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Electrical Project ManagerPosition Overview We are seeking an experienced Electrical Project Manager to lead complex electrical projects across commercial, multi-family, industrial, data center, and manufacturing environments. The role owns project delivery from preconstruction and design-build through construction, commissioning, and closeout, ensuring safety, code compliance, budget and schedule adherence, quality control, and strong stakeholder communication. The ideal candidate combines hands-on electrical construction knowledge (switchgear, power distribution, MCCs, fire alarm, low-voltage/fiber, EV charging, solar) with proven leadership, risk management, and contract negotiation skills.Key ResponsibilitiesLead full project lifecycle for electrical projects including design-build, new construction, additions, renovations, and build-outs across commercial, multi-family, industrial, healthcare, education, municipal, federal, retail, hospitality and manufacturing sectors.Develop and manage project budgets, forecasts, and cost control; prepare and review estimates, change orders, and value engineering opportunities.Build and maintain detailed project schedules and coordinate sequencing with general contractors, MEP trades, and owners using scheduling tools (MS Project/Primavera).Supervise and coordinate electrical field teams including superintendents, foremen, journeyman and apprentice electricians; assign resources, mentor staff and enforce quality control standards.Manage procurement and installation of major electrical equipment: switchgear, motor control centers, transformers, generators, breakers, in-plant distribution systems, battery systems, and instrumentation.Ensure NEC, local codes, NFPA, and owner-specific compliance on all projects; coordinate permitting, inspections and code reviews.Oversee low-voltage systems including fire alarm, structured cabling, fiber optic installation and splicing, security, and control systems; coordinate with IT and commissioning teams.Lead commissioning, testing and startup of power distribution, emergency systems, UPS, gensets, solar and EV charging installations and coordinate with vendors and third-party inspectors.Implement and enforce safety and quality programs on-site; conduct risk assessments, manage corrective actions and respond to emergency repairs.Negotiate contracts, subcontracts and vendor agreements; manage subcontractor performance and claims resolution.Communicate effectively with owners, architects, engineers, general contractors and stakeholders; provide regular project reporting, forecasts and executive-level summaries.Monitor project performance metrics; perform root-cause analysis for issues and implement continuous improvement measures.Support business development efforts by preparing proposals, scopes of work, and presenting technical solutions to clients.Coordinate facility maintenance, WWTP/wastewater projects, and in-plant electrical upgrades when required; support life-cycle planning and O&M handover documentation.QualificationsBachelors degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field, or equivalent work experience; Master Electrician or Journeyman Electrician certification preferred.Minimum 7+ years experience managing electrical construction projects, with demonstrated experience in commercial, multi-family and industrial projects; experience in data centers, semiconductor, battery plants, food/beverage, pharmaceutical, or heavy manufacturing is a strong plus.Proven track record with design-build delivery, new construction, additions, renovations and tenant build-outs.Deep technical knowledge of electrical systems: power distribution, switchgear, MCCs, transformers, breakers, motor control, instrumentation, emergency systems, high and low voltage systems, in-plant distribution and generating systems.Experience with fire alarm systems, low-voltage structured cabling, fiber optics and splicing, EV charging, solar installations and building systems integration.Strong budgeting, estimating and cost control skills; familiarity with procurement and materials management for electrical contracting.Proficient with project scheduling and collaboration tools (MS Project, Primavera, Procore, PlanGrid or similar).Demonstrated leadership in supervising field crews and subcontractors, enforcing quality control, and promoting site safety (OSHA certifications preferred, OSHA-30 a plus).Excellent stakeholder communication and negotiation skills; experience with contract negotiation, claims management and risk mitigation.Knowledge of NEC, NFPA, local building codes and federal/military requirements where applicable; experience with compliance documentation and permitting.PMP, NICET, or other relevant certifications desirable; valid drivers license and willingness to travel to project sites.BenefitsMedical InsuranceDentalInsuranceVision InsuranceHealth & Wellness401(k)Life insuranceTime OffEmployee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

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