Electrical Project Manager

Overview Axia Electric is seeking a highly talented Electrical Project Manager in Seattle, WA, to support the execution of electrical scopes for the Port of Seattle Project. This project delivers new electrical infrastructure and substations to provide shore power, installing and commissioning feeders, conduits, and outlets while maintaining full terminal operations throughout construction.At Axia Electric , we are problem solvers. Creative thinkers. Innovators. We approach each project with fresh ideas and big thinking in pursuit of better answers, better outcomes, and better experiences for our clients. We are resourceful, nimble and resilient. We work hard together—and with our clients—to deliver high-quality projects that are on time, on budget and beyond expectations.Axia Electric, LLCSince the early 1990s, Shimmick has been self-performing electrical scopes for infrastructure projects. In 2025 the Electrical Division rebranded to Axia Electric, a subsidiary to Shimmick Construction. Axia offers electrical, instrumentation, and process controls expertise for water and wastewater treatment; dams and locks; mass transit and rail; alternative energy; power generation and transmission; and commercial building projects. Our ability to self-perform this specialty offers additional value and enables us to better control cost and schedule for projects with major electrical and process mechanical scopes. Our clients include municipalities, water districts, sanitation districts, transit agencies, private developers, DOTs, and USACEAxia Electric, headquartered in Riverside, California, focuses on large public owners in several states, across water resources, water treatment, transportation and transit markets. Over the past decade, the division has grown tremendously, securing major projects, including the $350 million North City Pure Water Facility in San Diego and the $235 million EVMWD Regional Water Reclamation Facility Expansion Project in Lake Elsinore, CA. Responsibilities The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to the following:Responsible for client relations, project development, resource management and supervision of construction activitiesSafety, Quality, Schedule, Budget and Change ManagementResponsible for the overall management administration to project and assists in establishing project specific objectives and policies.Provides technical direction and guidance to subordinate managers, enforces company and project policies, maintains close client interface, and ensures all facets of the project are constructed in accordance with design, budget and schedule through subordinate managers and supervisors.Position has significant profit/loss responsibility for assigned construction project(s). Qualifications Minimum Requirements:Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field + 6 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.Preferred Qualifications:10+ years of relevant experience.Experience in heavy civil construction projects related to Water/Wastewater project experience, Mass Transit, power generation.Experience with engineering calculations & studies.Understanding of electrical power system equipment/components such as Switchgears, transformers, panelboards, generators, UPS, etc.Ability to understand P&ID’s, Control Schematics, Electrical single-line drawings, and system (I&C, Fire Alarm, HVAC Control, Security) drawings.Must be physically able to conduct field inspections and participate in project walk-downs which may require the following activities: extensive walking in and around a construction site, climbing ladders, climbing scaffolding, using fall protection and other personal protective equipment (PPE), walking on elevated platforms, walking on uneven surfaces, and maneuvering around very small and/or confined spaces.Experience in construction and technical inspection of electrical design in areas such as installation and testing of electrical systems, lighting systems, high voltage equipment, grounding, and cable pulling activities.Demonstrated commitment to Environment, Safety and Health (ES&H). Demonstrated commitment to a Zero Accident safety program. Must be computer-literate in word processing, CAD, spreadsheets, and database applications.Must be familiar with current industry quality standards.Detailed knowledge of the National Electrical Code and NFPA 70E Codes.Understanding electrical single line diagrams, electrical block diagrams, electrical wiring diagrams, electrical panel schedules, raceway/cable tray plan drawings, and electrical support drawings.Previous experience in Quality Control a plusExperience using Accubid is helpful doing takeoffs, estimating for new projects and helping with bid process.Additional Information:Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.This position does not include sponsorship for United States work authorization.The salary range for this position is between $150,000 to $180,000 depending on experience and/or education.Shimmick's comprehensive benefits plan includes medical, dental and vision coverage; as well as options to participate in an FSA or HSA. The Company also provides employer paid STD, LTD, basic life and AD&D, and an Employee Assistance Program. Additional voluntary benefit offerings include pet insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness insurance, legal and identity theft protection.These benefits are available to all employees working more than 20 hours per week. Employees working less than 20 hours per week are eligible for medical, dental and vision coverage as well as EAP services.NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:Please note that Shimmick does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Shimmick will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Shimmick explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Shimmick.AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.#LI-AR1Job SummaryID: 2026-3019Category: ConstructionType: Full Time