Electrical Project Manager- Industrial & Critical Power

Wachter, Inc.; Lowell (AR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Prescription & Vision

Life, AD&D, LTD

Paid Vacation and Holidays

401(k) and IRA

Job summary

Wachter, Inc. is seeking a skilled Project Manager to oversee Critical Power and Industrial Electrical projects.

You will lead high-volume commercial electrical accounts through initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closeout, serving as the primary face of the company for clients. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of project management experience with electrical background, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage schedules, budgets, and field operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of project management experience.
• Electrical experience is strictly required.
• College education preferred, but not required.
• Construction, Technology, or related fields PM experience is helpful.
• Proficiency with computers, email, spreadsheets, and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to type at least 40 WPM.

Responsibilities

• Plan, grow, oversee, and direct high-volume commercial electrical accounts.
• Manage project scheduling, billing, and logistical support.
• Review customer specifications, contracts, and cost estimates.
• Create and maintain comprehensive project files.
• Ensure all projects adhere to safety standards and OSHA requirements.
• Manage sourcing, evaluating, and estimating bid opportunities.
• Create bid sheets, proposals, and project budgets.
• Monitor budgets, resources, and overall project progress.
• Provide weekly and monthly financial forecasting and revenue projections.
• Order materials and equipment for assigned projects.
• Conduct quality and safety audits on materials and equipment.
• Oversee hiring, payroll approval, and team resource allocation.
• Perform site walks, surveys, and training at customer locations.
• Build rapport and maintain day-to-day communication with clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Team leadership

Customer relations

Budget forecasting

Electrical experience

MS Office

Communication skills

Education

College education preferred

Construction/Tech PM experience helpful

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Wachter's greatest asset is the people who work here. Join the Wachter family and chart your career path!

Wachter is seeking a skilled Project Manager to oversee Critical Power and Industrial Electrical projects. You will manage high-volume commercial electrical accounts throughout all five phases of the project life cycle: initiation, planning, execution, monitoring/controlling, and closeout. This role serves as a primary face of the company, requiring exceptional customer relations, technical knowledge, and operational leadership.

We seek self-motivated and reliable candidates, who can work independently and find solutions to complete the job. Long-term employment with competitive pay and exceptional benefits for qualified candidates. We value relationships and invest in our employees.

Benefits

Benefits Package: Company Paid!

• Medical, Dental, Prescription & Vision Benefits
• Life, AD&D, and LTD insurance
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Company-Matched 401(k) and IRA Retirement Savings

Key Responsibilities

Project & Account Management

• Plan, grow, oversee, and direct high-volume commercial electrical accounts
• Manage project scheduling, billing, and logistical support
• Review customer specifications, contracts, and cost estimates
• Create and maintain comprehensive project files
• Ensure all projects adhere to company safety standards and OSHA requirements

Financial & Estimating Operations

• Manage the process of sourcing, evaluating, and estimating bid opportunities
• Create bid sheets, contractual proposals, and project budgets
• Monitor budgets, resources, and overall project progress
• Provide weekly and monthly financial forecasting and revenue projection reports

Supply Chain & Quality Control

• Order all materials and equipment for assigned projects
• Perform quality and safety audits on all materials and equipment

Team Leadership & Operations

• Oversee daily operational tasks including interviewing, hiring, and payroll approval
• Assign resources and delegate tasks effectively through team resources
• Perform site walks, surveys, and technical training at customer locations
• Build rapport and maintain day-to-day communication with clients and stakeholders

Job Requirements

Experience & Education

• Experience: Minimum 2 years of project management experience required
• Technical Background: Electrical experience is strictly required
• Education: College education preferred, but not required
• Industry Experience: Project management in Construction, Technology, or related fields is helpful

Technical Skills

• Proficiency with computers, including email, spreadsheets, and Microsoft Office
• Ability to type at least 40 WPM
• Experience working with engineered drawings, bid specifications, and construction take-offs is helpful.

Preferred Specialized Knowledge (Pluses)

• Experience with CAT5 systems
• Experience with Critical Power systems

Core Competencies

• Proven experience in crew management, quoting, and material ordering
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and consistent follow-up
• Proven ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment
• High standard of quality and professionalism

About:

Wachter is a family-owned company since 1930 and we see each employee as a critical piece of the Wachter Family. With over 900 licenses across the country, Wachter serves commercial and industrial clients with the right technologies needed to keep them successful.

We design, install, and maintain the technologies that keep businesses operating efficiently. Our team of dedicated electricians, engineers, and technicians provides electrical, data, security, communications, and automation services to clients in numerous industries.

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We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.