Electrical Project Manager – Industrial

AME Electrical; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with matching

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

AME Electrical Contracting seeks an Industrial Electrical Project Manager to lead complex electrical construction projects from preconstruction to closeout, including water and wastewater facilities. You will plan, schedule, coordinate with clients and teams, and oversee design reviews to ensure NEC compliance.

The role emphasizes procurement, cost control, and use of MS Project and Foundation to maintain detailed schedules and milestones. In-person work in Tempe, AZ is required.

Qualifications

• Extensive electrical construction experience in water/wastewater.
• Proven ability to manage large industrial projects with MS Project.
• Proficiency with McCormick estimating for cost forecasting.
• Strong scheduling and time management to meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of NEC and ability to read complex blueprints.
• Experience in construction site management, safety oversight, QA.
• Familiarity with contract administration and drafting contracts.
• Excellent cross-team communication; proficient with Bluebeam.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, scheduling, and execution of industrial electrical projects from preconstruction through closeout.
• Coordinate with clients, contractors, vendors, and internal teams to align objectives and resolve issues.
• Oversee design review of electrical schematics, blueprints, and system design for NEC compliance.
• Manage procurement, including estimating, contract negotiation, and material ordering.
• Use MS Project and Foundation to build schedules, track progress, and report milestones.
• Conduct site inspections for safety, quality, and compliance; review Bluebeam markup.
• Monitor costs through estimating and cost control; manage change orders.
• Ensure work complies with electrical standards and safety requirements throughout lifecycle.

Skills

Project management

Scheduling tools

Contract administration

Blueprint interpretation

Communication skills

Tools

MS Project

Foundation

McCormick estimating

Bluebeam

Job description

AME Electrical Contracting is hiring an Industrial Electrical Project Manager to lead industrial electrical construction projects, including water and wastewater, manufacturing, and process facilities, from preconstruction through closeout.

Position Summary:

• Lead the planning, scheduling, and execution of industrial electrical projects, delivering on time, within scope, and on budget
• Coordinate with clients, contractors, vendors, and internal teams to align project objectives and resolve issues proactively
• Oversee the design and review of electrical schematics, blueprints, and system design documents for accuracy and NEC compliance
• Manage procurement, including construction estimating, contract negotiation, and material ordering
• Use project management software such as MS Project and Foundation to build detailed schedules, track progress, and report on key milestones
• Conduct site inspections to verify installation quality, safety, and compliance with construction management practices
• Review construction documents in Bluebeam for markup and collaboration, ensuring work aligns with technical specifications and schematics
• Monitor project costs through accurate estimating and cost control, and manage change orders effectively
• Ensure all work complies with electrical engineering standards, NEC requirements, and safety requirements throughout the project lifecycle
• Manage timelines, resources, and team communication to keep projects coordinated and productive

Qualifications:

• Extensive electrical construction experience, with a strong background in the water and wastewater industry
• Proven ability to manage large-scale industrial construction projects from start to finish using scheduling tools such as MS Project
• Proficiency with construction estimating tools such as McCormick for accurate cost forecasting
• Strong project scheduling and time management skills to meet aggressive deadlines
• Strong knowledge of the NEC and the ability to read blueprints for complex electrical systems
• Experience in construction site management, including safety oversight, quality assurance, and site inspections
• Familiarity with contract administration, including drafting contracts and managing contractual obligations
• Excellent communication skills for coordinating across diverse teams, and proficiency with Bluebeam for document review and collaboration
• Ability to interpret technical schematics and conduct system design reviews
• Knowledge of construction management principles, backed by hands‑on electrical field experience

What We Value:

• Integrity and strong personal character
• Ownership and accountability
• A self‑motivated, solutions‑oriented approach
• Respect for customers, coworkers, and field personnel
• Commitment to safety, quality, and long‑term relationships

Pay:

Competitive, based on experience and qualifications

Work Location:

In person, Tempe, AZ

Benefits:

401(k) with matching; health, dental, and vision insurance; life insurance; paid time off.