Project Manager - Commercial Electrical Construction

AlphaHire

  • Detroit, Michigan
  • 2 days ago

    Highlights

    Description We’re seeking an experienced Commercial Electrical Project Manager to lead complex electrical construction projects from planning through final turnover. The ideal candidate has experience with a self-performing commercial electrical contractor and can manage project finances, schedules, field teams, and client relationships.

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    LocationDetroit, Michigan

    Description

    Description

    We’re seeking an experienced Commercial Electrical Project Manager to lead complex electrical construction projects from planning through final turnover. The ideal candidate has experience with a self-performing commercial electrical contractor and can manage project finances, schedules, field teams, and client relationships.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Oversee electrical construction projects from budgeting and planning through installation, commissioning, and final turnover.
    • Develop project schedules, procurement plans, staffing requirements, and cost forecasts to ensure timely and profitable delivery.
    • Coordinate superintendents, foremen, electricians, vendors, subcontractors, and general contractors.
    • Review contracts, electrical drawings, and technical specifications to confirm project requirements and identify conflicts.
    • Manage change orders, RFIs, submittals, material procurement, billing, and project documentation.
    • Monitor job costs, labor productivity, cash flow, and budget variances, implementing corrective actions as needed.
    • Collaborate with estimating, preconstruction, BIM/VDC, and field teams to align design, pricing, and construction activities.
    • Resolve design conflicts, installation challenges, material delays, and scheduling issues before they affect project delivery.
    • Lead project meetings and maintain communication with clients, architects, engineers, and other stakeholders.
    • Ensure compliance with contractual requirements, workmanship standards, and jobsite safety procedures.
    Requirements
    • 5+ years of project management experience with a commercial electrical contractor.
    • Required: Previous experience with a self-performing commercial electrical contractor.
    • Proven ability to manage commercial electrical projects from initial planning through completion.
    • Strong knowledge of electrical installations, construction sequencing, field supervision, and commercial building systems.
    • Experience managing budgets, schedules, procurement, workforce allocation, cost forecasting, billing, and change orders.
    • 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 skills.
    • Experience with healthcare, higher education, manufacturing, industrial facilities, or other complex commercial projects 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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