Job Posting Title Senior Project Manager - Electrical

CMD Electric; Ontario (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

CMD Electric in San Diego, CA is seeking a Senior Electrical Project Manager to lead complex electrical construction projects across Southern California. You will drive project delivery, ensure contract compliance, and build strong client relationships.

The ideal candidate has 6+ years of PM experience on >$5M contracts, a relevant degree, design-build exposure, and excellent communication skills. PMP or DBIA credentials are a plus, and mentoring others is expected.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of electrical project management in public works, federal, or private projects with contracts over $5M.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or Business preferred; field experience acceptable.
• Estimating experience with Accubid and change orders is a plus.
• PMP or equivalent certification is a plus.
• Ability to mentor engineers and interns and deliver design-build projects (DBIA preferred).
• Strong communication skills and integrity; strong sense of urgency.

Responsibilities

• Set project objectives and performance standards aligned with policies.
• Lead construction and ensure compliance with contract requirements.
• Engage in contract negotiations and manage obligations.
• Manage contracts, change orders, and claims resolution.
• Build relationships with internal teams and clients, maintaining credibility.
• Provide regular project updates and address challenges with clients.
• Develop and monitor budgets to meet financial objectives.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising safety.
• Maintain comprehensive project documentation.
• Demonstrate strong leadership amid uncertainty.

Skills

Leadership

Verbal communication

Written communication

Mentoring

Energy and enthusiasm

Urgency and initiative

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Construction Management or Business degree

DBIA accreditation or PMP a plus

Tools

Accubid

Job description

Overview

About CMDElectric:CMD Electric is a leading electrical contracting company with a reputation for excellence and innovation. With our headquarters in San Diego and projects spanning Southern California, we are committed to delivering quality electrical construction services. We are currentlyseekingan experienced and motivated Senior Electrical Project Manager to join our dynamic team.

Job Overview:As a Senior Electrical Project Manager at CMD Electric, you will play a pivotal role in executing electrical construction projects, ensuring adherence to contract requirements, and building strong relationships with both internal team members and clients. This position requires a disciplined and collaborative professional with a proventrack recordin electrical project management.

Responsibilities

• Establish and execute projectobjectivesand performance standards in alignment with corporate policies.
• Lead and oversee all aspects of construction, ensuring compliance with contract requirements.
• Participate in contract negotiations and ensure all contractual obligations are met.
• Manage and administer contracts, including change orders and claims resolution.
• Develop and maintainrelationships with internal team members and clients, fosteringa high levelof credibility.
• Regularly communicate project updates, milestones, and potential challenges to clients.
• Develop, manage, and monitorproject budgets to ensure financialobjectivesare met.
• Identifycost-saving opportunities without compromising quality and safety standards.
• Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including progress reports, meeting minutes, and correspondence.
• Strong leadership capabilities

Qualifications

• 6+ years of electrical project management experience in public works, federal, or private projects with individual contract values exceeding $5 million and portfolios exceeding $20 million. Multi-family experiencea plus!
• Preferably holds a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Construction Management, Business, or related fields. Field experience will be accepted in lieu of a degree.
• Estimating experience w/ accubidchange ordera plus!
• PMP or equivalent a plus!
• Capable of managing and mentoring project engineers and interns.
• Experienced in the design-build delivery method, with preference for DBIA accreditation.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrates the ability to generate energy, enthusiasm, and a desire to succeed in others.
• Leads confidently and withclarity amid uncertainty.
• Guided by core values and beliefs, acts with integrity and honesty.
• Intolerant to mediocrity and maintainsa strong senseof urgency.
• Challenges the status quo and generates new ideas/solutions.
• Displays a strong desireto learn and embracenew technologies.

Equal Employment Opportunity

CMD is an equal opportunity employer. We will not unlawfully discriminate against qualified applicants or employees with respect to any terms and conditions of employment based upon actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex, or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions and lactation), gender identity or gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, disability, protected medical conditions as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances ("Protected Classifications"). CMD will otherwise reasonably accommodate employees and applicants with disabilities as required by law, if the person is otherwise qualified to perform all essential functions of the position safely and competently.

Posted Salary Range

USD $140,000.00 - USD $180,000.00 /Yr.