Project Manager (30103)

CEC COMPANIES•Irving, TX

About The Position

CEC is an innovative specialty services trade provider that is committed to its employees and their career growth. With the rapid expansion of our company, we need passionate and motivated individuals to join our team. Position Summary The Project Manager is responsible for overseeing all phases of assigned construction projects from preconstruction through completion, ensuring performance meets financial, quality, safety, and schedule objectives. This position operates with minimal supervision and exercises significant independent judgment in managing project teams, budgets, client relationships, and subcontractor coordination. The Project Manager plays a critical role in strategic project planning, execution, and overall business development.

Requirements

Strong leadership, organizational, and critical-thinking skills.
Proven ability to manage multimillion-dollar construction projects with limited oversight.
Exceptional negotiation, communication, and client relationship management abilities.
In-depth knowledge of construction contracts, scheduling, budgeting, procurement, and change management.
Proficiency in construction software tools including Bluebeam, Accubid, Microsoft Office Suite, and scheduling programs.
Ability to analyze technical drawings and specifications to inform decisions.
Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety and quality assurance.
Strong time management skills and ability to prioritize across multiple concurrent projects.
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required.
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Electrical Engineering, or a related field preferred.
Minimum 5 years of experience managing commercial or industrial electrical construction projects.
Experience with project financial controls, estimating, and field coordination required.

Responsibilities

Assumes full ownership of project execution including schedule, budget, scope, and client satisfaction.
Leads project financial management including cost tracking, labor forecasting, billing, change order pricing, cash flow analysis, and profitability reporting.
Directs the planning and coordination of all construction activities in accordance with contract documents and internal standards.
Exercises discretion and independent judgment in resolving complex project-related issues, conflicts, and unforeseen conditions.
Manages contract administration including compliance, amendments, insurance, bonding, and payment terms.
Develops and leads project-specific work plans, schedules, procurement strategies, manpower forecasts, and safety plans.
Acts as the principal liaison between clients, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and internal teams to ensure alignment and issue resolution.
Oversees project documentation and ensures records comply with internal controls and contractual requirements.
Reviews and negotiates subcontractor proposals, scopes of work, and award recommendations.
Leads or participates in business development, preconstruction estimating, and proposal development.
Provides direction, coaching, and performance feedback to Assistant Project Managers, Superintendents, and support staff.
Conducts regular jobsite visits to verify progress, ensure quality, and maintain stakeholder communication.
Ensures all safety, quality, and risk management protocols are consistently implemented.
Facilitates project closeout including punch list resolution, turnover documentation, and client sign-off.
Performs other duties as assigned to support business operations and strategic goals.