Lighting Project Manager — Complex Installations

EverLights; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

EverLights is seeking an experienced Project Manager with strong lighting industry knowledge to oversee the execution of large-scale lighting projects. The role requires understanding of lighting systems, controls coordination, and jobsite logistics in a fast-paced environment.

Manage projects from award through completion with cross-functional collaboration. The ideal candidate will handle submittals, fixture schedules, lead times, and construction schedules, ensuring on-time delivery and

Qualifications

• 3+ years of project management experience in lighting distribution or related industries.
• Strong understanding of lighting products, controls systems, fixture schedules, and project specifications.
• Ability to read and interpret lighting drawings, schedules, and project documents.
• Experience working with electrical contractors, lighting designers, project managers, estimators, or purchasing teams.
• Familiarity with material procurement, lead-time management, and jobsite coordination.
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously in a deadline-driven environment.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial and industrial lighting projects from project award through final closeout.
• Review lighting specifications, fixture schedules, controls packages, and project drawings for accuracy and alignment with requirements.
• Coordinate purchase orders, submittals, approvals, lead times, shipping schedules, and phased jobsite deliveries.
• Serve as the primary contact for lighting manufacturers, electrical contractors, general contractors, engineers, and internal teams.
• Monitor project schedules and identify risks related to material availability, construction timelines, labor, and site conditions.
• Manage change orders, substitutions, and project revisions.
• Track and maintain project documentation including orders, schedules, releases, approvals, and closeout documents.
• Collaborate with sales, purchasing, logistics, warehouse, and accounting teams to ensure seamless execution.
• Use ERP/project management systems to maintain visibility and accountability.
• Deliver exceptional customer service and uphold EverLights' reputation.

Skills

Lighting knowledge

Project management

Communication

Organizational skills

ERP systems

Excel

Stakeholder management

Tools

Sage

OASIS

Acumatica

NetSuite

Ongoing ERP training

Job description

EverLights is seeking an experienced Project Manager with strong lighting industry knowledge to oversee the execution of large-scale lighting projects. The role requires understanding of lighting systems, controls coordination, and jobsite logistics in a fast-paced environment.

Manage projects from award through completion with cross-functional collaboration. The ideal candidate will handle submittals, fixture schedules, lead times, and construction schedules, ensuring on-time delivery and