Project Manager - Electrical Contracting

Tradesmen Electric•Battle Ground, WA

7d•$100,000 - $200,000•Onsite

About The Position

Tradesmen Electric is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee electrical projects from initiation through completion, ensuring they meet project specifications, schedules, and budgets. The Project Manager is the primary point of contact for clients, subcontractors, foremen, and internal teams, supporting communication and collaboration throughout the project lifecycle. The role focuses on keeping projects on schedule and giving foremen the information, materials, direction, and resources needed to maintain project momentum and morale. It also includes mentoring and guiding assistant project managers. The position coordinates project hand-offs, procurement, kick-offs, and ongoing project work with estimating, purchasing, design, general contractors, and other teams. Candidates must be willing to relocate for an on-site position in the Hillsboro/Portland, Oregon, or Battle Ground, Washington area, and be available to travel to site visits or meetings when required. This is a safety-sensitive position requiring successful drug, background, and driving checks.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, construction management, business, or a related field (required).
Proven experience as a Project Manager in the construction industry overseeing medium- to large-scale projects.
Solid understanding of construction flow, project management tools, and best practices.
Strong organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to prioritize.
Strong leadership abilities and a track record of successfully managing cross-functional teams.
Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to anticipate and resolve project-related challenges.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to convey complex technical information to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Proficiency in project management software and tools.
Willingness to relocate for an on-site position in the Hillsboro/Portland, Oregon, or Battle Ground, Washington area.
Availability to travel to site visits, client meetings, or team meetings if required.
Must be able to pass a drug test, background check, and driving check.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the Estimating team to ensure a smooth project transition.
Review project specifications, drawings, and estimates to ensure accurate project scoping.
Manage the submittal process and its accuracy.
Coordinate with design to submit preconstruction shop drawings.
Source and manage subcontractors.
Coordinate with the General Contractor to understand project objectives, deliverables, and expectations.
Develop project plans, schedules, and budgets aligned with General Contractor requirements and company policies.
Collaborate with the Purchasing team to ensure timely procurement of materials and equipment.
Coordinate lead times and procurement logs with the General Contracting team.
Review General Contractor schedules for project kick-off.
Ensure materials, training, resources, equipment, tools, and information are in place to start projects on time and efficiently.
Collaborate with the estimating team to prepare change orders and update project cost tracking.
Maintain the Schedule of Values.
Manage project budgets, approve invoices, and ensure cost control measures are in place.
Monitor project milestones and proactively identify and resolve delays or obstacles.
Conduct regular project meetings to communicate progress, check morale, identify potential issues, and provide solutions.
Conduct daily projections and input data.
Coordinate with senior staff when additional resources are needed.
Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, subcontractors, foremen, and internal teams.
Mentor and guide assistant project managers to support their professional development.