Industrial Electrical Project Manager Raleigh

IEG USA; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

IEG USA is seeking an experienced Industrial Electrical Project Manager with a strong industrial construction background who can lead field teams and manage projects from planning through completion. This hands-on role targets leaders who have run crews of ten or more electricians and can oversee multiple projects while aligning with NEC and customer specs.

Pay ranges from $30.00 to $35.00 per hour, with 40–60 hours weekly; benefits include 401(k), health, dental, vision, and PTO.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of experience leading crews of ten or more electricians in an industrial environment.
• Experience as an Industrial Journeyman Electrician, Lead Technician, Foreman, General Foreman, Superintendent, or similar role.
• Experience running projects from small service work to large industrial installations.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Manage industrial electrical projects from kickoff through completion.
• Coordinate labor, materials, equipment, and scheduling.
• Lead field teams and support Foremen and Lead Electricians.
• Oversee project execution while maintaining quality, safety, and productivity standards.
• Review drawings, specifications, submittals, and construction documents.
• Ensure compliance with NEC requirements, customer specifications, and company standards.
• Monitor project budgets, manpower utilization, and production goals.
• Coordinate with customers, vendors, subcontractors, and internal teams.
• Identify and resolve field challenges before they impact project schedules.
• Maintain project documentation and reporting using company software systems.
• Assist with estimating, project planning, and change order management.

Skills

Industrial leadership

Crew management

Safety compliance

Field operations

Reading blueprints

Tools

Microsoft Office

Outlook

ERP systems

Project documentation software

Job description

Position Overview

IEG is seeking an experienced Industrial Electrical Project Manager with a strong electrical construction background. This position is ideal for an accomplished Industrial Journeyman Electrician, Lead Technician, Foreman, Superintendent, or General Foreman who has successfully led crews and projects in industrial environments and is ready to take the next step in their career.

We are not seeking a traditional office-only Project Manager. We are looking for a hands‑on electrical leader who understands how industrial projects are built, can lead field teams, and has the technical expertise to oversee projects from planning through completion.

The ideal candidate has at least three years of experience leading crews of ten or more electricians and possesses the leadership, organizational, and technical skills necessary to manage multiple projects while supporting field operations.

What You'll Do

• Manage industrial electrical projects from kickoff through completion.
• Coordinate labor, materials, equipment, and scheduling.
• Lead field teams and support Foremen and Lead Electricians.
• Oversee project execution while maintaining quality, safety, and productivity standards.
• Review drawings, specifications, submittals, and construction documents.
• Ensure compliance with NEC requirements, customer specifications, and company standards.
• Monitor project budgets, manpower utilization, and production goals.
• Coordinate with customers, vendors, subcontractors, and internal teams.
• Identify and resolve field challenges before they impact project schedules.
• Maintain project documentation and reporting using company software systems.
• Assist with estimating, project planning, and change order management.

Required Experience

• Minimum three years of experience leading crews of ten or more electricians in an industrial environment.
• Background as an:
  • Industrial Journeyman Electrician
  • Lead Technician
  • Foreman
  • General Foreman
  • Superintendent
  • Similar industrial electrical leadership role
• Experience running projects ranging from small service work to large industrial installations.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Technical Knowledge

Candidates should possess strong working knowledge of:

• National Electrical Code (NEC)
• Industrial power distribution
• Motor controls
• Transformers
• Switchboards and switchgear
• Lighting systems
• Feeder sizing and load calculations
• Grounding and bonding
• PPE requirements and electrical safety practices
• Tool, equipment, and manpower planning
• Industrial electrical construction methods

Required Skills

• Installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of industrial electrical systems.
• Threading, bending, and installing EMT and rigid conduit from ½\" through 4\".
• Reading and interpreting blueprints, one-lines, schematics, plans, and specifications.
• Electrical calculations and layout work.
• Strong computer proficiency including:
• • Microsoft Office
  • Outlook
  • ERP systems
  • Project documentation software
• Crew leadership, coaching, and development.
• Training and mentoring apprentice and junior electricians.

Ideal Candidate Traits

The successful candidate will be:

• Highly technical
• Safety-focused
• Strong communicator
• Organized and detail-oriented
• Adaptable in multiple industrial environments
• Effective at multitasking and prioritization
• Capable of leading teams and developing personnel
• Customer-focused and solution-oriented

Compensation & Benefits

Pay: $30.00 to $35.00 per hour, based on experience

Expected Hours: 40 to 60 hours per week

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off

Schedule

• Monday through Friday
• Overtime available
• On-call as needed

Why Join IEG?

At IEG, we value leaders who have built their careers in the field and understand what it takes to successfully execute industrial electrical projects. If you're an experienced industrial electrician ready to move beyond running crews and into a larger role managing projects, budgets, schedules, and client relationships, we want to hear from you.