Project Manager - Residential Electrical

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Company car
• Company parties
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

Lead Residential Electrical Projects From Start to Finish

Adams, Inc. is seeking an experienced Residential Electrical Project Manager to lead and manage residential electrical construction projects from contract award through final completion.

This is a hands-on project management position for someone with a strong background in residential electrical construction who understands both the field and the business side of successfully executing electrical projects.

Candidates must have demonstrated professional experience in residential electrical construction, practical knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC), and the ability to read and interpret electrical blueprints, plans, specifications, and construction documents.

The Project Manager will have direct responsibility for project schedules, field coordination, manpower planning, materials, budgets, labor productivity, change orders, permits, inspections, documentation, customer communication, and overall project performance.

If you've built your career in residential electrical construction and are ready to take ownership of projects, people, customers, schedules, and financial results, we want to talk with you.

About Adams, Inc.

Since 1988, Adams, Inc. has been a family-owned company serving customers throughout Wisconsin and Northern Illinois. We specialize in electrical, generators, HVAC, plumbing, solar, and smart home solutions.

Our team is built around our core values of Integrity, People, Partnership, Attitude, and Excellence . We work hard, support one another, and take pride in providing an exceptional experience for both our customers and team members.

What You'll Manage

Our Residential Electrical Team performs a variety of projects, including:

• New residential construction
• Custom homes
• Residential remodels and additions
• Multi-family residential projects
• Residential electrical service projects
• Electrical service and panel upgrades

As the Project Manager, you will serve as a primary point of contact between Adams, our field teams, builders, homeowners, contractors, suppliers, vendors, and inspectors.

What You'll Do

• Manage multiple residential electrical projects from contract award through final completion.
• Develop, maintain, and manage project schedules, milestone dates, priorities, and completion expectations.
• Coordinate electricians, field leadership, manpower requirements, materials, equipment, deliveries, and subcontractors.
• Read and interpret electrical blueprints, drawings, specifications, contracts, selections, and scope documents.
• Apply working knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and residential electrical construction practices when planning and reviewing project work.
• Identify scope discrepancies, missing information, constructability concerns, and potential project issues before they impact schedule, cost, or the customer.
• Monitor project budgets, labor hours, labor productivity, material costs, committed costs, and overall project profitability.
• Prepare, price, submit, track, and manage project change orders.
• Coordinate permitting and inspection requirements and help resolve code, inspection, scheduling, and documentation issues.
• Communicate regularly with builders, homeowners, contractors, suppliers, vendors, inspectors, electricians, and internal teams.
• Provide clear direction and project information to electricians, foremen, and other field personnel.
• Ensure field teams have the current plans, information, materials, and schedules necessary to successfully perform the work.
• Conduct jobsite visits to review project progress, quality, schedule, field conditions, and outstanding issues.
• Maintain accurate project records, documentation, schedules, correspondence, and reporting.
• Proactively track down missing information and follow up with the appropriate parties to prevent delays.
• Identify project risks and develop solutions before issues negatively impact cost, schedule, quality, or customer expectations.
• Manage project closeout, including punch-list items, final inspections, documentation, and completion requirements.
• Ensure projects meet applicable electrical codes, inspection requirements, safety expectations, quality standards, and customer commitments.
• Deliver a high level of customer service throughout the entire project lifecycle.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in residential electrical construction.
• Demonstrated hands-on knowledge of residential electrical systems, materials, installation methods, and construction practices.
• Working knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and its application to residential electrical construction.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical blueprints, plans, specifications, schedules, and other construction documents.
• Demonstrated experience coordinating or managing electrical construction projects, crews, schedules, manpower, materials, or field operations.
• Experience managing multiple active projects, priorities, deadlines, and outstanding items simultaneously.
• Ability to understand and manage project costs, labor productivity, material costs, change orders, budgets, and project financial performance.
• Strong planning, organization, problem-solving, and follow-through skills.
• Ability to identify missing or conflicting project information and proactively obtain the information needed to keep projects moving.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to communicate professionally with homeowners, builders, contractors, electricians, field leaders, vendors, suppliers, and inspectors.
• Comfortable using technology and learning new software applications.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

Preferred Qualifications

• Wisconsin Residential Journeyman Electrician, Journeyman Electrician, or Master Electrician credential.
• Previous experience as an Electrical Project Manager, Assistant Project Manager, Project Coordinator, Electrical Foreman, Lead Electrician, or similar role with significant project responsibility.
• Experience working with custom home builders, residential developers, general contractors, and remodel contractors.
• Experience managing projects involving multiple crews or numerous concurrent jobs.
• Experience with ServiceTitan or other construction/project management platforms.
• Associate or Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Project Management, Engineering Technology, Business, or related field.
• OSHA 30 certification.

The Person We're Looking For

We are looking for someone who understands residential electrical construction from the field up but is equally comfortable managing the operational and financial details behind the projects.

The right Project Manager doesn't wait for problems to reach the jobsite.

You should be comfortable reviewing plans, identifying missing information, asking questions, following up with builders and customers, coordinating electricians and materials, monitoring labor and costs, resolving problems, and making decisions that keep numerous projects moving forward.

You should understand what electricians need from their Project Manager to be successful in the field and be able to translate customer, builder, code, schedule, and project requirements into an executable plan.

Technology

Our team utilizes ServiceTitan along with Microsoft Office applications and other technology to manage projects and communication.

Previous ServiceTitan experience is helpful, but it is not required . We are more interested in candidates who have demonstrated the ability to successfully use construction management, project management, estimating, scheduling, ERP, CRM, or similar software and can quickly learn new systems.

Compensation

$110,000 - $140,000 per year

Compensation is based on residential electrical experience, project management experience, licensing, NEC knowledge, blueprint proficiency, qualifications, and demonstrated ability to successfully manage residential electrical projects.

Benefits

Adams, Inc. proudly offers:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Ongoing Training & Professional Development
• Career Growth Opportunities

Work Environment

This position combines office-based project management with regular visits to residential construction sites throughout our service area.

The Project Manager will work closely with homeowners, builders, electricians, field leaders, inspectors, vendors, suppliers, and internal teams while managing multiple active residential electrical projects.

Why Adams, Inc.?

At Adams, Inc., you're more than just a number. You'll join a growing, family-owned company with a reputation for quality, integrity, and exceptional customer service.

You'll have the opportunity to take ownership of residential electrical projects, work alongside experienced field professionals, build strong customer and contractor relationships, and have a direct impact on the continued growth of our Residential Electrical Team.

If you're an experienced residential electrical professional who is ready to take ownership of projects from start to finish, we'd like to hear from you. Apply today.