Electrical Construction Project Lead

Ferguson Electric; New York (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Ferguson Electric is seeking a Project Manager – Construction Division to lead complex electrical projects in the Western New York region. You will own project lifecycles, manage budgets and schedules, and coordinate with multiple Ferguson divisions to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery while adhering to all codes and standards.

The role requires strong relationship-building, field coordination, and a track record of profitable project execution in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Project Manager on hard bid and design build large projects.
• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field (construction or project management, engineering, etc.) preferred
• Five years in the commercial electrical trade preferably running projects as a foreman.
• Field experience coordinating with construction management.
• Extensive knowledge of project scheduling, bids, take offs, change orders, and contracts.
• Demonstrated ability to develop relationships and assist in winning projects
• Demonstrated ability to run a profitable portfolio.
• Exceptional initiative, execution and communication skills, both oral and written.
• Exceptional analytical, motivational, and leadership skills.
• Journeyman or Master Electrician's license a plus.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced work environment with tight deadlines

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with customers and introduce complete portfolio of Ferguson services where appropriate.
• Collaborate across all Ferguson divisions when working with new and existing customers to ensure exceptional project delivery.
• Adhere to IBEW rules and regulations and all customer, Local, State and Federal codes and standards.
• Manage and oversee construction project lifecycle to include: Contract, Finance, and budget.
• Create and drive a construction schedule that aligns with the owner/construction manager’s schedule.
• Create and manage all subcontracts where labor is required to be performed.
• Manage the RFI Process and ensure timely project closeout documents.
• Procure materials with just-in-time delivery; resolve delivery issues and site logistics challenges with safety and efficiency in mind.

Skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in related field

Job description

Ferguson Electric is seeking a Project Manager – Construction Division to lead complex electrical projects in the Western New York region. You will own project lifecycles, manage budgets and schedules, and coordinate with multiple Ferguson divisions to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery while adhering to all codes and standards.

The role requires strong relationship-building, field coordination, and a track record of profitable project execution in a fast-paced environment.