Traveling Construction Manager Electrical - Data Centers

Universal Electrical Service, Inc.•Souderton, PA

1d•$100,000 - $150,000

About The Position

Universal Electrical Service, Inc. (UES), a commercial and industrial electrical contractor serving customers across 20 states, is seeking an experienced, hands-on electrical construction leader for data center and other project locations. The role coordinates traveling crews, manages project execution, and keeps field operations aligned with schedules, quality expectations, and safety standards. It requires regular travel to project sites as business needs require. The manager oversees large-scale electrical construction projects from planning through completion; coordinates schedules, design, materials, equipment, logistics, and workforce needs; and supports estimates, inspections, permits, reporting, and post-project reviews. The position provides practical technical guidance and development support to Leads, Foremen, Journeymen, and Apprentices, while coordinating with customers, general contractors, vendors, labor contractors, and internal teams. The stated salary range is $100,000–$150,000, based on experience.

Requirements

Strong background in electrical construction, field operations, and project coordination.
Ability to review drawings and specifications and identify labor, material, equipment, and scheduling needs.
Experience coordinating manpower, vendors, contractors, inspections, and project logistics.
Ability to support and develop Leads, Foremen, Journeymen, and Apprentices.
Strong communication, organization, problem-solving, and reporting skills.
Commitment to safe work practices, quality, productivity, and accountability.
Willingness and ability to travel to data center and other project locations.

Responsibilities

Manage large-scale electrical construction projects from initial planning through completion.
Develop project schedules, milestones, and execution plans to keep projects on schedule.
Coordinate front-end design, material planning, equipment needs, and project logistics.
Schedule vendors, contractors, and equipment deliveries to meet project requirements.
Prepare job status reports, daily reports, and labor-hour trackers.
Schedule and participate in post-project reviews to evaluate results and align field operations with the office.
Travel to data center and other project sites to conduct walk-throughs, assess requirements, and coordinate execution.
Review drawings, specifications, and site conditions to determine labor, material, equipment, and scheduling needs.
Support preparation of electrical construction quotes and project estimates.
Coordinate inspections, inspector walk-throughs, permits, and other site requirements.
Conduct site inspection audits at other project locations as needed to maintain quality and consistency.
Coordinate manpower requirements and supplemental labor needs based on schedules and workload.
Provide technical guidance and support to Leads, Foremen, Journeymen, and Apprentices.
Support the development of Leads transitioning into larger leadership responsibilities and employees preparing for Foreman roles.
Build effective traveling crews and strengthen coordination with labor contractors to support schedules and staffing needs.
Promote consistent quality, productivity, safety, and accountability across field operations.
Represent UES in customer meetings involving project design, scheduling, and execution.
Coordinate with customers, general contractors, vendors, contractors, and internal teams to resolve issues and maintain progress.
Participate in staffing meetings and provide operational input on workforce planning and project needs.
Contribute to Operations Committee discussions and business development initiatives as needed.
Maintain communication among the office, field teams, and customers, including during travel, to align expectations, schedules, and results.