Project Manager - Commercial Electrical Construction

AlphaX•Detroit, MI

14h•$135,000 - $165,000

About The Position

The Project Manager leads commercial electrical construction projects from initial planning and budgeting through installation, commissioning, and final turnover. The role independently manages project budgets, schedules, field operations, and client relationships, coordinating field teams and project stakeholders while maintaining quality, safety, and profitability. Candidates must have direct project management experience with a self-performing commercial electrical contractor; experience limited to electrical design, consulting, coordination, or subcontractor administration does not meet the core requirements.

Requirements

At least 5 years of project management experience with a commercial electrical contractor.
Previous experience working for a self-performing commercial electrical contractor is required.
Demonstrated ability to manage commercial electrical projects from initial planning through completion.
Strong understanding of electrical installations, construction sequencing, field supervision, and commercial building systems.
Experience managing project budgets, schedules, procurement, workforce allocation, cost forecasting, billing, and change orders.
Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, technical 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 skills.
Direct project management experience with a self-performing commercial electrical contractor; design, consulting, coordination, or subcontractor administration experience alone does not meet the core requirements.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Manage commercial electrical construction projects from budgeting and initial planning through installation, commissioning, and final turnover.
Develop and maintain project schedules, procurement plans, staffing requirements, and cost forecasts to support timely and profitable delivery.
Coordinate superintendents, foremen, electricians, vendors, subcontractors, and general contractors throughout project execution.
Review contracts, electrical drawings, and technical specifications to verify project requirements and identify design conflicts.
Manage change orders, RFIs, submittals, material procurement, billing, and project documentation.
Monitor job costs, labor productivity, cash flow, and budget variances, implementing corrective actions when necessary.
Collaborate with estimating, preconstruction, BIM/VDC, and field teams to align design, pricing, and construction activities.
Resolve design conflicts, installation challenges, material delays, and scheduling issues to minimize project disruptions.
Lead project meetings and maintain clear communication with clients, architects, engineers, and other stakeholders.
Ensure compliance with contractual obligations, workmanship standards, and jobsite safety requirements.