Construction Project Manager (Low Voltage)

Design Hire LLC; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Design Hire LLC in Santa Clara, CA seeks a Construction Project Manager to oversee low voltage scope on large-scale commercial and industrial projects, from preconstruction through closeout. You will manage schedules, budgets, documentation, subcontractors, and delivery with cross-functional teams.

The role emphasizes strong communication, reading drawings, BIM coordination, and scheduling proficiency. Primavera P6 or MS Project experience is preferred, with a focus on safety and quality.

Qualifications

• Experience managing low voltage, electrical, MEP, or building technology construction projects.
• Background supporting large-scale commercial or industrial construction.
• Strong understanding of fire alarm, security, telecom, BMS, structured cabling, or related systems.
• Experience with preconstruction, estimating support, scheduling, budgeting, and project controls.
• BIM coordination experience preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret construction documents, low voltage drawings, and technical requirements.
• Proficiency with Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project preferred.
• Strong communication, organization, ownership, problem-solving, and follow-through skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage low voltage construction projects involving fire alarm, security, telecom, BMS, and related building systems.
• Lead preconstruction planning, scope review, budgeting, scheduling, and project setup activities.
• Coordinate with MEP teams, subcontractors, field leadership, vendors, and project stakeholders to keep work aligned.
• Review construction documents, low voltage drawings, BIM coordination items, RFIs, submittals, and change-related documentation.
• Track project progress, schedule risks, costs, manpower needs, materials, and closeout requirements.

Skills

Low voltage construction

Large-scale commercial/industrial

Fire alarm

Security systems

Telecom

BMS

Structured cabling

Preconstruction

Estimating

Scheduling

Budgeting

Project controls

BIM coordination

Reading drawings

BIM coordination experience

Communication

Organization

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Job description

Construction Project Manager (Low Voltage)

Santa Clara, United States

We’re seeking a Construction Project Manager to oversee low voltage scope across large-scale commercial and industrial projects. This role is a strong fit for someone who can manage schedules, budgets, documentation, subcontractor coordination, and project delivery from preconstruction through closeout.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage low voltage construction projects involving fire alarm, security, telecom, BMS, and related building systems.
  
• Lead preconstruction planning, scope review, budgeting, scheduling, and project setup activities.
  
• Coordinate with MEP teams, subcontractors, field leadership, vendors, and project stakeholders to keep work aligned.
  
• Review construction documents, low voltage drawings, BIM coordination items, RFIs, submittals, and change-related documentation.
  
• Track project progress, schedule risks, costs, manpower needs, materials, and closeout requirements.
  

Qualifications

• Experience managing low voltage, electrical, MEP, or building technology construction projects.
  
• Background supporting large-scale commercial or industrial construction required.
  
• Strong understanding of fire alarm, security, telecom, BMS, structured cabling, or related systems.
  
• Experience with preconstruction, estimating support, scheduling, budgeting, and project controls.
  
• Proficiency with Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project preferred.
  
• Ability to read and interpret construction documents, low voltage drawings, and technical project requirements.
  
• BIM coordination experience preferred.
  
• Strong communication, organization, ownership, problem-solving, and follow-through skills.
  

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