Electrical Project Manager - Energy Sector Construction

Wikota Design & Construction LLC; Houston (TX); Presencial; USD 120.000 - 160.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Wikota Design & Construction LLC in Houston, TX is seeking an Electrical Project Manager to lead electrical scopes on industrial and energy infrastructure projects. You will manage budgets, schedules, procurement, subcontractors, field execution, quality, safety, and client communications from concept through turnover.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering or related field, 5+ years of PM experience in electrical construction or EPC, and strong knowledge of NEC/IEEE standards.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree required or related field with strong PM exposure.
• 5+ years of project management experience in electrical construction/ EPC.
• Solid understanding of NEC/IEEE and industry standards.

Responsabilidades

• Manage electrical construction projects from award through commissioning and closeout.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, forecasts, and resource plans.
• Coordinate with engineering, procurement, construction, and client teams to ensure project objectives are met.
• Oversee subcontractors, vendors, and field personnel to ensure quality and productivity.
• Monitor costs, identify risks, and implement corrective actions to maintain profitability.
• Lead project meetings and provide updates to clients and stakeholders.

Conocimientos

Project management

Electrical engineering

Budgeting

Scheduling

Subcontractor management

Leadership

Communication

Reading drawings

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering / Construction Management

Herramientas

Microsoft Office

Project management software

AutoCAD

Descripción del empleo

Wikota Design & Construction LLC is an Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) company headquartered in Houston, Texas, and Tulsa, Oklahoma. We specialize in midstream, helium, pipeline, data center, and renewable natural gas (RNG) projects, delivering innovative solutions with a focus on safety, quality, and execution. Our experienced team provides turnkey services from concept through construction for some of the energy industry's most complex infrastructure projects.

Position Summary

The Electrical Project Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing electrical scopes of work on industrial and energy infrastructure projects. This role oversees all aspects of project delivery, including budgeting, scheduling, procurement, subcontractor management, field execution, quality control, safety compliance, and client communication. The Electrical Project Manager works closely with engineering, construction, and operations teams to ensure projects are completed safely, on time, within budget, and to client specifications.

Responsibilities

• Manage electrical construction projects from award through commissioning and closeout.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, forecasts, and resource plans.
• Coordinate with engineering, procurement, construction, and client teams to ensure project objectives are achieved.
• Oversee electrical subcontractors, vendors, and field personnel to ensure quality and productivity standards are met.
• Monitor project costs, identify risks, and implement corrective actions to maintain project profitability.
• Lead project meetings and provide regular updates to clients, management, and project stakeholders.
• Review construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents to ensure scope compliance.
• Coordinate procurement of electrical equipment and materials to support project schedules.
• Manage change orders, RFIs, submittals, and project documentation.
• Ensure compliance with company safety requirements, client standards, and applicable electrical codes and regulations.
• Support commissioning, startup, and project turnover activities.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and project partners.
• Mentor project engineers, superintendents, and other project team members.
• Support business development efforts by assisting with estimates, proposals, and project planning activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field preferred.
• 5+ years of project management experience in electrical construction, industrial, energy, pipeline, midstream, RNG, or related EPC projects.
• Strong understanding of electrical systems, power distribution, motor control systems, instrumentation, and industrial facility construction.
• Experience managing project budgets, schedules, contracts, and subcontractors.
• Working knowledge of NEC, NFPA, IEEE, and applicable industry standards.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and project management software.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
• Strong leadership, communication, negotiation, and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to travel to project sites as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• PMP certification.
• Experience with midstream, gas processing, helium, pipeline, compression, renewable natural gas (RNG), or data center projects.
• EPC project experience from concept through commissioning.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.