Sr. Project Manager - Electrical

LHH Recruitment Solutions

New York, NY

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$125,000–$175,000 Per Year

SKILLS

Billing, Budget Management, Budgeting, Cash Flow, Cash Management, Change Requests/Orders, Commercial Construction, Communication Skills, Construction, Construction Industry Software, Construction Management, Construction Projects, Contract Management, Contract Requirements, Cost Control, Cost Forecasting, Customer Relations, Documentation, Electrical Engineering, Electrical Power Distribution, Electricity, Financial Management, Financial Reporting, Fire Alarm, HVAC, Healthcare, Industry/Trade Analysis, Leadership, Low Voltage (LV), Maintain Compliance, Mentoring, Microsoft Project, Negotiation Skills, OSHA, Operational Strategy, Organizational Skills, Performance Analysis, Plan Meetings, Pricing, Primavera, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Procurement Planning, Profit & Loss, Project Close-Out, Project Development, Project Engineering, Project Execution, Project Planning, Project Schedule, Project Tracking, Project/Program Coordination, Project/Program Management, Purchasing/Procurement, Quality Metrics, Resource Management, Resource Utilization, Risk Management, Schedule Development, Strategic Planning, Switchgear, Systems Administration/Management, Team Player, Technical Writing

LOCATION

New York, NY

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Senior Project Manager - Electrical Construction

Location: Queens, NY
Salary: $125,000 - $175,000 (commensurate with experience)
About the Opportunity

LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a large commercial mechanical and HVAC contractor based in Queens, NY, to identify an experienced Senior Project Manager - Electrical Construction. This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established organization with a strong reputation for delivering complex commercial, industrial, institutional, and specialty construction projects throughout the New York metropolitan area.

The organization offers a collaborative environment, a robust project pipeline, and the opportunity to lead high-profile electrical construction initiatives across a diverse portfolio of projects.
Position Overview

The Senior Project Manager will oversee the full lifecycle of major electrical construction projects-from preconstruction planning and budgeting through execution, financial management, and project closeout.

The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience managing large-scale commercial electrical projects, strong leadership capabilities, and the ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders while maintaining project schedules, budgets, and quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
Project Management & Execution

Lead all phases of commercial electrical construction projects from inception through completion.
Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, procurement plans, and resource allocation.
Oversee installation of electrical systems including power distribution, switchgear, lighting, fire alarm, emergency power, and low-voltage systems.
Coordinate field operations, subcontractors, vendors, and project teams to ensure successful project delivery.
Monitor project performance and proactively resolve issues impacting scope, schedule, or budget.
Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, and project documentation.

Financial & Contract Management

Develop and maintain project budgets, forecasting, and cost tracking.
Ensure compliance with contract requirements and project specifications.
Review and negotiate subcontractor proposals and supplier pricing.
Support project billing, cash flow management, and financial reporting.
Track project profitability and identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements.

Leadership & Client Relations

Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, consultants, architects, engineers, and general contractors.
Lead project coordination meetings and maintain clear communication across all project stakeholders.
Partner with estimating and preconstruction teams during project handoff and planning phases.
Mentor and develop Project Engineers and Assistant Project Managers.
Foster a collaborative and solutions-oriented project culture.

Strategic Planning & Risk Management

Drive project scheduling strategies, risk mitigation plans, and value-engineering initiatives.
Manage labor planning and resource utilization, including work performed in union environments.
Stay informed on industry trends, material procurement challenges, and evolving project delivery methodologies.
Identify and implement process improvements that enhance project execution and operational efficiency.

Qualifications
Required

8+ years of Project Management experience within electrical construction.
Proven success managing large commercial, healthcare, educational, institutional, industrial, or infrastructure projects.
Strong knowledge of electrical systems including power distribution, switchgear, lighting, emergency power, and low-voltage systems.
Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
Experience utilizing construction management software such as Procore, Bluebeam, MS Project, Primavera, or similar platforms.
Strong financial management skills, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost control.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and client-facing abilities.

Preferred

Experience working in union construction environments, including Local 3.
Electrical Engineering degree or related technical background.
Experience with design-build and design-assist project delivery methods.
OSHA certifications or other construction-related credentials are a plus.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive base salary: $125,000 - $175,000
Comprehensive medical benefits
Opportunity to lead high-profile NYC-area projects
Collaborative and experienced leadership team
Strong backlog of work and long-term career stability
Professional growth and advancement opportunities

LHH Recruitment Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

Pay Details: $150,000.00 to $175,000.00 per year

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Sr. Project Manager - Electrical

LHH Recruitment Solutions

New York, NY

About the Company

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