Project Manager Commercial Electric Construction

Trueline • Leesburg, VA

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About The Position

A well-established commercial electrical contractor in the DMV area with a strong presence in public school and healthcare projects, is seeking a Commercial Electrical Project Manager to join their team in VA. This is a hands-on leadership role supporting field teams while driving project financials, schedules, and client communication for complex commercial builds.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in commercial electrical construction project management
• Experience managing ground-up or renovation projects in public schools or similar institutional environments
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems and ability to interpret drawings and specifications
• Experience handling RFIs, change orders, submittals, and project billing
• Proficiency in project management software and Microsoft Office
• Ability to manage multiple projects while staying detail-oriented and organized
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with field and office teams

Nice To Haves

• Background as an electrician, Foreman, or field leader before moving into project management
• Experience with healthcare projects
• Experience with Sage Timberline or similar construction accounting software
• Familiarity with prefabrication processes
• Existing relationships within the DMV construction market

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple commercial electrical projects from handoff through closeout
• Lead project planning, budgeting, scheduling, and cost control
• Write and manage RFIs, change orders, and submittals
• Oversee billing, schedule of values, and monthly WIP reporting
• Partner with Superintendents and Foremen to monitor manpower, materials, and job progress
• Visit active job sites 1-2 times per week to support field leadership
• Review and negotiate major material purchases and subcontract agreements
• Track project financial performance and develop recovery plans when needed
• Support prefabrication planning and coordination
• Participate in project closeout, lessons learned, and internal feedback reviews
• Contribute to client relationship management and repeat business efforts

Benefits

• Competitive base salary depending on experience
• Performance-based bonus opportunities tied to project success and collections
• Company vehicle with take-home privileges after 90 days
• Gas card and EZ Pass
• Cell phone or phone allowance
• Flexible scheduling with autonomy in managing your day
• Casual business culture with no micromanagement
• Flex Friday program after one year with every other Friday remote
• Opportunity to join a stable, growing contractor with long-term leadership potential

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed