Electrical Project Director

Prism Electric; Garland (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Short- and Long-Term Disability

401K with Company Match

PTO

Paid Holidays

Referral Bonus Program

Educational opportunities available

Job summary

Prism Electric, Inc. in Garland, TX, is seeking a Project Director to lead project teams, review budgets, schedules, and subcontractor performance while aligning with Prism standards.

You will report to the EVP of Construction Management, run weekly group meetings, manage staffing, and ensure compliance with policies and safety requirements; this role blends leadership, financial oversight, and process governance to deliver large-scale electrical construction projects.

Qualifications

• Proven people management, process management, and performance management skills.
• Knowledge of financial software, accounting practices, change order pricing, and billings.
• Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong budget tracking, labor tracking, and scheduling skills.

Responsibilities

• Attend weekly group meetings to discuss current and potential projects.
• Manage project directors, project managers, engineers and office staffing.
• Organize project-specific weekly staff meetings and distribute meeting minutes.
• Review budgets, CTCs, subcontracts, and change orders to ensure standards are followed.
• Assist in the construction estimate process and ensure policy compliance.
• Oversee staffing, BIM collaboration, and schedule notifications related to delays.
• Evaluate project management staffing and approve PTO while guiding policy adherence.
• Support safety, QA/QC, and overall construction project management.

Skills

People management

Process management

Performance management

Financial software

Budget tracking

Scheduling

Time management

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Join a Team That Powers Progress Prism Electric, Inc. is one of the most successful open-shop electrical contractors in the region, proudly serving Texas and Oklahoma. Headquartered in Garland, Prism has built a reputation for excellence in every area of electrical construction from design-build projects to large-scale industrial, commercial, government, and institutional developments. Our success is powered by our people. With world-class technical experts, long-standing industry relationships, and a commitment to innovation, Prism Electric continues to deliver exceptional results and drive the future of electrical construction. When you join Prism, you’re not just building projects, you’re building a career with one of the industry’s most respected teams.

Responsibilities

• Project Directors will report directly to the Executive Vice President of Construction Management, attend a weekly group meeting to discuss your current projects, potential new projects and any areas of concern.
• Manage Project Director for the Project Managers, Project Engineers and office staffing within the umbrella of the group assigned in accordance with Prism standards and procedures. While maintaining duties and responsibilities for specifically assigned projects.
• Attend all Handoff and Review meetings for projects assigned to your group.
• Organize project specific weekly staff meetings with each project assigned within your specific group, ensure that meeting minutes are maintained and distributed accordingly.
• Work with E.V.P. Construction Management to maintain current policies, procedures, and standards.
• Review CTCs with the Project Managers to ensure that the CTC’s are completed correctly and in a timely manner. Attend all CTCs for projects assigned to your group.
• Review and assist in the Construction Estimate process to ensure they are developed per Prism Standards.
• Review subcontracts and work orders for new projects.
• Review Change orders to ensure Prism minimum standards are followed, both to the GC/Owner and from GC/Owner.
• Review all Major Purchases (bulk buys, blanket pricing, major equipment). Major Purchase orders, bulk buys, Unique Work Orders and Purchase Orders over

$ 100,000.00 will be forwarded to EVP of Construction Management for approval.

• Review all vendor or subcontractor exceptions to any of Prism’s Terms and Conditions, forward to E.V.P. of Construction Management for additional review and approval of changes.
• Review budget codes for new project set-up and change orders.
• Train or assist in training new or current Project Managers and Project Engineers on policies or procedures and implementation of new policies and procedures.
• Assess the Project Mangers methods, project staffing, workload, responsibilities to ensure a productive, efficient work environment and that the project staffing is in accordance with the projects estimated budgets.
• Review and ensure that proper guidelines and procedures are followed when working with the BIM Department.
• Ensure that proper notifications are being sent as related to schedule impacts, vendors or equipment delays.
• Perform all evaluations of Project Management Staffing assigned to your group, approve PTO, and assist Upper Management in project assignments.
• Perform duties in accordance with General Superintendent, QA/QC, and Safety Managers.
• The overall responsibility of the position is to guide, assist and verify that all of Prism’s Policies and Procedures as they pertain to the Management of Construction projects are met.

Requirements

• Proven people management, process management, and performance management skills.
• Knowledge of financial software, accounting practices, change order pricing, and billings.
• Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong budget tracking, labor tracking, and scheduling skills.
• Proficiency in information analyzation and budget setup.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Accident and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Basic and Voluntary Life Insurance
• 401K with Company Match
• Basic and Voluntary Life Insurance
• PTO
• Paid Holidays
• Referral Bonus Program
• Electrical Schooling paid for with other educational opportunities available

Our people are the heart of our mission. We live by our core values: Character First, Total Accountability, Performance Culture, and a Winning Attitude. These aren’t just words—they’re the foundation of how we work, grow, and succeed together. Whether you’re just starting out or bringing years of experience, Prism offers a place to thrive, contribute, and make a real impact. Come build something extraordinary with us.

Contact

Prism Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Prism Electric considers qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship, or any other legally protected class. Prism’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy applies to all aspects of employment.