Electrical Project Manager

AMS Industries, Inc.; Woodridge (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP (Employee owned) package

$30K Employer Paid Life insurance

Short term disability

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid Maternity & Paternity Leave

Generous PTO roll-over policy

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)

Job summary

AMS Industries, Inc. in Woodridge, IL is seeking a Project Manager to lead projects from conception to completion, coordinating with clients, engineers, and field operations to deliver safe, high-quality, and cost-effective results.

The role requires reviewing specs, preparing estimates, managing takeoffs, and liaising with subs, vendors, and internal teams to ensure on-time delivery and adherence to standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or Construction Management; or Field experience preferred
• 3+ years experience preferred
• Familiarity with Accubid Anywhere preferred.
• Familiarity with Autodesk Build preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings.
• Ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines while maintaining a focus on quality.
• Ability to interact effectively and professionally with all levels of employees, vendors, clients, and others
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Ability to meet critical deadlines
• Ability to be self-motivated, proactive, and an effective team player
• Valid Driver’s License and ability to drive.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and/or review technical specifications, contract documents, and estimates.
• Ability to complete organized and detailed electrical takeoffs comprised of both labor and material.
• Solicit sub-contractor and supplier pricing on bid packages.
• Prepare and/or deliver the bid package – including ability to write a scope letter.
• Analyze blueprints, specifications, proposals, and other documents to prepare time, cost, and labor estimates for products, projects, and services for our type of work.
• Oversee and provide guidance on projects to internal staff.
• Review electrical drawings and specifications for lighting, power distribution, mechanical power, HVAC controls, special systems, and fire alarm systems.
• Interpret and explain plans and contract terms to workers and clients.
• Work with superintendents and foremen to plan, organize, and direct activities related to projects.
• Manage jobsite construction and verify that construction is proceeding in accordance with design specs.
• Manage and oversee safety, quality control, permitting and licensing, outage planning, scope change control, progress reporting, and closeout reporting.
• Manage preparation of bid specifications, procurement of material and services, and contractor and vendor performance.
• Update job cost reports including work progress, costs, and scheduling updates.
• Continually seeks opportunities to increase customer satisfaction and develop lasting relationships.

Skills

Reading construction drawings

Deadline management

Client & staff coordination

Self-motivation

Team player

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Accubid Anywhere

Autodesk Build

Job description

Reports to: Vice President, Client Services

Location: Woodridge, IL

AMS Industries, Inc. is a leading mechanical contracting firm serving the commercial, industrial, refrigeration, and nuclear industries (PMT). With over 60 years of experience, AMS has grown from a small refrigeration contractor into a multi-discipline, multi-market MEP contractor with more than 1,000 employees. We are committed to delivering exceptional service to our clients, investing in the development of our people, and strengthening the communities we serve.

Located in our beautiful Woodridge facility, and reporting to the Vice President of Client Services. The Project Manager is responsible for leading projects from conception to completion by coordinating with clients, engineers, and field operations. This role ensures that all projects are properly designed, procured, and executed in alignment with company standards, technical specifications, and customer expectations—delivering safe, high-quality, and cost-effective results.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Plan, prepare and/or review technical specifications, contract documents, and estimates
• Ability to complete organized and detailed electrical takeoffs comprised of both labor and material.
• Solicit sub-contractor and supplier pricing on bid packages.
• Prepare and/or deliver the bid package – including ability to write a scope letter
• Analyze blueprints, specifications, proposals, and other documents to prepare time, cost, and labor estimates for products, projects, and services for our type of work.
• Oversee and provide guidance on projects to internal staff
• Review electrical drawings and specifications for lighting, power distribution, mechanical power, HVAC controls, special systems, and fire alarm systems
• Interpret and explain plans and contract terms to workers and clients
• Work with superintendents and foremen to plan, organize, and direct activities related to projects
• Manage jobsite construction and verify that construction is proceeding in accordance with design specs
• Manage and oversee safety, quality control, permitting and licensing, outage planning, scope change control, progress reporting, and closeout reporting
• Manage preparation of bid specifications, procurement of material and services, and contractor and vendor performance
• Update job cost reports including work progress, costs, and scheduling updates
• Continually seeks opportunities to increase customer satisfaction and develop lasting relationships

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or Construction Management; or Field experience preferred
• 3+ years experience preferred
• Familiarity with Accubid Anywhere preferred.
• Familiarity with Autodesk Build preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings.
• Ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines while maintaining a focus on quality.
• Ability to interact effectively and professionally with all levels of employees, both management and staff alike, vendors, clients, and others
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Ability to meet critical deadlines
• Ability to be self-motivated, proactive, and an effective team player
• Valid Driver’s License and ability to drive.

What we offer:

• At no cost to the employee
• ESOP (Employee owned) package
• $30K Employer Paid Life insurance
• Short term disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Maternity & Paternity Leave
• Generous PTO roll-over policy
• Social events and outings throughout the year
• Additional Benefits
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) with Medical PPO
• FSA and Dependent Care
• Additional Voluntary Life Insurance for self, spouse and dependents