Electrical Project Leader | Dallas | 50% Travel | $100k+

Wachter, Inc.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance

Paid Vacation & Holidays

Company 401(k) and IRA match

Job summary

Wachter, Inc. in the Dallas area is seeking an Industrial Electrical Project Manager to lead field operations and act as the face of Wachter with clients. The role emphasizes delivering high quality projects on time and safely.

Candidates should have 2+ years of project management experience, strong communication skills, and familiarity with electrical construction concepts. Travel up to 50% to client sites and training sessions is required.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of project management experience handling crew management, quotes, and procurement.
• Excellent verbal and written communication for client relations.
• Proficiency with MS Office; comfortable with engineered drawings, bid specs, and take-offs.
• College degree preferred, though relevant field experience is valued.
• Willingness to travel up to 50% to visit job sites and meet clients.

Responsibilities

• Lead full project life cycle from initiation to closeout in collaboration with site superintendents and stakeholders.
• Oversee daily operations including talent acquisition, resource allocation, payroll approval, and delegation.
• Manage project billing, bids, proposals, and provide weekly/monthly financial forecasts.
• Coordinate material and equipment procurement; perform quality and safety audits per OSHA standards.
• Act as the face of Wachter with clients, maintaining professionalism and building rapport.
• Source and evaluate new bid opportunities and provide accurate estimations to grow the project pipeline.

Skills

Project leadership

Communication

Detail orientation

Travel readiness

Technical literacy

Education

College degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Engineering drawings

Bid specs

Job description

Wachter, Inc. in the Dallas area is seeking an Industrial Electrical Project Manager to lead field operations and act as the face of Wachter with clients. The role emphasizes delivering high quality projects on time and safely.

Candidates should have 2+ years of project management experience, strong communication skills, and familiarity with electrical construction concepts. Travel up to 50% to client sites and training sessions is required.