Project Manager - EV Charging Construction (Tampa / Clearwater, FL)

Job Description

Job Description

EV Charging Infrastructure Project Manager

About the Company

• Established company with over 50 years of experience in the signage industry. With more than 1,000 employees nationwideand works with well-known brands to create better customer experiences.

Job Summary

• Project Manager based in the Tampa area to oversee the construction and installation of electric vehicle (EV) charging stations. The role involves managing projects from planning and permitting through construction, electrical installation, testing, and final approval.
• The ideal candidate has experience in electrical construction, project management, and coordinating contractors, utilities, and local authorities.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage projects: Oversee EV charging station installations from start to finish, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Coordinate contractors: Manage electrical, concrete, and other subcontractors working on-site.
• Work with utilities: Coordinate electrical service upgrades, transformers, and power connections.
• Handle permits and inspections: Ensure projects meet local regulations and electrical safety requirements.
• Review plans and materials: Read blueprints, check equipment requirements, and coordinate material purchases and delivery schedules.
• Monitor budgets: Track project costs, manage changes, and prevent unnecessary expenses.
• Ensure quality and safety: Make sure installations follow electrical codes, manufacturer guidelines, and safety standards.
• Report progress: Keep stakeholders updated on construction schedules, project milestones, and final documentation.

Required Qualifications

• 3–5 years of project management experience in electrical construction, utility infrastructure, or EV charging installations.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management.
• Strong ability to read electrical blueprints, wiring diagrams, and construction plans.
• Knowledge of electrical equipment, transformers, switchgear, and power requirements.
• Experience with project management software such as Procore or Smartsheet.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• OSHA 10 certification preferred.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching

Travel Requirements

• Approximately 25% travel within the region for site visits, utility meetings, and final project inspections.

In Simple Terms

• This person manages the entire process of building EV charging stations.
• They coordinate contractors, work with utility companies to ensure adequate power supply, manage permits and budgets, monitor construction quality
• make sure the charging stations are installed safely and ready to operate.
• The role is best suited for someone with a background in electrical construction project management
• someone familiar with EV chargers, utility connections, and commercial construction projects.

Established national electrical and energy company is adding a Project Manager in its Clearwater office. You'd run ground-up EV charging installations (DC fast charging and Level 2) for large national clients, from site mobilization through utility energization.

Ideal candidate:

• Has managed electrical construction, utility infrastructure or EV charging projects. This is the must-have.
• Comfortable with utility coordination, permitting and electrical and civil subs.
• Reads single-lines, electrical schematics and civil site plans.
• Lives in the Tampa Bay area. About 25% regional travel.

What are some examples of electrical or EV charging projects you ran as the PM, and what was your scope?