Senior Project Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Lead high-profile electrical construction projects that power critical facilities while driving project success, profitability, and lasting client relationships.

Project Manager – Electrical Construction

Location: West Sacramento, CA (On-site)

Job Description

We're seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead large-scale electrical construction projects from planning through closeout. This role is responsible for delivering projects safely, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with all applicable codes and regulations.

The ideal candidate has experience managing complex electrical construction projects in data center, healthcare, mission-critical, or commercial environments and thrives in a fast-paced setting where leadership, financial management, and stakeholder communication are critical to success.

Why Join This Opportunity

• Lead complex, high-visibility electrical construction projects.
• Take ownership of project strategy, execution, and financial performance.
• Work alongside experienced field, operations, and finance teams.
• Influence project outcomes while driving innovation and continuous improvement.
• Build lasting relationships with clients, subcontractors, and industry partners.

Professional Development

• Stay current on emerging electrical construction technologies and methodologies.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, including JDI, RIE, and A3 activities.
• Attend industry conferences, workshops, and training programs.
• Mentor project teams while continuing to grow your own leadership capabilities.

Compensation

$114,000 - $149,000 annually

What You'll Accomplish

• Lead planning, execution, and delivery of complex electrical construction projects.
• Manage project scope, schedules, budgets, forecasting, and resource allocation.
• Monitor progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Oversee project financials, including billings, profit projections, cost controls, and change orders.
• Evaluate, negotiate, and manage change orders and contract modifications.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, electrical codes, regulations, and company standards.
• Lead and mentor project teams, including field foremen and support staff.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, subcontractors, suppliers, and stakeholders.
• Maintain project documentation, reporting, and document control processes.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and operational excellence efforts.
• Drive project profitability while maintaining quality, safety, and client satisfaction.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for a construction leader with a proven track record of delivering complex electrical projects while balancing operational execution, financial performance, and client satisfaction.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 8+ years of electrical project management experience.
• Proven success delivering large-scale, complex electrical construction projects.
• Experience managing projects in data centers, healthcare, mission-critical, commercial, or similar environments.
• Strong knowledge of electrical construction methods, codes, regulations, and industry best practices.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, change orders, RFIs, and contract management.
• Strong leadership, communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency with project management software and construction management tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing electrical infrastructure projects involving UPS systems, generators, switchgear, and power distribution.
• Experience within healthcare facilities or other highly regulated construction environments.
• Experience leading or participating in continuous improvement initiatives such as JDI, RIE, or A3 methodologies.
• Experience collaborating with finance teams on invoicing, collections, and construction financial reporting.
• Ability to identify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining quality and compliance.

Work Environment

This position combines office-based project management with regular interaction across active construction projects. The role requires close collaboration with field teams, subcontractors, suppliers, clients, operations, and finance teams while managing multiple complex projects simultaneously.

If you're a proven electrical construction professional who enjoys taking ownership of complex projects, driving successful outcomes, and leading high-performing teams, we'd love to connect.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of West Sacramento, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $114000.00 - $149000.00/yr.

Competitive salary with opportunities for growth and advancement Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match Generous paid time off and holiday pay

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in West Sacramento,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 18, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.