Electrical Project Manager
About the Opportunity
A well-established electrical contractor is seeking an experienced Electrical Project Manager to oversee the successful delivery of commercial and industrial electrical construction projects throughout Upstate New York.
This position offers the opportunity to manage projects from preconstruction through closeout, working closely with field leadership, clients, subcontractors, vendors, and internal operations teams. The successful candidate will be responsible for project planning, financial performance, scheduling, resource coordination, and maintaining strong client relationships while ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced project management professional looking to join a growing organization with a strong project pipeline and long-term career growth opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage electrical construction projects from award through final completion.
- Develop and maintain project budgets, schedules, forecasts, and cost tracking reports.
- Monitor project profitability and take proactive measures to maintain financial performance.
- Review contract documents, drawings, specifications, and scope requirements to ensure successful project execution.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, general contractors, consultants, and project stakeholders.
- Lead project meetings and provide regular updates regarding schedule, budget, labor requirements, procurement status, and project risks.
- Manage change orders, requests for information (RFIs), submittals, procurement logs, and project documentation.
- Support field leadership by coordinating manpower requirements, material deliveries, equipment needs, and schedule adjustments.
- Review project costs, labor productivity, material expenditures, and subcontractor performance to ensure project objectives are achieved.
- Develop and maintain short-term and long-term project schedules while ensuring key milestones are met.
- Coordinate project closeout activities, including punch list completion, turnover documentation, training requirements, and final client acceptance.
- Promote a culture of safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement across all assigned projects.
- Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, project execution, and customer satisfaction.
Qualifications
Required:
- Minimum 5 years of project management experience within electrical construction.
- Proven experience managing commercial, industrial, institutional, manufacturing, healthcare, or large-scale electrical construction projects.
- Strong understanding of project financials, budgeting, forecasting, and cost control.
- Experience managing change orders, RFIs, submittals, project schedules, and procurement activities.
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, contracts, and project documents.
- Strong knowledge of electrical construction methods and industry best practices.
- Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving abilities.
- Valid driver's license and ability to travel to active project sites.
Preferred:
- 2-3 years in project management.
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
- Electrical trade background or previous field experience.
- Experience managing projects valued from several hundred thousand dollars through multi-million-dollar electrical construction contracts.
- Familiarity with project management software and construction management platforms.
- OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.
What We're Looking For
We're looking for a results-driven Project Manager who thrives in a fast-paced construction environment and enjoys taking ownership of project performance. The ideal candidate can build strong customer relationships, effectively manage multiple priorities, communicate confidently with field and executive teams, and drive projects to successful completion while maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and financial performance.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package
- Performance-based bonus opportunities
- Health, dental, and vision coverage
- Retirement savings plan with employer contribution
- Vehicle allowance or company vehicle program
- Paid time off and holidays
- Professional development and career advancement opportunities
- Long-term project pipeline and strong organizational stability
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