Electrical Project Manager

PureGridElectrical; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonus program

Traditional and Roth 401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Scholarship for associates’ children

Paid volunteer leave

Charitable match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid parental leave

Job summary

PureGrid Electrical is seeking a Project Manager in Austin, TX, to oversee mid-size industrial electrical projects. The role demands excellent organizational skills, detail orientation, and effective communication to ensure timely project execution and coordination across teams.

The ideal candidate should have 3–7 years of experience in the electrical subcontracting field, a relevant degree, and be proficient in construction management tools like Procore and Bluebeam. A strong commitment to safety and quality is essential.

Qualifications

• 3–7 years of Project Management or Assistant Project Manager experience in electrical subcontracting.
• Solid understanding of medium-to-heavy industrial electrical work, power distribution, and construction blueprints.
• Strong proficiency with construction management software.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of industrial electrical projects.
• Coordinate with Field Operations and ensure clarity in project plans.
• Track project budgets, process billings, and manage subcontracts.
• Facilitate project meetings and ensure stakeholder communication.
• Maintain organized records within construction management software.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Organizational Skills

Technical Knowledge in Electrical

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

Job description

PureGrid Electrical is looking for a Project Manager who is highly organized, detail-oriented, and driven by flawless execution. You are a proactive communicator who thrives on coordinating the moving pieces of complex electrical projects, keeping a watchful eye on schedules, material tracking, and daily field coordination.

You excel at translating project designs into actionable plans for the field and managing relationships with clients, engineers, and subcontractors. If you are a collaborative problem-solver who values safety, accuracy, and schedule above all else, and you enjoy a fast-paced environment where you can take ownership of mid-size industrial electrical scopes, you’ll fit right in.

What We Can Offer You

• Industry-leading performance-based bonus program
• Traditional and Roth 401(k)
• Tuition reimbursement for associates
• Scholarship for associates’ children up to $28,000 per child
• 1-week paid volunteer leave each year
• 100% charitable match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• Paid parental leave

Our first core value is to treat people fairly and do the right thing. We are committed to building and sustaining a culture that supports diversity and inclusion. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. From recruiting, training, and hiring practices to selecting our subcontractors, we understand that diversity of all those involved in the construction process enhances our ability to deliver the best solutions to our customers. We hire the best and the brightest from across the country – constructing a team of experts in architecture, design, engineering, project management, and business services.

A DAY IN THE LIFE

• Project Execution: Manage the day-to-day operations of mid-size industrial electrical projects, ensuring tasks are completed safely, accurately, and strictly on schedule.
• Field Coordination: Serve as a consistent point of contact for the Field Operations Manager and site superintendents, ensuring they have the clear plans, drawings, and labor support required to execute the work.
• Procurement & Materials Management: Track and expedite long-lead electrical equipment (such as switchgear and transformers), coordinate nationwide material delivery, and review supplier quality to prevent site delays.
• Financial Administration: Monitor project budgets, process billings, draft purchase orders, manage subcontracts, and track potential scope changes or change order requests.
• Collaborative Communication: Facilitate regular project alignment meetings with general contractors, owners, and engineering teams, ensuring all stakeholders are updated on progress and milestones.
• Documentation & Tech Control: Maintain organized project records within our construction management software, managing RFIs, submittals, and drawing updates from pre-construction through closeout.

Necessary Qualifications

• Experience: 3–7 years of Project Management or Assistant Project Manager experience within the electrical subcontracting space. Exposure to industrial electrical or commercial design-build projects is highly valued.
• Technical Knowledge: solid foundational understanding of medium-to-heavy industrial electrical work, power distribution equipment, and construction blueprints.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Electrical Engineering, or a related business field is preferred, or equivalent hands-on trade experience.
• Software Proficiency: Strong proficiency with modern construction management tools; day-to-day experience using Procore and Bluebeam is required.
• Skills & Approach: Highly organized with a structured work style, clear communication skills, and a practical, hands-on approach to keeping projects moving efficiently.
• Travel & Location: Ability to travel as needed to support nationwide job sites during key project phases. Role is based out of Austin, TX.

MAKE YOUR MOVE

PureGrid Electrical is an industrial electrical contractor supporting medium-to-heavy industrial projects nationwide.

We deliver electrical scope execution, labor, and material procurement for complex facilities and equipment installations. Our teams specialize in major equipment power distribution and field coordination with engineers, owners, and construction teams.

We focus on clear plans, constructible designs, and clean execution. Safety, accuracy, and schedule drive every decision.

Core Capabilities

• Medium-to-heavy industrial electrical work
• Labor and material procurement
• Major equipment power distribution
• Nationwide project support

PureGrid Electrical does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiting agencies. Pre-approval is required before any external candidate can be submitted. PureGrid will not be responsible for fees related to unsolicited resumes and for candidates who are sent directly to our hiring managers. All interested candidates must apply independently and directly to the job posting.

LEGAL DISCLAIMER

EOE, including disability/vets