Senior Project Manager- Electrical Contactor

Job Description

Job Description

Electrical Project Manager

Location: San Francisco, CA
Employment Type: Full-Time In-Office
Salary: Starting at $180,000 per year , commensurate with experience and qualifications

About Our Client

A San Francisco-based electrical contractor providing high-quality electrical construction, tenant improvement, service, and infrastructure solutions throughout the Bay Area. We are committed to delivering exceptional customer service, building lasting client relationships, and executing projects safely, efficiently, and profitably. Our team is driven by accountability, craftsmanship, and continuous improvement, creating opportunities for employees to grow and develop their careers.

Position Summary

They are seeking an experienced and motivated Project Manager to oversee multiple electrical construction projects while contributing to the company's growth through business development. This role is responsible for managing project execution, maintaining profitability, building strong customer relationships, and developing project engineering talent. The ideal candidate is a proactive leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is committed to delivering outstanding results for clients and the company.

Key Responsibilities

Project Management

• Manage multiple electrical construction projects concurrently from preconstruction through closeout.
• Oversee project planning, scheduling, budgeting, procurement, and execution.
• Monitor project performance to ensure quality, safety, profitability, and client satisfaction.
• Coordinate with field leadership, engineers, subcontractors, suppliers, and clients.
• Identify and resolve project risks, issues, and schedule impacts proactively.
• Ensure all project commitments are fulfilled on time and within budget.

Business Development

• Develop and maintain strong customer relationships that lead to repeat business.
• Identify, pursue, and secure new project opportunities.
• Create and execute a business development strategy approved by company leadership.
• Represent the company professionally with clients, industry partners, and stakeholders.

Leadership & Team Development

• Mentor and develop assigned Project Engineers through coaching, training, and performance reviews.
• Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and teamwork.
• Provide guidance that prepares team members for future leadership opportunities.

Performance Goals

The successful Project Manager will be expected to:

• Manage $10 million+ in total annual project value.
• Source $5 million+ in annual project value through business development efforts.
• Maintain a minimum 15% gross profit margin across all managed projects annually.
• Develop assigned Project Engineers into high-performing contributors through structured coaching and reviews.
• Create and implement a management-approved business development strategy.

Qualifications

Required Experience

• Proven experience managing electrical construction projects.
• Strong understanding of project financials, estimating, scheduling, contracts, and risk management.
• Demonstrated success in client relationship management and business development.
• Experience leading and developing project teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
• Electrical contracting or commercial/industrial construction experience.
• Proficiency with project management and construction software platforms.

Core Competencies

The ideal candidate demonstrates:

• Exceptional customer service orientation
• Ability to build deep, long-term customer relationships
• Proactive and aggressive pursuit of goals and opportunities
• Strong results orientation
• High attention to detail and quality
• Self-motivation and focus
• Efficiency and strong organizational skills
• Persistence and follow-through
• Accountability and commitment to delivering results
• Openness to feedback and continuous improvement
• Honesty and integrity
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• High level of intelligence and business acumen
• Coaching and people development skills
• Ability to remain calm and effective under pressure
• Positive attitude and enthusiasm
• Outstanding work ethic
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong collaboration and teamwork

Employee Benefits & Perks

We believe in taking care of our team and providing benefits that support your health,  financial well-being, and work-life balance.

• Comprehensive health insurance with multiple plan options — the company pays 100% of the employee premium
• Company-paid dental insurance for employees
• 401(k) retirement plan — employees are eligible to participate in the company's 401(k) plan, which may include employer contributions
• 11 paid holidays per year
• Paid Time Off (PTO)

SVS Group has extensive experience in many industries. We understand the opportunities, and how to find the best fit for your company. Our national search capability allows us to do the legwork to match candidates to opportunities in top locations.

Company Description

SVS Group has extensive experience in many industries. We understand the opportunities, and how to find the best fit for your company. Our national search capability allows us to do the legwork to match candidates to opportunities in top locations.