| Location | Jackson, Mississippi |
Upchurch is a rapidly growing, full-service building engineering company providing mechanical, plumbing, HVAC, and electrical services across the southeastern United States. Founded in 1970 and headquartered in Horn Lake, MS, Upchurch has grown through both organic expansion and strategic acquisitions, establishing a strong reputation for quality, reliability, and service excellence. We offer end-to-end solutions—from design and installation to ongoing maintenance and emergency support—helping clients maximize building performance, energy efficiency, and equipment lifespan.
An Electrical Project Manager is responsible for the overall execution, financial performance, client management, and operational success of electrical construction projects. This role oversees projects from preconstruction through closeout while ensuring work is completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with contract requirements.
Typical projects include:
Commercial buildings
Industrial facilities
Manufacturing plants
Healthcare
Data centers
Mission critical facilities
Service and retrofit projects
Project Financial Management
The PM owns the financial performance of the project.
Responsibilities include:
Managing project budgets
Forecasting costs and revenue
Tracking labor productivity
Managing billing and cash flow
Reviewing Estimated Cost to Complete (ECC)
Managing:
Change orders
Contingency
Buyout savings
Risk exposure
Improving gross margin performance
Typical KPI ownership:
Gross Margin %
Labor productivity
Cost variance
Change order capture
Billing status
AR collections support
Project Execution
The PM ensures projects are delivered:
Safely
On schedule
Within budget
Per contract requirements
Responsibilities:
Develop execution plans
Coordinate manpower needs
Manage procurement schedules
Track long-lead equipment
Coordinate shutdowns/phasing
Drive schedule recovery plans
Lead project meetings
Client & GC Management
The PM is typically the primary operational contact for:
Owners
General Contractors
Engineers
Vendors
Responsibilities:
Maintain customer relationships
Manage expectations
Handle escalations professionally
Negotiate changes and disputes
Ensure communication alignment
Contract & Risk Management
PMs must understand contract exposure and project risk.
Responsibilities:
Review contract documents
Identify scope gaps
Manage:
RFIs
Notices
Delay documentation
Backcharges
Claims support
Protect the company contractually
Field Leadership Support
The PM works closely with:
Superintendents
Foremen
Operations leadership
Responsibilities:
Support field execution
Resolve manpower/material issues
Monitor labor efficiency
Ensure accountability
Remove roadblocks for field teams
Procurement & Material Management
Responsibilities:
Release equipment and materials
Manage vendor relationships
Track deliveries
Prevent schedule impacts
Coordinate storage/logistics
Review submittals and approvals
Documentation & Administrative Oversight
PMs oversee:
RFIs
Submittals
Meeting minutes
Schedule updates
Closeout packages
As-builts
O&M manuals
Warranty turnover
Safety & Quality
Responsibilities:
Reinforce safety culture
Support safety audits
Ensure corrective actions occur
Drive quality standards
Reduce rework
Typical Software Used
Procore
BuildOps
Bluebeam Revu
Microsoft Project
Autodesk BIM 360
Excel/ERP/accounting systems
Benefits:
Competitive salary based on experience.
Health, dental, and vision insurance.
Paid time off and holiday pay.
Opportunities for professional development and certification assistance.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
Upchurch Companies provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.