Job Title: Electrical Project Manager

Job Description

Our design-build electrical contractor seeks an Electrical Project Manager specialized in industrial and automotive construction projects, including both renovation and ground-up initiatives. The ideal candidate will oversee the electrical construction from project inception to close-out, ensuring all aspects remain on track, within budget, and on schedule. This role involves acting as a representative, handling communication, reporting, attending project update meetings, and resolving issues.

Responsibilities

• Lead Project Bidding & Proposals: Manage the full bid process including pre-bid meetings, RFIs, and assembling comprehensive proposals covering labor, materials, subcontractors, and other costs.
• Contract & Client Management: Oversee contract negotiations, finalize scopes, and serve as the primary point of contact for clients throughout the project lifecycle.
• Project Planning & Scheduling: Develop, monitor, and maintain project schedules, ensuring alignment with deadlines, milestones, and staffing needs in coordination with the Superintendent.
• Cost Control & Budget Oversight: Track and manage job costs, forecasts, and profitability; handle project budgets, hours, and expenses to ensure financial accuracy and performance.
• Execution & Team Coordination: Collaborate with Foremen, General Foremen, and internal teams to manage submittals, subcontracts, purchase orders, and overall project execution.
• Compliance & Communication: Ensure adherence to safety regulations (company, state, OSHA), manage stakeholder communication, and provide regular status updates and escalation as needed.

Essential Skills

• 4 or more years of experience in electrical project management and estimating.
• Experience with Commercial, Institutional, Automotive, and Heavy Industrial electrical projects.
• Capable of estimates in excess of $1 million.
• Proficiency in electrical wiring, installation, and circuit construction project management.
• Experience with low voltage and blueprint reading.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with estimating software, preferably Accu-Bid.
• Degree in Electrical Engineering.

Work Environment

The work environment includes a start time of 6/7am with 50-55 hours per week. You will report to the Operations Manager and work alongside a team of 125 employees, including 70 Electricians and Field Techs, 12 General Foremen, 6 Project Managers, and 3-4 Estimators. You will have your own desk, phone, and laptop in a team environment that fosters a strong family feel.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $58.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Sterling Heights,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 25, 2025.

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