Electrical Project Manager, Industrial

Description

• Management of major portions of a large project or overall responsibility for smaller projects
• Oversee procurement and timely delivery of long-lead items and equipment (e.g., transformers, switchgear, panels)
• Ensure full compliance with OSHA, NFPA 70E, NEC, and all applicable local codes
• Conduct regular site walks and quality control inspections
• Foster ongoing relationships with existing clients, architects, engineers, consultants, and subcontractors to strengthen partnerships and ensure future collaboration.
• Mentoring and coaching Asst. PMs and PEs
• Serve as the main point of contact for clients, engineers, inspectors, and general contractors regarding electrical scope
• Support and participate in company-sponsored events and initiatives that promote team engagement and culture.
• Resolve field conflicts quickly and effectively to maintain momentum and reduce rework
• Build and maintain strong, professional relationships with internal colleagues and external stakeholders, including clients, contractors, design partners, and suppliers.
• Drive quality control efforts and final system commissioning and turnover procedures
• Lead project preconstruction efforts including estimating support, design reviews, value engineering, and electrical system planning
• Facilitate regular meetings and issue project updates, progress reports, and status logs
• Perform duties of a Project Engineer or Assistant Project Manager, as needed, to support project execution.
• Represent the company at business development events such as client functions, industry conferences, and design firm open houses.
• Approve invoices, change orders, and monitor cash flow against the schedule of values
• Actively contribute as a member of the Industrial Team by collaborating on shared goals, aligning efforts across departments, and supporting team priorities.
• Proactively seek and cultivate new relationships with potential clients and design firms to support business growth.
• Define scopes of work and assist in selecting, negotiating, and managing electrical subcontractors and vendors
• Manage project budgets and cost forecasting for labor, materials, equipment, and subcontracted work
• Partner with safety leadership to enforce jobsite safety plans and participate in audits or incident reviews
• Attend and engage in internal project management and cross-functional company meetings.
• Follow and reinforce standards of work, ensuring consistency and accountability.
• Provide daily oversight and coordination of all electrical installation activities on-site
• Assist with the development and implement electrical project management strategies.
• Coordinate and manage the development or improvements as it relates to risk management processes
• Continuing to develop skills to successfully manage projects
• Develop detailed project schedules and phasing plans aligned with overall construction milestones
• Participate in Lean events and actively support continuous improvement initiatives aligned with the McGough Way.
• Collaborate with field supervisors, foremen, and safety managers to ensure work is installed per plans and code
• Fostering and building relationships with owners, design partners, subcontractors and suppliers
• Management of relationship with external partners.
• Maintain accurate project documentation including RFIs, submittals, as-builts, and daily reports
• Participate in relevant training opportunities for personal and professional growth, including leadership development and human resources topics.

Requirements

• Deep technical knowledge of industrial power distribution systems, grounding, switchgear, lighting, controls, instrumentation, and automation
• Familiarity with design-build and EPC delivery methods
• Understanding scope changes and performing quantity take-offs, pricing, and tracking all project revisions
• Estimating and field experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft applications
• Ability to organize and prioritize responsibilities
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Must be willing to travel regularly and accept out of town assignments ranging from weeks to months or years at a time.
• 5+ years of related experience, including experience with self-perform capabilities
• 7+ years of experience in electrical project management, with a strong focus on industrial construction
• Strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems, commercial construction and applicable codes—such as power distribution, controls, instrumentation, and automation.
• Journeyman or Master Electrician license (preferred or required depending on state)
• Ability to take initiative and work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong problem-solving skills, documentation skills, research and resolution skills
• Demonstrated experience building strong partnerships and trust with external partners, including owners, owner’s representatives, design firms, and subcontractors
• Ability to function as an integral team member, working under time constraints and meeting deadlines in a changing environment
• Overall project success: Successful management of project financials, including fee retention and client satisfaction
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
• Scheduling experience
• OSHA 30 certification or ability to obtain required

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance