Electrical Engineering - Project Manager

Electrical Engineering - Project Manager

Washington DC - Reston, VA

Overview

Position Type Full Time

Description

Job Title: Project Manager Department: Electrical Engineering Reports to: Managing Director/Director FLSA Status: Exempt GENERAL SUMMARY The Electrical Engineering Project Manager is responsible for the successful planning, execution, and delivery of electrical engineering projects from proposal development through construction closeout. Reporting to a Managing Director or Director, this role has full accountability for project performance, including scope, schedule, budget, quality, risk management, client satisfaction, and profitability. The Electrical Engineering Project Manager serves as the primary point of contact for clients and leads internal teams and external consultants to ensure projects are delivered efficiently, accurately, and in accordance with contractual and firm standards.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES This position has supervisory responsibilities and provides leadership, direction, mentoring, and performance oversight to assigned engineers, designers, and technical staff.

Essential Duties

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Manage the full lifecycle of electrical engineering projects from proposal development through design, construction administration, and closeout.
• Develop and manage project scopes, work plans, schedules, budgets, staffing plans, and deliverables.
• Monitor project progress, budgets, invoicing, aged accounts, and overall financial performance to ensure profitability.
• Prepare and maintain detailed project schedules, including task-level two- to three-week lookahead schedules.
• Identify project risks and proactively implement mitigation strategies related to scope, schedule, budget, quality, or resources.
• Prepare and review monthly project status reports, change orders, and financial forecasts.
• Ensure compliance with contract requirements, firm standards, and quality assurance/quality control procedures.

Technical Oversight & Quality Control

• Oversee all technical aspects of electrical engineering and facility electrical systems projects.
• Review and approve electrical plans, specifications, calculations, reports, and engineer's estimates for accuracy, completeness, and constructability.
• Ensure electrical designs comply with applicable codes, standards, and regulations.
• Interpret contract documents and resolve technical conflicts related to electrical specifications, materials, workmanship, and construction methods.
• Coordinate and integrate electrical systems with other disciplines, including mechanical, structural, architectural, and civil/site engineering.

Client & Consultant Coordination

• Serve as the primary client point of contact for assigned electrical engineering projects.
• Lead and participate in client, consultant, and contractor meetings.
• Coordinate work with sub-consultants and internal departments to ensure alignment and timely delivery.
• Address and resolve client, contractor, and internal project issues in a timely and professional manner.
• Clearly communicate project requirements, expectations, and changes to all stakeholders.

Business Development & Proposals

• Support business development efforts through client relationship management and pursuit of new project opportunities.
• Develop and review proposals, including scopes of work, fee estimates, schedules, and supporting technical documentation.
• Prepare bid documents, technical narratives, studies, and project reports.
• Participate in presentations, interviews, and client outreach activities as required.

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, coach, and mentor electrical engineering staff to support technical excellence and professional growth.
• Delegate work effectively and provide clear direction, feedback, and accountability.
• Foster a collaborative, high-performing project team environment.
• Review project budgets, staffing, and performance regularly with the Senior Project Manager, Managing Director, or Director.
• Support workforce planning, utilization, and staff development initiatives within the Electrical Engineering department.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of applicable electrical codes, building codes, zoning requirements, permitting, and approval processes.
• Strong understanding of electrical power, lighting, fire alarm, and low-voltage systems and their integration with other building systems.
• Proven ability to manage multiple moderate to large electrical engineering projects simultaneously.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and team management skills.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing complex project information.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel; working knowledge of AutoCAD.
• Familiarity with electrical engineering analysis and design software.
• Ability to balance technical engineering responsibilities with project management and client-facing duties.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible electrical engineering and project management experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
• Experience managing electrical engineering projects through construction strongly preferred.

Working at GF

WHY YOU'LL WANT TO WORK AT GF Join a team where you can contribute and grow your career without limits. At GF, you'll help build community through meaningful work while shaping your professional growth and career path. Our team brings together diverse talents and backgrounds, creating an environment where you can explore fresh ideas, navigate new challenges, and adapt as your career and goals evolve. From our 4½-day workweek and comprehensive benefits to intentional mentorship and career development, GF provides an environment where growth, balance, and job satisfaction go hand in hand.

CAREER PROGRESSION We are passionate about supporting your career progression and professional growth. GF maintains a career progression framework that illustrates typical advancement in both title and responsibility. During the annual performance review process, and at other appropriate times, we will discuss the skills, experience, and competencies that may be demonstrated to achieve the next level position.

Career progression is not prescriptive. Advancement is based on a combination of demonstrated capability, technical and interpersonal skills, experience, initiative, attitude, performance, and overall contribution to the firm. We encourage open, direct, and ongoing conversations with your manager regarding your career goals and professional development.

We also recognize that not every employee aspires to continued upward advancement. If you are content in your current role, we are committed to supporting your growth through expanded responsibilities, new challenges, and horizontal development opportunities that allow you to remain engaged, challenged, and professionally fulfilled while maintaining your current level.

BENEFITS Health and Wellness Support We prioritize the well-being of our team members through comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, along with a generous Firm contribution to health savings accounts. Other programs that further emphasizes our dedication to the holistic health of our employees include: voluntary short- and long-term disability; voluntary life insurance; accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity benefits; monthly wellness reimbursements; telehealth benefits; mental health counseling; employee assistance programs; Medicare transition services; and financial wellness benefits.

Professional Development Opportunities Dedication to continued learning is ingrained in our culture. Our tuition reimbursement program empowers employees to pursue continuous learning, enhancing their education and skill sets to excel in their careers. Mentorship opportunities and benefits such as paid membership to a professional organization and opportunities for selection into our Next Generation Leadership Training or Associates and Directors Program further supports the growth and development of our team.

Ownership and Prosperity As an ESOP company, GF takes pride in offering every team member a stake in our success. Through the Employee Stock Ownership Plan, our employees benefit from shared company prosperity, creating a culture of shared goals and achievements. You fund your 401(k) through paycheck deferrals, and GF matches your deferrals into the ESOP with shares of company stock.

Work-Life Integration We understand the importance of Work-Life Balance. Our commitment to flexible work schedules, paid time off, paid holidays, half-day Fridays, and paid parental leave allows our team members to achieve professional success while maintaining a fulfilling personal life.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO) We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, familial status, partnership status, protected veteran status, uniformed service member status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

PAY TRANSPARENCY Where required by