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Project Manager - Commercial Electrical Construction

AlphaX · Detroit · United States

Full timeProject Manager

Posted: 10/20/2026 · Last checked: 10/21/2026

Job description

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We’re hiring a Commercial Electrical Project Manager to lead complex electrical construction projects, taking ownership of project planning, financial performance, field execution, and final delivery. The ideal candidate has a strong background with a self-performing commercial electrical contractor and can manage projects while coordinating directly with field teams and construction partners.

Key Responsibilities

  • Direct electrical construction projects through budgeting, planning, installation, commissioning, and final turnover.
  • Establish project schedules, purchasing plans, staffing requirements, and cost projections to keep work on track and profitable.
  • Lead coordination among superintendents, foremen, electricians, vendors, subcontractors, and general contractors.
  • Review contracts, electrical plans, and technical specifications to confirm project requirements and identify potential conflicts.
  • Manage change orders, RFIs, submittals, material orders, billing, and project documentation.
  • Track job costs, labor performance, cash flow, and budget variances, implementing corrective measures when needed.
  • Partner with estimating, preconstruction, BIM/VDC, and field teams to align design, pricing, and construction activities.
  • Work through design clashes, installation challenges, material delays, and scheduling conflicts before they affect project delivery.
  • Conduct project meetings and maintain regular communication with clients, architects, engineers, and other stakeholders.
  • Enforce contractual obligations, workmanship standards, and jobsite safety requirements throughout construction.

Requirements

  • 5+ years of project management experience with a commercial electrical contractor.
  • Required: Previous experience with a self-performing commercial electrical contractor.
  • Track record of managing commercial electrical projects from initial planning through completion.
  • Strong understanding of electrical installations, construction sequencing, field supervision, and commercial building systems.
  • Experience overseeing budgets, schedules, procurement, workforce allocation, cost forecasting, billing, and change management.
  • Ability to interpret electrical drawings, specifications, contracts, and construction schedules.
  • Experience coordinating preconstruction, estimating, BIM/VDC, and field operations.
  • Knowledge of electrical labor productivity, material costs, and project financial controls.
  • Proficiency with construction project management software and Microsoft Office.
  • Strong leadership, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving abilities.
  • Experience with healthcare, higher education, manufacturing, industrial facilities, or other complex commercial projects is highly preferred.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary based on experience
  • Performance-based bonus opportunities
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company contribution
  • Paid time off and company holidays
  • Steady pipeline of large-scale commercial electrical projects
  • Dedicated estimating and BIM/VDC resources
  • Opportunities for project ownership, leadership, and career growth
  • Collaborative team environment

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