Electrical Project Manager

HardHat Workforce Solutions; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

HardHat Workforce Solutions is seeking a Project Manager for underground conduit utilities. You will oversee all phases from planning to closeout, ensuring safety, on-time delivery, and budget adherence while coordinating with clients, field teams, and subcontractors.

Responsibilities include developing plans and budgets, monitoring progress and costs, leading meetings, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Travel to multiple job sites may be required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of project management experience in underground utilities, conduit, or electrical infrastructure.
• Strong understanding of underground construction methods, electrical conduit systems, and utility coordination.
• Proficient in project management software.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Valid driver’s license; willingness to travel to job sites as needed.

Responsibilities

• Project Planning & Coordination: Review scope, specifications, drawings; develop work plans and schedules; coordinate meetings; prepare submittals and documentation; develop budgets and manpower plans; monitor budgets and billing; review invoices and change orders; prepare cost-to-complete reports.
• Field Operations Oversight: Support Superintendents and Foremen; monitor progress, production, and safety; coordinate materials/equipment/manpower; conduct site visits and resolve issues.
• Client & Stakeholder Communication: Serve as primary contact for clients, engineers, inspectors; lead progress meetings; manage relationships with utilities and permitting agencies.
• Safety & Compliance: Ensure OSHA/DOT safety standards; participate in safety meetings and inspections; assist Safety Dept with investigations.
• Documentation & Reporting: Maintain daily reports, as-builts, change orders, closeout packages; file permits and inspections; provide end-of-project reviews.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Driver's license

Tools

Project management software

Job description

Position: Project Manager – Underground Conduit Utilities

Department: Construction / Operations

Reports To: Division Manager / Director of Operations

Position Summary:

The Project Manager oversees all phases of underground conduit utility projects — including planning, scheduling, budgeting, execution, and closeout — ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, within scope, and on budget. The PM serves as the primary liaison between field operations, clients, subcontractors, and internal departments.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Project Planning & Coordination:

• Review project scope, specifications, and drawings to develop work plans and schedules.
• Coordinate pre-construction meetings and establish communication channels with clients and field teams.
• Prepare submittals, RFI’s, and job-specific documentation.
• Develop project budgets, cost codes, and manpower plans.
• Monitor budgets, cost tracking, and billing schedules to ensure profitability.
• Review and approve invoices, purchase orders, and subcontractor payments.
• Identify potential change orders and manage cost adjustments.
• Prepare monthly cost-to-complete and financial status reports.

Field Operations Oversight:

• Support and communicate with Superintendents and Foremen to ensure daily operations align with project goals.
• Monitor job progress, production rates, and adherence to quality and safety standards.
• Coordinate materials, equipment, and manpower to avoid delays.
• Conduct regular site visits and resolve field issues promptly.

Client & Stakeholder Communication:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, engineers, and inspectors.
• Lead progress meetings and provide regular updates on project milestones.
• Manage relationships with utility companies, municipalities, and permitting agencies.

Safety & Compliance:

• Ensure all work complies with OSHA, DOT, and company safety standards.
• Participate in safety meetings and jobsite inspections.
• Support the Safety Department with incident investigations and corrective actions.

Documentation & Reporting:

• Maintain accurate project documentation — daily reports, as-builts, change orders, and closeout packages.
• Ensure all permits, licenses, and inspections are properly obtained and filed.
• Provide end-of-project reviews and lessons learned summaries.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of project management experience in underground utilities, conduit, or electrical infrastructure.
• Strong understanding of underground construction methods, electrical conduit systems, and utility coordination.
• Proficient in project management software
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Valid driver’s license; willingness to travel to job sites as needed.