Senior Electrical Project Manager

Senior Project Manager Electrical Construction

Locations: Fairfield County, CT, Hartford County, CT & New Haven, CT (Local Candidates Only | Hybrid On-Site/Office)

Salary Range: $125,000 $160,000+ (negotiable for the right fit)

About the Role

We are working with three electrical contractors, all seeking a Senior Project Manager. Our client, a well-established electrical contractor in Fairfield County, is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead complex electrical construction projects. This is a career-defining opportunity for a leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants to make a direct impact on projects that power hospitals, data centers, commercial facilities, and more.

This position offers a hybrid schedule, with time spent both on-site and in-office.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of electrical construction projects, from budgeting and pre-construction through closeout.
• Lead project teams, including engineers and subcontractors.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to client specifications.
• Oversee electrical system installations, including UPS, emergency power, fire alarm, data networking, and communication wiring.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships, serving as the main point of contact.
• Work effectively in regulated environments such as healthcare, chemical plants, and data centers.

Ideal Candidate Background

• Required: Experience in the electrical construction industry (not general construction).

• Proven track record as a Project Manager on large-scale electrical projects.

• Strong portfolio of commercial, healthcare, institutional, and industrial projects.

• Understanding of design/build project delivery methods.

• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Acceptable backgrounds include:

• Electrical Project Managers
• MEP Project Managers

Typical Project Types

• Commercial fit-outs
• Hospitals & healthcare facilities
• Medical office buildings
• Assisted living facilities
• Data centers
• Chemical plants

Core Service Areas

• Pre-construction and budgeting
• Design/build project execution
• New construction
• Electrical systems maintenance, repair, and replacement
• UPS systems and emergency power generators
• Fire alarm systems
• Data and communications wiring

Submission Guidelines

• Local candidates only (Fairfield County, CT area).
• Resume must include a detailed project list.
• Indicate when the candidate was last contacted.
• Note whether the candidate is Active or Passive in their job search.

This role is ideal for a motivated leader with deep electrical construction experience who is ready to take ownership of high-impact projects in Fairfield County, Hartford County, and New Haven County, CT.