Project Manager - Commercial Electrical
TLDR
Lead large commercial electrical projects from preconstruction to completion, ensuring timely performance and profitability through hands-on management and team collaboration.
We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead commercial electrical construction projects within a self-perform electrical contractor environment. This is a hands-on, execution-focused role managing projects from preconstruction through closeout.
You will work closely with field teams, general contractors, and internal departments to deliver large, complex healthcare and institutional projects on time and within budget. This role offers strong internal support from estimating, BIM, and leadership teams, while still requiring ownership of project performance and profitability.
Responsibilities
- Lead commercial electrical projects from preconstruction through completion
- Manage field execution, coordinating electricians, foremen, subcontractors, and internal teams
- Work directly with general contractors, inspectors, and stakeholders to drive schedules and resolve issues
- Review and interpret electrical drawings, specs, and construction documents
- Oversee project schedules, RFIs, change orders, and cost tracking
- Collaborate with estimating and preconstruction teams on scope alignment and project setup
- Partner with BIM teams to ensure design intent translates into field execution
- Monitor project profitability, identify risks, and implement solutions
- Maintain accurate project documentation and reporting in internal systems
Requirements
- 5+ years of commercial electrical project management experience
- Background with an electrical contractor (not general contractor-only or residential)
- Experience managing projects in the $3M–$15M+ range preferred
- Strong understanding of full project lifecycle (scheduling, change orders, field coordination, GC interaction)
- Experience with healthcare, hospital, university, or institutional projects is a strong plus
- Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and specifications
- Experience with Bluebeam, AcuBid, or similar tools preferred
- Proven project ownership and execution experience (not just coordination roles)
Benefits
- Base Salary: $125,000 – $140,000 (based on experience)
- Potential for Bonus
- Health Insurance
- Retirement Plan Options
- Paid Time Off
- Additional Benefits Sponsored by the Company
Benefits
Health Insurance
Additional Benefits
Additional Benefits Sponsored by the Company
Paid Time Off
AlphaX builds AI-powered software designed to automate workforce operations, hiring systems, and revenue workflows specifically for small and mid-sized construction and service companies. Our platform leverages proprietary data pipelines and machine learning tools to eliminate manual tasks and enhance decision-making, enabling businesses to scale efficiently with fewer resources.
- Industry
- Professional Services