Project Manager

E-J Electric Installation Co.•Alabama, NY

25d•$90,000 - $135,000•Onsite

About The Position

The E-J Group is active in all facets of electrical contracting, bringing experience, expertise, and a national reputation to projects that range in size up to more than $300 million. With over 4,000 employees across 31 offices, E-J delivers full-service electrical solutions for rail systems, transit facilities, office buildings, hospitals, power, renewable energy, clean energy, co-generation facilities, roadway and outdoor specialty work, airports, industrial facilities, data centers, chip plants, universities, sports stadiums, extra high voltage distribution, utility, and gas infrastructure. At E-J, three generations of family expertise have built an organization that combines practical knowledge with modern technological innovation, providing rapid and efficient solutions for today’s lighting, power, energy, and communication needs. E-J has over a 125-year reputation for integrity, quality, and exceptional service in the electrical field. We are seeking a skilled and experienced electrical Project Manager with a proven background in delivering data center and mission-critical projects to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience across the full project lifecycle, from upfront planning and pre-design through design coordination, construction, and commissioning, and the drive to build and maintain strong client relationships in a competitive market. This role requires deep familiarity with mission-critical facility construction, including generator systems, UPS infrastructure, medium- and low-voltage power distribution, and the fast-paced, high-stakes environment of hyperscale and co-location data center work. The successful candidate will manage multi-disciplinary project teams, coordinate with owners, engineers, and subcontractors, and serve as a key point of contact for clients throughout project delivery. Strong organizational skills and consistent follow-through are essential.

Requirements

Minimum of 7 years of related electrical project management experience, with at least 2 years on mission-critical or data center projects
Demonstrated ability to manage projects valued at $10M or greater
Ability to interact effectively with multi-disciplinary design teams, owners, subcontractors, and field personnel
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and project management software; E-J currently uses Procore, Emque, Riskcast, Toric, and more
Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, construction management, or a related field; equivalent work experience in electrical contracting considered
Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills with exceptional attention to detail in a fast-paced, concurrent-trade environment
Practical knowledge of electrical construction processes, power systems, and NEC code requirements
Strong business acumen in project planning, cost management, and client relations
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to present clearly to owners, executives, and field teams alike

Nice To Haves

Experience on hyperscale or co-location data center projects (e.g., Tier III/IV facilities)
Familiarity with DCIM systems, structured cabling coordination, and IT infrastructure interfaces
Experience managing commissioning and integrated systems testing (IST) processes
Knowledge of BICSI, Uptime Institute, or TIA-942 data center design standards
Experience advancing digital delivery and AI-supported workflows in construction or infrastructure projects

Responsibilities

Manage all phases of data center electrical projects from pre-construction planning through commissioning and closeout
Develop, maintain, and optimize project schedules, milestones, and deliverables to ensure on-time completion in a mission-critical environment
Establish and maintain strong client relationships; participate in marketing, contractual, design, and production meetings
Independently coordinate the work of project teams, balancing workload and resources throughout the full project lifecycle
Coordinate closely with owners, general contractors, MEP engineers, commissioning agents, and IT infrastructure teams
Participate in reviews with governing agencies for code compliance and permitting
Conduct work sessions for design development and contract document coordination in conjunction with field and engineering staff
Oversee procurement of switchgear, transformers, UPS systems, PDUs, generators, bus duct, and other critical power equipment with long lead times
Monitor project budgets, track costs against estimates, and coordinate workload adjustments to ensure completion within agreed schedule and financial parameters
Work with accounting and project controls staff on project reviews as needed
Attend and lead project meetings, including OAC meetings, coordination meetings, and internal look-ahead sessions
Liaise with field supervision and craft labor to ensure work is executed in accordance with design documents and project schedule
Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, and owner-requested scope changes in a timely and well-documented manner
Maintain complete and accurate project documentation, including daily logs, progress reports, and closeout packages
Identify and mitigate project risks proactively, particularly those related to schedule acceleration, phased energization, and concurrent construction
Support estimating efforts and business development pursuits for new data center opportunities
Ensure strict adherence to all safety regulations, site-specific safety plans, and NFPA 70E requirements on energized systems