data center, or complex commercial project experience

*Career Growth at Richards*

Project Managers are positioned for advancement into Senior Project Manager and Project Executive roles. Richards promotes from within and invests in PMs who demonstrate strong execution, leadership, and long-term commitment to the organization.

Pay: $100,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year

Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Employee assistance program
* Health insurance
* Health savings account
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Vision insurance

Application Question(s):
* Have you directly managed electrical construction work as a contractor with responsibility for schedule, budget, and field execution.
* What percentage of your project experience has been commercial/industrial/hyperscale vs. residential electrical construction?
* What was the largest commercial electrical project (value & scope) you’ve managed from award → closeout?
* Have you actively prepared or managed RFIs, submittals, and change orders on your projects?
* Do you have direct experience with data center or mission-critical electrical work?

Experience:
* electrical contracting: 5 years (Required)

Work Location: In person