Electrical Project Manager

Join a fast-growing electrical contractor where you’ll lead high-impact projects, grow your technical and leadership skills, and see your work power communities across Chicagoland.This Jobot Job is hosted by: Don SeawallAre you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Quick Apply" buttonand sending us your resume.Salary: $90,000 - $120,000 per yearA bit about us:Our client is a full-service electrical engineering and construction partner delivering design-build, preconstruction, BIM coordination, electrical construction, low-voltage systems, and ongoing service/maintenance across commercial, industrial, mixed-use, hospitality, and mission‑critical markets. (Company name intentionally omitted at the client’s request.)Why join us?As an Electrical Construction Project Manager, you’ll own projects from precon through closeout—driving safety, quality, budget, schedule, and client satisfaction. You’ll collaborate closely with field leadership, engineering, estimating, and technology systems teams to keep complex scopes coordinated and on track.What’s in it for you

• Competitive base compensation with performance bonus potential
• Vehicle allowance/company truck program (role‑dependent)
• Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match
• Generous PTO and paid parental leave
• Ongoing training, certifications, and clear paths to Sr. PM/Project Executive growth

Job DetailsCore responsibilities

• Lead end‑to‑end project delivery: kickoff, planning, buyout, install, commissioning, and closeout
• Build and manage detailed schedules, work plans, submittals, RFIs, change orders, and progress billings
• Partner with field teams to enforce safety standards and quality control; support site logistics and sequencing
• Own job cost management: budget creation, cost tracking, forecasting, and margin protection
• Coordinate design‑assist/design‑build workflows with in‑house engineering/BIM; resolve clashes and maintain as‑built documentation
• Develop strong relationships with owners, GCs, subs, and vendors; represent the project in meetings and site walks
• Coach APMs/PEs; contribute to process improvement and lessons learned

Qualifications

• 5+ years of project management experience with an electrical contractor (commercial/industrial/mission‑critical preferred)
• Proven success managing multi‑trade scopes, schedules, and budgets on fast‑paced jobs
• Working knowledge of NEC, local code, and safety standards (OSHA 30 a plus)
• Proficiency with project tools (e.g., Procore, Bluebeam, MS Project/Primavera, BIM coordination platforms)
• Strong communication, client‑facing presence, and problem‑solving instincts
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or equivalent field experience (preferred)

Nice to have

• Design‑build/design‑assist experience with in‑house engineering teams
• Low‑voltage/technology systems exposure (fire alarm, data, security, automation)
• Experience on occupied/mission‑critical sites with zero‑downtime constraints

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