Electrical Project Manager - Commercial Construction

Jobot; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health and dental insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Continuous training opportunities

Job summary

Jobot, a leading MEP contractor, seeks an experienced Electrical Project Manager to lead and manage electrical projects. With over 50 years in the industry, Jobot offers a competitive salary ranging between $90,000 and $150,000 annually, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive workplace culture.

In this role, you will coordinate project schedules, budgets, and team efforts while ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience managing commercial electrical projects.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems, codes, and regulations.
• Proven track record in project budgeting and construction oversight.

Responsibilities

• Manage electrical projects from planning through closeout.
• Develop and maintain project budgets and schedules.
• Conduct regular project meetings with stakeholders.
• Oversee procurement of electrical materials and equipment.
• Enforce adherence to safety regulations and company policies.

Skills

Project management

Electrical systems knowledge

Budgeting

Cost management

Scheduling software proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Construction Management

Tools

MS Office

Job description

About Us

For more than 50 years, we have been a trusted leader in mechanical, electrical, and plumbing solutions across the Gulf Coast. Founded in the early 1970s, the company has grown into one of the region’s largest and most respected MEP contractors, delivering design‑build and design‑assist projects that span engineering, construction, and ongoing building services. With our team of MEP professionals and in‑house engineering expertise, we provide innovative, practical solutions for complex commercial and industrial facilities, from HVAC and plumbing to full building systems.

Team members join a stable, long‑tenured organization with a strong reputation, repeat clientele, and a focus on quality, safety, and technical excellence. The company offers the opportunity to manage high‑visibility projects, collaborate closely with engineers and field teams, and contribute to buildings that are integral to the region’s growth and resilience.

Why Join Us

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses
• Comprehensive health and dental insurance
• Life, short-term, and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Continuous training and professional development opportunities
• Supportive and empowering workplace culture

Job Details

As an Electrical Project Manager, you will lead the planning, execution, and delivery of electrical projects, ensuring adherence to client specifications, industry standards, and safety protocols. In this role, you will work closely with engineers, subcontractors, and field staff to coordinate electrical system installations and ensure timely completion of projects. Drawing on your expertise in electrical systems, you will develop project budgets, schedules, and scopes of work, while also managing procurement activities and overseeing construction progress.

Salary: $90,000 - $150,000 per year

Responsibilities

• Manage electrical projects from initial planning through closeout, ensuring safety, quality, budget, and timeline requirements are met.
• Review project specifications, drawings, and scope of work, coordinating with engineers and design teams to ensure accurate implementation.
• Develop and maintain project budgets, forecasts, and change orders while monitoring financial performance to address any variances promptly.
• Create and manage project schedules, coordinating with subcontractors, vendors, and field teams to optimize resources and work sequencing.
• Conduct regular project meetings with stakeholders, keeping clients informed of progress, challenges, and resolutions.
• Oversee procurement of electrical materials and equipment, ensuring compliance with project specifications and schedules.
• Enforce adherence to safety regulations, electrical codes, and company policies throughout all project phases.
• Support the startup and commissioning of electrical systems, ensuring documentation and training are completed for successful project handover.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience managing commercial electrical projects within a mechanical contracting or related environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience accepted.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems, codes, regulations, and industry best practices.
• Proven track record in project budgeting, cost management, schedule development, and construction oversight.
• Proficient in project management software and personnel management tools (e.g., MS Office, scheduling software).

Equal Opportunity Employer

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Background Check Policy

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.