Senior Electrical Project Manager

Overview

Lead electrical design and project management for K-12 facilities in Orange/Riverside CA.

Key Responsibilities

• fire systems
• electrical design
• low voltage
• systems coordination
• dsa submittals
• site visits

Tasks

-Develop and oversee the implementation of fire life safety systems, including alarm and communication systems, in accordance with California Building Codes and NFPA standards. -Perform initial field and site observations in assessing existing conditions and periodic construction administration site visits and meetings providing summary reports. -Prepare detailed electrical engineering drawings, specifications and load calculations including familiarity with construction methods for review electrical/technology systems cost estimates. -Mentor junior engineers and designers by providing quality control reviews of documents, including instruction and any corrective measures. -Coordinate with architectural and other disciplines to ensure integration of systems and electrical requirements of other trades. -Prepare and manage DSA submittals, responses, and approvals; ensure all documentation complies with DSA requirements. -Lead electrical and technology project designs for K-12 and other public facility projects from preliminary design and master planning through construction and project close out. -Interface directly with internal team members, clients, school districts, other project consultants and regulatory agencies for project development, engineering plan and specifications approvals and maintain existing business relationships. -Design and coordinate low voltage systems including data/telecom, security, audio/visual, clock/bell/intercom, and access control systems.

Requirements

• 10 years
• low voltage
• autocad
• revit
• leed
• bachelor ee

What You Bring

-Minimum of 8–10 years of experience in electrical engineering design, with at least 5 years in K-12 public school projects. -Experience with low voltage and life safety systems design. -Excellent written and verbal communication skills. -Experience with LEED or CHPS documentation and sustainable design practices is a plus. -Strong organizational and project management abilities. -Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and electrical design software (e.g., SKM, ETAP, or equivalent). -Strong knowledge of applicable codes: California Electrical Code (CEC), Title 24, NFPA, and other related standards. -In-depth understanding of Division of the State Architect (DSA) processes, including design and documentation protocols. -Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and/or Project Management certification. -Local residency or familiarity with the Orange County and Riverside County regions.

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Benefits

-401(k) with company match -5 weeks of paid time off and company holidays -Wellness programs and employee assistance resources -Medical, dental, and vision insurance -Professional development support

About Salas O'Brien

-Firm has grown through strategic mergers and innovation in engineering and technical consulting. -Excels in designing built environments through MEP, structural, civil—and in energy via renewables, decarbonization, and resiliency. -Stacks process design and integration expertise to serve pharmaceutical, food & beverage, utilities, and industrial clients. -Offers advanced solutions including litigation support, digital twins, envelope testing, and automation controls. -Work spans commercial, corporate, hospitality, healthcare, campuses, critical environments, and large infrastructure projects. -Impacted nearly a billion square feet of building space annually and prides itself on seamless delivery—one design, one team.

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