Electrical Project Manager *Mission Critical

gpac; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

gpac is seeking an experienced Electrical Project Manager to support large-scale data center and mission-critical construction projects in Phoenix, Arizona and nearby regions. The role emphasizes managing preconstruction through closeout and coordinating with owners, designers, and contractors.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in electrical construction, a track record delivering complex projects on time and within budget, and strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of electrical construction experience with project management responsibility.
• Experience managing large-scale commercial, industrial, or mission-critical electrical projects.
• Strong understanding of electrical systems, construction sequencing, procurement, and project financials.
• Proven ability to manage complex schedules, budgets, and multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of electrical construction projects from preconstruction through closeout.
• Oversee budgets, cost controls, schedules, forecasting, and financial performance.
• Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, suppliers, and field personnel to meet milestones.
• Work closely with Superintendents, Project Executives, general contractors, owners, and design teams.
• Review drawings, specifications, contracts, and scopes of work to identify conflicts and cost-saving opportunities.
• Manage procurement, material tracking, equipment delivery, and labor planning.
• Monitor change orders, RFIs, submittals, and project documentation.
• Ensure compliance with electrical codes, safety standards, quality requirements, and project specifications.
• Identify and resolve project issues while maintaining schedule and budget commitments.
• Lead project meetings and provide regular reporting to senior leadership and clients.
• Oversee testing, commissioning coordination, punch lists, and final project turnover.

Job description

About the Opportunity

Our client, a leading electrical construction contractor, is seeking experienced Electrical Project Managers to support large-scale data center and mission-critical construction projects in Phoenix, Arizona; Austin, Texas; Reno, Nevada; and Pecos, Texas.

This is an opportunity to join a growing organization delivering complex electrical infrastructure for some of the most demanding construction environments in the industry.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in electrical construction, experience managing large-scale projects, and a proven track record of successfully delivering projects from preconstruction through final completion. Data center and mission-critical experience is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of electrical construction projects, from preconstruction and planning through execution, commissioning, and closeout.
• Oversee project budgets, cost controls, schedules, forecasting, and financial performance.
• Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, suppliers, and field personnel to ensure project milestones are achieved.
• Work closely with Superintendents, Project Executives, general contractors, owners, and design teams.
• Review drawings, specifications, contracts, and scopes of work to identify potential conflicts and cost‑saving opportunities.
• Manage procurement, material tracking, equipment delivery, and labor planning.
• Monitor change orders, RFIs, submittals, and project documentation.
• Ensure compliance with electrical codes, safety standards, quality requirements, and project specifications.
• Identify and resolve project issues while maintaining schedule and budget commitments.
• Lead project meetings and provide regular reporting to senior leadership and clients.
• Oversee testing, commissioning coordination, punch lists, and final project turnover.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of electrical construction experience, with demonstrated project management responsibility.
• Experience managing large-scale commercial, industrial, or mission‑critical electrical projects.
• Strong understanding of electrical systems, construction sequencing, procurement, and project financials.
• Proven ability to manage complex schedules, budgets, and multiple project stakeholders.
• Experience with electrical estimating, cost forecasting, and change management.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Experience successfully completing projects on schedule and within established budgets.

Preferred: Data center, mission‑critical, semiconductor, industrial, or other high‑demand electrical infrastructure construction.

Ideal Candidate Profile

Candidates should demonstrate a consistent employment history, meaningful tenure with previous employers, and a record of completing major construction projects. Individuals with frequent unexplained job changes or limited project completion experience will not be a fit.