Experienced Electrical Project Manager, Mission Critical

Four GEN; Joliet (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in Joliet, Illinois is seeking an experienced electrical Project Manager to oversee data center construction projects. You will manage project schedules, customer relationships, and team leadership while meeting strict KPIs. The ideal candidate has a degree in a related field and 3-7 years of relevant experience. This position offers an exciting opportunity to lead significant projects and collaborate with various departments.

Qualifications

• 3-7+ years experience in project management in electrical construction.
• Minimum 2 years experience in managing large electrical construction jobs exceeding $5m.
• PMP certification a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage overall schedule and milestones for projects.
• Maintain customer relationships and manage large accounts.
• Conduct job meetings and coordinate subcontractors.

Skills

Project Management

Customer Relations

Estimating

Site Management

Team Leadership

Communication

Organizational Skills

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelors degree in Construction Management, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Job description

Overview

The experienced electrical Project Manager is accountable for the success of all aspects of data center construction projects, from bidding and contract award through completion. Responsibilities include outlining and delegating tasks, creating timelines, estimating and adhering to costs, mitigating risks, and nurturing positive client relationships. The PM collaborates with all other departments within the organization, including purchasing, accounting, engineering, and safety as well as field supervision, general contractors, construction managers and inspectors.

Opportunities

Opportunities exist to be based out of our Oak Brook office overseeing Chicagoland constructions locations or on-site at remote hyper-scale data center construction sites throughout the Midwest.

What you'll do

• Project and Account Management: manage overall schedule and milestones; financial, labor and change order tracking; materials purchasing and deliveries; forecast jobs\' materials and labor; billing
• Business Development and Customer Relations: maintain customer relationships; manage large accounts; propagate $1-2m new business annually
• Estimating: determine materials take-off; review project scope and final bid; finalize summary sheet
• Site Management: visit job sites; conduct job meetings, build trust with field staff and collaborate with site superintendents; coordinate subcontractors
• Team Leadership: provide mentorship to less senior PMs; manage expectations of contributing office personnel; assume responsibility for project financials and outcomes

What you'll need for success

• Bachelors degree, preferably in Construction Management, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or related field or progressively increasing responsibilities in field electrical construction capacities.
• Minimum 3 -7+ years’ experience in project management, preferably in electrical construction or a closely related field.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in project management of large electrical construction jobs exceeding $5m (data center construction preferred). Experience for large Tech or Fortune 500 company data center a plus.
• PMP certification a plus.
• Demonstrated experience estimating construction jobs and forecasting/projecting materials and labor throughout the projects.
• Proven success satisfying construction project KPIs.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Professionalism, with excellent interpersonal, collaboration, and customer service skills.
• Outstanding organizational and prioritization skills.
• Superior time management skills with a proven ability to manage and satisfy competing deadlines.
• Superior analytical, detail, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated influence and leadership abilities.
• Electrical/LV/Energy System knowledge.
• High energy and adaptable under pressure.

About Continental Electrical Construction Company

Founded in 1912, Continental Electrical Construction Company is the number one electrical construction company in Chicago and its suburbs, as well as one of the largest in the Midwest. Dozens of landmark structures bear our imprint. Beyond the city, we’re contributing to the commercial, industrial, hospitality, health care, and institutional landscape. For high rises and health care facilities, factories and financial centers, data centers and educational facilities, hotels and shopping centers, Continental satisfies all electrical construction needs.

Continental Electrical Construction Company is an equal opportunity employer and committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity. Continental Electrical Construction Company does not discriminate in employment on account of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex, sexual or gender orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status, or unfavorable discharge from military service.