Proconnect Electric - Senior Electrical Project Manager / Estimator - Division Growth Lead

Job DescriptionSenior Electrical Project Manager / Estimator – Division Growth LeadCompany: ProConnect Electric, electrical division of Mobile IlluminationLocation: Chatsworth, CACompensation: $140,000–$160,000+ salary per year, depending on experience, with additional bonus potentialEmployment Type: Full-TimeSchedule: In-office / field-based leadership roleTravel: Up to 30% to project sites across Southern CaliforniaProject Types: Commercial electrical, tenant improvements, ground-up construction, multifamily, select residential electrical work, government / prevailing wage projectsCompany: ProConnect Electric, electrical division of Mobile IlluminationThe OpportunityProConnect Electric, the electrical division of Mobile Illumination, is seeking a Senior Electrical Project Manager / Estimator – Division Growth Lead to help drive the next stage of growth for its electrical contracting division.This is not a traditional project manager seat where work is simply handed over after award. The right person will help find the work, estimate the work, win the work, manage the work, and build the systems needed to grow the division.This role is ideal for a senior commercial electrical professional who has already operated at a high level in project management, estimating, field coordination, and General Contractor relationship-building. ProConnect is looking for someone who is excited by the opportunity to help build a growing division, not someone looking for a cushy lateral move into a fully established structure.You will step into a company with an established foundation, recognizable project history, and a growing electrical division that needs a proactive leader who can bring structure, relationships, estimating discipline, and execution horsepower.What You’ll DoLead electrical projects from bid review through final closeoutReview plans, specifications, scopes of work, and bid documentsPerform takeoffs and prepare accurate electrical estimatesIdentify which bid opportunities are worth pursuing based on project type, size, margin, schedule, and company fitBuild and maintain relationships with General Contractors, estimators, project managers, vendors, and field partnersHelp ProConnect get onto new GC bid lists and generate repeat bidding opportunitiesConvert estimating opportunities into awarded projectsManage project schedules, budgets, labor planning, materials, documentation, and field executionCoordinate with foremen and internal field crews to keep work moving efficientlyAnticipate project risks, scope gaps, change-order opportunities, material needs, access issues, and schedule constraintsHelp determine labor needs and support crew ramp-up or ramp-down based on project demandSupport hiring, mentoring, and development of field and operational team members as the division growsCreate and improve SOPs, estimating standards, project workflows, communication processes, and operational systemsCommunicate clearly with internal teams, GCs, vendors, subcontractors, clients, and field crewsHelp shape ProConnect Electric into a stronger, more scalable, stand-alone electrical businessWhat We’re Looking ForThe strongest fit is someone who is already doing this type of work today.You should be able to:Estimate electrical work accuratelyManage awarded projects from start to finishWork directly with GCs and project stakeholdersHelp source and pursue new bidding opportunitiesLead foremen and field crewsBuild systems and structure in a growing divisionOperate without needing to be told what to do every dayBring leadership, urgency, ownership, and follow-throughThis is a role for a self-driven electrical leader who understands both the field and the office side of the business.Required QualificationsSignificant experience in electrical contracting, project management, and estimatingStrong commercial electrical backgroundExperience managing electrical projects from bid review through closeoutAbility to perform takeoffs, build estimates, review scopes, and support bidding strategyExperience working directly with General Contractors, estimators, project managers, vendors, and field teamsAbility to identify viable bid opportunities and help pursue new workExperience managing schedules, budgets, labor planning, materials, field execution, and documentationAbility to lead foremen and coordinate internal field crewsExperience with projects ranging from approximately $25K to $1.5M+ in electrical scopeStrong communication, leadership, organization, and follow-throughComfort using digital tools, communication platforms, and estimating/project documentation systemsComfortable working in-office and traveling to job sites as neededWillingness to travel up to 30% to project sites across Southern CaliforniaPreferred Qualifications10+ years of electrical industry experienceElectrical license or certification preferredExperience estimating and managing the same projects from bid through completionExisting relationships in the Southern California commercial construction marketExperience helping grow, scale, or professionalize an electrical division, department, or business unitExperience creating SOPs, estimating standards, labor planning processes, or project management workflowsExperience hiring, mentoring, or managing electricians, foremen, journeymen, or field crewsExperience with tenant improvements, commercial buildouts, multifamily, lighting controls, medical facilities, public works, or prevailing wage projectsExperience with digital estimating software, Microsoft Teams, and modern project communication toolsBachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, business, or a related field is a plusBest-Fit Candidate ProfileYou may be a strong fit if you are:A senior electrical project manager with strong estimating experienceAn electrical estimator who has also managed awarded projectsA commercial electrical leader who knows how to build GC relationships and win workA hands-on operator who can create structure, not just follow an existing systemA relationship-builder who can earn trust with GCs, estimators, PMs, vendors, and field crewsA growth-minded leader who wants to help build a division into a more independent businessSomeone motivated by ownership, accountability, leadership, and long-term impactThis Role Is Probably Not the Right Fit If You AreLooking for a desk-only estimating roleLooking for a remote or hybrid positionUnwilling to travel to job sitesOnly experienced in residential service workA junior PM still learning how to lead projects independentlyAn electrician looking to move into management for the first timeSomeone who prefers to be told exactly what to do each dayUncomfortable with technology, digital communication, or modern estimating/project toolsLooking for a fully built system rather than helping create and improve oneCompensation & BenefitsBase salary of $140,000–$160,000 per year, depending on experiencePerformance-based compensation structure may be considered based on experience, role scope, and measurable growth goalsBi-weekly pay cycle401(k) retirement savings program with employer matchingMedical, dental, and vision insuranceLife and disability insurance optionsPaid time off, including holidays, vacation, and sick leaveCompany-provided tabletUniforms and required safety equipment providedProfessional training and certifications, including OSHA, fall protection, and manufacturer trainingTravel support / per diem where applicableAbout ProConnect Electric / Mobile IlluminationProConnect Electric is the electrical division of Mobile Illumination, serving clients throughout Southern California. The division supports commercial, residential, government, and prevailing wage projects with a focus on high-quality electrical and controls work.Mobile Illumination has built a long-standing reputation for project-based service, collaboration, and execution. ProConnect Electric is now positioned for its next stage of growth, with the opportunity to expand into a stronger, more scalable, stand-alone electrical business.This role offers the stability of an established organization with the opportunity to help build something meaningful from the ground up.Learn more at Opportunity EmployerProConnect Electric / Mobile Illumination is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender expression, sexual orientation, parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation, military service, disability, or any other protected status.All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration, and hiring decisions will be based on job-related qualifications, experience, and business needs.