Keystone Electric - Project Manager

Zenith Systems; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Keystone Electric, a Division of Zenith Systems, is seeking an experienced Project Manager qualified in electrical systems to join our Erie PA Electrical team. The role entails leading electrical construction projects from planning through completion, ensuring on-time delivery, budget adherence, and top-quality results.

You will collaborate with clients, architects, engineers and subcontractors to develop estimates, prepare proposals, manage budgets and progress reports, and visit job sites.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Electrical Construction Project Management.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems, codes and regulations.
• Excellent communication, leadership and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze blueprints and documentation to prepare time, cost, materials and labor estimates.
• Coordinate with clients, vendors, and subcontractors to discuss estimates and resolve issues.
• Monitor bid opportunities and manage customer relationships.
• Prepare proposals and negotiate revisions to contracts with architects, consultants and suppliers.
• Plan, schedule and coordinate project activities to meet deadlines.
• Prepare and submit budget estimates and cost tracking reports.
• Visit proposed job sites and attend pre-bid meetings.
• Apply overhead and general conditions recovery to support the work.
• Communicate effectively and negotiate with stakeholders.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously with attention to detail.

Job description

Keystone Electric, a Division of Zenith Systems, a total solutions provider, has decades of experience in fulfilling electrical, technological, and contracting needs of integrated systems from design-build services through project deployment. We provide the highest level of experienced partnership to our clients regardless of the scope of the job.

We are currently seeking an experienced Project Manager qualified in electrical systems to join our Erie PA Electrical team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing all aspects of electrical projects, from initial planning to completion, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. The Project Manager will collaborate closely with clients, architects, engineers, and subcontractors to ensure seamless project execution.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Analyze blueprints and other documentation to prepare time, cost, materials, and labor estimates.
• Consult with clients, vendors, personnel in other departments or construction foremen to discuss and formulate estimates, coordinate work, and resolve issues.
• Monitor bid opportunities and be responsible for customer relationship management.
• Prepare proposals and negotiate revisions to contractual agreements with architects, consultants, clients, suppliers, or subcontractors.
• Plan, schedule, or coordinate project activities to meet deadlines.
• Prepare and submit budget estimates, progress reports, and cost tracking reports.
• Visit proposed job sites.
• Attend pre-bid and job site meetings.
• Understand and apply Overhead and General Conditions recovery to support the work.
• Effective communication and negotiation skills.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Proven experience as an Electrical Construction Project Manager
• Commercial Construction experience.
• Strong technical knowledge of electrical systems, codes, and regulations.
• Proficiency in most estimating, management, and scheduling software: Procore, Bluebeam, Accubid, as well as Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills with the ability to communicate with a wide spectrum of individuals.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; College degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred, but not required
• Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in Project Management and Estimating in Electrical construction.

Drug Free Workplace

Zenith Systems/Keystone Electric is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace that is free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status under applicable law. Our hiring decisions are based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We comply with all applicable laws regarding equal employment opportunity and affirmative action.