Project Manager - Commercial Electrical Construction

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead commercial electrical construction projects within a self-perform electrical contractor environment. Projects include healthcare, hospital, university, and institutional construction work.

This is a hands-on leadership role with full ownership of project execution from preconstruction through final closeout. The ideal candidate has a strong electrical contractor background, understands the complexity of large commercial projects, and can independently manage field operations, schedules, project financials, and client relationships.

You will work closely with estimating, BIM/VDC, field leadership, and executive teams while maintaining direct accountability for project coordination, profitability, execution, and client satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial electrical construction projects from preconstruction planning through final completion
• Manage field execution by coordinating electricians, foremen, subcontractors, vendors, and internal project teams
• Serve as the primary point of contact for general contractors, clients, inspectors, and project stakeholders
• Review and interpret electrical drawings, specifications, schedules, and construction contract documents
• Oversee RFIs, submittals, change orders, procurement, scheduling, and cost tracking throughout the project lifecycle
• Collaborate with estimating and preconstruction teams to ensure smooth project turnover and scope alignment
• Partner with BIM/VDC teams to support accurate coordination and field execution
• Monitor project profitability, identify risks early, and implement proactive solutions
• Maintain organized project documentation and provide consistent reporting updates to senior leadership
• Drive successful project delivery while maintaining safety, quality, schedule, and client satisfaction standards

Requirements

• 5+ years of commercial electrical project management experience required
• Experience working for an electrical contractor is required
• Commercial electrical experience required — GC-only or residential-only backgrounds will not be considered
• Experience managing projects in the $3M–$15M+ range preferred
• Strong understanding of scheduling, cost control, field coordination, and change order management
• Healthcare, hospital, university, or institutional project experience strongly preferred
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, specifications, and construction documents
• Experience with Bluebeam, Accubid, Procore, or similar construction management software preferred
• Proven ability to independently manage projects from start to finish with minimal oversight
• Strong leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills

Benefits

• $125,000–$140,000 base salary plus bonus potential
• Health insurance and benefits package
• Retirement plan options
• Paid time off
• Strong pipeline of large-scale commercial electrical projects
• Collaborative environment with dedicated estimating and BIM/VDC support

If you’re an experienced electrical construction professional looking for an opportunity to lead complex commercial projects within a stable and growth-oriented contractor environment, we’d love to hear from you.