Project Manager - Commercial Electrical Construction

AlphaX•Detroit, MI

About The Position

We’re hiring a Commercial Electrical Project Manager to lead complex electrical construction projects, taking ownership of project planning, financial performance, field execution, and final delivery. The ideal candidate has a strong background with a self-performing commercial electrical contractor and can manage projects while coordinating directly with field teams and construction partners.

Requirements

5+ years of project management experience with a commercial electrical contractor.
Previous experience with a self-performing commercial electrical contractor.
Track record of managing commercial electrical projects from initial planning through completion.
Strong understanding of electrical installations, construction sequencing, field supervision, and commercial building systems.
Experience overseeing budgets, schedules, procurement, workforce allocation, cost forecasting, billing, and change management.
Ability to interpret electrical drawings, specifications, contracts, and construction schedules.
Experience coordinating preconstruction, estimating, BIM/VDC, and field operations.
Knowledge of electrical labor productivity, material costs, and project financial controls.
Proficiency with construction project management software and Microsoft Office.
Strong leadership, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving abilities.

Nice To Haves

Experience with healthcare, higher education, manufacturing, industrial facilities, or other complex commercial projects.

Responsibilities

Direct electrical construction projects through budgeting, planning, installation, commissioning, and final turnover.
Establish project schedules, purchasing plans, staffing requirements, and cost projections to keep work on track and profitable.
Lead coordination among superintendents, foremen, electricians, vendors, subcontractors, and general contractors.
Review contracts, electrical plans, and technical specifications to confirm project requirements and identify potential conflicts.
Manage change orders, RFIs, submittals, material orders, billing, and project documentation.
Track job costs, labor performance, cash flow, and budget variances, implementing corrective measures when needed.
Partner with estimating, preconstruction, BIM/VDC, and field teams to align design, pricing, and construction activities.
Work through design clashes, installation challenges, material delays, and scheduling conflicts before they affect project delivery.
Conduct project meetings and maintain regular communication with clients, architects, engineers, and other stakeholders.
Enforce contractual obligations, workmanship standards, and jobsite safety requirements throughout construction.