Electrical Project Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Electrical Project ManagerPosition Summary

The Electrical Project Manager is responsible for developing and managing commercial electrical construction projects to ensure they are completed safely, efficiently, and profitably. This individual will serve as the primary point of contact for assigned projects and will oversee work from project turnover through closeout.

The ideal candidate has experience managing multiple projects simultaneously, understands electrical construction processes from the field to the office, and can effectively support clients, field personnel, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders.

ResponsibilitiesPre -Construction

• Participate in project turnover meetings with estimating teams.
• Review project scope, specifications, contracts, and schedules.
• Identify prefabrication opportunities.
• Coordinate project kickoff meetings with field leadership.
• Establish schedules of values and change order structures.
• Negotiate subcontractor and major material packages.

Project Execution

• Manage RFIs, submittals, and change orders.
• Maintain project documentation and tracking logs.
• Perform buyouts for materials and subcontractors.
• Monitor budgets, labor hours, schedules, and project profitability.
• Coordinate manpower, equipment, and material requirements with field teams.
• Review and approve invoices and cost coding.
• Prepare monthly billings and participate in project review meetings.
• Ensure project milestones and completion dates are achieved.
• Develop recovery plans for projects experiencing schedule or budget challenges.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Visit active jobsites regularly and maintain strong communication with field personnel.
• Support and mentor junior team members when appropriate.

Closeout

• Prepare project closeout documentation.
• Participate in post-project reviews and lessons learned meetings.
• Provide feedback to estimating and operations teams.
• Support continuous improvement efforts.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in commercial electrical construction in a Project Engineer, Assistant Project Manager, or Project Manager capacity.
• Direct experience managing electrical construction projects from start to finish.
• Strong understanding of drawings, specifications, contracts, and construction documentation.
• Experience with budgets, billings, change orders, and project financial management.
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Experience working closely with field personnel and subcontractors.
• Proficiency with common construction management software and Microsoft Office products.
• Knowledge of industry safety standards and construction best practices.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous field experience as an Electrician or Foreman.
• Experience managing K-12, retail, or traditional commercial construction projects.
• Familiarity with project accounting and construction management systems.

Work Environment & Benefits

• Office and field-based position.
• Company vehicle provided.
• Collaborative and team-oriented culture with strong employee tenure.
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
• Stable backlog of work with long-term project visibility.