Electrical Project Manager

Control Air Enterprises LLC - Northern Division

Anaheim (CA)

On-site

USD 125,000 - 175,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental benefits

ESOP retirement plan

Paid holidays/vacation/Sick time

Job summary

Control Air Enterprises LLC in Anaheim, CA is seeking an experienced Electrical Project Manager to lead electrical construction, tenant improvement, service, and low‑voltage projects across Southern California. The role focuses on estimating, selling, and managing projects while building strong client relationships.

You will collaborate with mechanical and plumbing teams, pursue bid opportunities, and oversee schedules, budgets, change orders, and profitability.

Qualifications

10+ years of electrical construction experience including estimating and project management.
4+ years field experience coordinating with construction management.
Strong knowledge of estimating, takeoffs, bidding, scheduling, and contract administration.
Experience managing commercial/industrial electrical projects; lighting a plus.
Excellent negotiation, communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
Strong organizational and cost-control abilities.
Proficiency with MS Office and ability to learn new software.
Prior electrical estimating experience required; Accubid or Conest IntelliBid preferred.
Knowledge of safety procedures and jobsite standards.
Proven ability to apply innovative management techniques; background check and drug screening.

Responsibilities

Estimate, develop, sell, and manage electrical construction, tenant improvement, service, and low-voltage projects.
Collaborate with mechanical and plumbing teams on bid opportunities and client relationships.
Review scope, evaluate alternatives, and recommend construction methods and value engineering.
Coordinate with project teams to support progress, safety, quality, and best practices.
Identify prefabrication opportunities and improve construction efficiencies.
Build strong client relationships for project delivery and future business.
Negotiate, prepare, and administer subcontracts; manage schedules, budgets, and change orders.
Ensure project documentation and controls meet contract requirements.
Manage profitability and cost controls; address project risks and corrective actions.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Communication

Project management

Cost-control

Estimating

Scheduling

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Tools

Accubid

Conest IntelliBid

MS Office

Job description

Control Air Enterprises LLC

Electrical Project Manager

5200 E. La Palma Ave.

Anaheim, CA 92807

Salary: 125,000.00 - 175,000.00 USD / YEAR

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Let’s be honest—life is too short to work a job you don't love. So, do something about it!

Join a team that is passionate about what we do and proud of the projects we deliver. We are a family of talented, hardworking people who are smart, collaborative, and genuinely enjoy working together. If you're looking for an opportunity to make an impact, build lasting relationships, and work on industry-defining projects, we'd love to hear from you.

For more than 42 years, we have been a leading full-service mechanical contracting firm specializing in Major Construction, Tenant Improvement, Industrial, Plumbing, Retrofit, Service, Controls, Energy Commissioning, and Detailing. Our experienced teams deliver Design-Build, Design-Assist, and Plan & Spec solutions for facilities across the medical, entertainment, laboratory, hotel, resort, office, government, education, civic, and commercial sectors.

Today, We Are Proud To Be

100% Employee-Owned (ESOP)
A team of more than 1,000 employee-owners
One of the largest mechanical fabricators in California
Headquartered in Anaheim, California, with additional offices in San Diego and Hayward
Supported by advanced manufacturing facilities in both Southern and Northern California

As we continue to grow, we are seeking an experienced Electrical Project Manager to lead and expand our electrical construction, tenant improvement, service, and low-voltage operations throughout the Southern California market.

Position Summary

The Electrical Project Manager will be responsible for estimating, selling, and managing electrical construction projects while developing strong client relationships and ensuring successful project execution. This individual will work closely with our established mechanical and plumbing teams to provide integrated solutions for clients and general contractors while achieving operational and financial success.

Key Responsibilities

Estimate, develop, sell, and manage electrical construction, tenant improvement, service, and low-voltage projects from preconstruction through closeout.
Partner with internal mechanical and plumbing project managers to pursue combined bid opportunities and leverage long-standing client and general contractor relationships.
Review project scope, evaluate alternatives, and recommend effective construction methods, materials, and value-engineering opportunities.
Collaborate with construction managers, superintendents, foremen, and project teams to support project progress, safety, quality, and best practices.
Coordinate with project superintendents to identify prefabrication opportunities and construction efficiencies before and during project execution.
Build and maintain strong client relationships that support successful project delivery and future business opportunities.
Negotiate, prepare, and administer subcontracts throughout the project lifecycle.
Manage project schedules, budgets, billings, collections, cost controls, change orders, and overall profitability.
Identify project risks, resolve coordination issues, and implement corrective actions when necessary.
Ensure project documentation and controls are maintained in accordance with contract requirements and company standards.
Support team initiatives and perform additional project management responsibilities as required.

Qualifications

10+ years of experience in electrical construction, including design, estimating, project management, and financial management.
4+ years of field experience coordinating with construction management teams.
Strong knowledge of estimating, takeoffs, bidding, scheduling, contract administration, change order management, and project documentation.
Experience managing commercial and industrial electrical construction projects; lighting project experience is a plus.
Excellent negotiation, communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
Strong organizational, documentation, problem-solving, scheduling, and cost-control abilities.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and the ability to learn new software platforms.
Prior electrical estimating experience is required; experience with Accubid or Conest IntelliBid is preferred.
Working knowledge of construction safety procedures and jobsite safety standards.
Proven ability to apply innovative management techniques that maximize team performance and project success.
Ability to pass a background check and drug screening.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

Ability to inspect all areas of active jobsites in varying weather conditions.
Regular walking, climbing, reaching, bending, crawling, standing, and stretching required.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.

Schedule

Full-time position
Typical schedule of 40 hours per week
Overtime, evening, and occasional night work may be required based on project needs

Why Join Us?

As an employee-owner, you'll have the opportunity to contribute directly to the success of the company while building a rewarding long-term career. You'll work alongside some of the industry's most experienced professionals, support exciting and complex projects, and help expand our growing electrical division throughout Southern California.

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