Senior Project Manager

Bakersfield, United States | Posted on 09/23/2026 At A-C Electric Company, we’re looking forSenior Project Managers who can create consistent, predictable resultsacross complex construction projects. In this role, you’ll leadproject teams, partner closely with Superintendents and otherfunctional teams, and develop the project-management talent aroundyou. Depending on your experience, strengths, and project needs, yourresponsibilities may include leading a portfolio of concurrentprojects or taking primary leadership responsibility for a large,complex project. If you’re ready to pair strong financial andoperational judgment with leadership of both projects and people, thisrole offers the opportunity to take on some of A-C Electric Company’smost consequential project-management responsibilities. What You’ll Do As a Senior Project Manager, your keyresponsibilities will be: Leading projects from kickoff through closeout , managingschedules, budgets, forecasting, cash flow, and overall financialperformance to ensure successful project execution. Driving disciplined financial performance through accurateforecasting, cost and margin management, financial reviews,billing discipline, and early identification of risks and variances. Building and maintaining strong client and teamrelationships by providing exceptional communication, leadingproject meetings, fostering collaboration, and supporting teamdevelopment throughout the project lifecycle. Executing project plans by reviewing drawings,specifications, and contracts; coordinating manpower, equipment,materials, procurement, subcontractors, and project documentation;and managing contract administration and change orders. Developing project-management talent by coaching,mentoring, and holding project team members accountable toperformance expectations while building their capability andreadiness for greater responsibility. Additional duties will include: Adapting project leadership to the work , managingpriorities and resources across multiple concurrent projects orproviding focused leadership to a large, complex project based onassignment needs. Coordinating procurement and subcontractor performance byworking with project teams to keep materials, activities, contractrequirements, and construction expenditures aligned with projectplans and schedules. Driving operational excellence by implementing LeanConstruction principles, identifying opportunities to improvesafety, quality, constructability, productivity, and overallproject efficiency, and proactively resolving project challenges. Representing A-C Electric Company with clients andstakeholders through proactive communication, transparency,reliable execution, and professional leadership in project meetings. Championing safe, high-quality execution and disciplinedcloseout by reinforcing Company standards throughout theproject lifecycle. What You Bring A bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, CivilEngineering, or a related field, or equivalent education and/orexperience. Seven or more years of project management experience in construction. Demonstrated ability to deliver profitable projectportfolios , supported by strong financial literacy andbusiness acumen. A strong understanding of construction management ,including documents, contracts, and the financial and operationalrequirements involved in managing construction projects. Proven ability to lead and develop project teams whileworking effectively across field, procurement, client, and otherfunctional relationships. What Will Help You Stand Out Senior project leadership experience consisting of ahigh-volume portfolio of concurrent projects, large and complexconstruction projects, or comparable senior project-management assignments. Electrical construction management experience or appliedelectrical knowledge that helps you understand the work performedin the field. Experience applying Lean Construction principles such as pull planning, daily huddles, Short Interval Plans (SIPs), 5S,waste elimination, and Plan-Do-Check-Adjust (PDCA) to improveproject outcomes. Experience improving project efficiency, safety, quality, andpredictability through prefabrication, production tracking, orother approaches. A demonstrated ability to help project-managementprofessionals strengthen their skills, take on greaterresponsibility, and prepare for future leadership roles. What Success Looks Like Delivering predictable financial results with disciplinedmargin performance, accurate forecasts, timely billing, healthycash position, and risks identified before they become late-stage surprises. Operating projects with consistency and control , withschedules, procurement activities, financial processes, productiontracking, and closeouts receiving timely attention across the portfolio. Identifying and addressing risks early , maintainingvisibility into cost, schedule, scope, andother issues ratherthan relying on reactive escalation. Creating shared accountability with other functional teams ,keeping field execution, procurement, financial priorities, andclient commitments aligned. Growing the project-management team under your leadership ,with PMs, APMs, and PEs developing greater capability andreadiness to take on broader responsibilities. For over 80 years, we’ve built a reputationfor delivering someof the industry's most challenging electricalconstruction projects through technical expertise, innovation, and anunwavering commitment to safety and quality. The duties and responsibilities are intended to describe thegeneral nature and scope of work being performed by this position.This is not a complete listing, and other duties will be assignedbased on the position’s role within the business unit. Pay Range: $160,000–$190,000 per year* *This range represents the pay A-C Electric Company reasonablyexpects to offer for this position. Actual pay may vary based onjob-related factors, including relevant experience, skills,education, certifications, and work location. Additionalcompensation or benefits may apply depending on the positionoffered. What We Invest in You We invest in our people with first-in-classbenefits, including comprehensive healthcare, retirement plans, paidtime off, and professional development opportunities designed tosupport their well-being, growth, and future. Profit sharing and pension plans, each100% funded by the firm Health, vision, dental, and lifeinsurance plans available Short- and long-term disability plans available Paid holidays, sick days, and vacationtime off Relocation Assistance for select roles Wellness programs &company-sponsored events and sports teams Flexible Spending Accounts Employee Assistance Program Safety Recognition Program Culture and Performance Awards andRecognition Programs Tuition Assistance Programs Vehicle Allowance Program for select roles Travel Assistance Will Preparation Services Legal Protection and Identify TheftProtection Program Association Involvement Voluntary Critical Illness Insurance Voluntary Accident Insurance Location: Bakersfield, CA Work Arrangement: On-site Employment Type: Full-time This position is typically scheduled 40 hoursper week. Start and end times may vary based on project, customer,operational, or site requirements, and additional hours may berequired to support project meetings, critical activities, deadlines,operational needs, or issue resolution. This position requires up to 25% travel,primarily within the region to project sites, Company offices, clientmeetings, and other business-related locations. Regular operation of acompany or personal vehicle is an essential function of this position. The general work environment involves sittingfor extended periods, standing, walking, typing, and occasionallifting of up to 50 lbs. Work is conducted primarily indoors, andnoise levels are typically low to medium. For over 80 years, we’ve built a reputation for delivering some of the industry’s most challenging electrical construction projects through technicalexpertise, innovation, and an unwavering commitment to safety and quality. A-C Electric Company is committed to the purpose of equalemployment opportunity and makes employment decisions basedmerit. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination by anyemployee of the Company, including supervisors and co-workers, basedon race, color, creed, sex, religion, marital status, age 40 orolder, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disabilityunrelated to general ability, medical condition, sexual orientation,veteran status, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal,state, or local laws. This policy shall apply to all employmentactions, including hiring, upgrading, demotion, or transfer;recruitment or recruitment advertising; layoff or termination; ratesof pay or other compensation; and selection for training, includingapprenticeship, pre-apprenticeship, and/or on‑job training. Employment may be contingent upon completion of job‑related,legally permitted pre‑employment requirements. Any required screening will be conducted in accordance with applicable law. A-C Electric Company provides reasonable accommodation to enable qualified individuals to participate in the application and hiringprocess and to perform the essential functions of this position, as required by applicable law. If you need accommodation during the application or hiring process, contact Human Resources at View email address on click.appcast.io orView phone number on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr A-C Electric Company