Electrical PMIT

Wachter•Fayetteville, NC

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

Wachter is seeking a results-oriented Industrial Electrical PMIT (project manager in training) in the NWA/Lowell Arkansas area to lead field operations. In this role, you will be the "face of Wachter" for clients, ensuring projects are delivered with quality, professionalism, and safety. Wachter is a family-owned company since 1930, serving commercial and industrial clients with the right technologies to keep them successful. They design, install, and maintain technologies that keep businesses operating efficiently, providing electrical, data, security, communications, and automation services.

Requirements

At least 2 years of project management experience, specifically handling crew management, project quoting, and material procurement.
Proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office (especially spreadsheets and email).
Comfortable working with engineered drawings, bid specs, and construction take-offs.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Sharp eye for detail and the ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to travel up to 50% to visit job sites and meet with clients.

Nice To Haves

A background in the electrical field is a major plus—specifically regarding NEC Code, conduit installation, terminations, industrial controls, or medium voltage.
Experience in Construction, Technology, or Telecommunications is highly helpful.
A college degree is preferred, though relevant field experience is valued.

Responsibilities

Manage the full project life cycle—initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closeout—while collaborating closely with site superintendents and internal stakeholders.
Oversee daily operations, including talent acquisition (interviewing/hiring), resource allocation, payroll approval, and team delegation.
Manage project billing, create bid sheets and contractual proposals, and provide weekly/monthly financial forecasting and revenue projections.
Coordinate all material and equipment procurement.
Conduct rigorous quality and safety audits to ensure compliance with company and OSHA standards.
Act as the "face of the company" by maintaining high standards of professionalism.
Travel to client sites for surveys and technical training while building rapport with customers, engineers, and sales teams.
Source and evaluate new bid opportunities, providing accurate estimations to grow our project pipeline.