Preconstruction Project Manager

IES Electrical; Suffolk (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Medical-dental-vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life/AD&D insurance

Paid holidays

Competitive pay and PTO

Job summary

IES Electrical is seeking a Preconstruction Project Manager to assist design, develop and coordinate with Preconstruction and Operations teams to support electrical design needs for Virginia projects. The ideal candidate will oversee multiple projects, ensure safety, compliance with codes, and deliver technical drawings, specifications, and reports while collaborating with clients and contractors.

This role requires a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, PE is preferred, and 5+ years PM

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• PE license preferred but not required.
• Strong understanding of electrical design principles and power systems.
• 5+ years project management experience.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Electrical, MATLAB, ETAP or similar tools.
• Knowledge of electrical codes and safety regulations.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with design, preconstruction, and operations teams.
• Prepare technical drawings, specifications, and engineering documentation.
• Analyze project requirements and propose cost-effective solutions.
• Ensure compliance with electrical codes and safety standards.
• Coordinate with contractors, multidisciplinary teams, and clients.
• Monitor system performance and implement improvements.
• Prepare technical reports and project documentation.
• Support project planning, budgeting, and scheduling.

Skills

Project management

Electrical design

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

MATLAB

ETAP

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled Preconstruction Project Manager to Assist design, develop and coordinate with Preconstruction and Operations and support or clients electrical design needs, The ideal candidate will ensure projects turned over to Operations teams meet IES safety, performance efficiency matrixes, and in compliance with applicable industry standards and regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with Design teams, Preconstruction teams and Operations teams.
• Prepare technical drawings, specifications, and engineering documentation.
• Analyze project requirements and recommend cost-effective engineering solutions.
• Ensure compliance with electrical codes, safety standards, and regulations.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, contractors, and clients.
• Monitor system performance and implement improvements.
• Prepare technical reports and project documentation.
• Support project planning, budgeting, and scheduling.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license is preferred but not always required.
• Strong understanding of electrical design principles and power systems.
• 5+ years Project Manager experience
• Proficiency with engineering software such as AutoCAD Electrical, MATLAB, ETAP, or similar tools.
• Knowledge of applicable electrical codes and safety regulations.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

Locations Required

• Position working out of both Suffolk & Chester offices this person will be dealing will Virginia projects across our markets.

Company Overview: IES Commercial, Inc. – DBA IES Electrical, a subsidiary of IES Holdings, Inc. (IES), an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. IES is traded on the NASDAQ under the symbol IESC. IES Commercial, Inc. operates diverse business units across the United States, each focusing on distinct market segments and geographies, with some business units operating nationally. Safety is Priority One – and our record shows it.

Benefits

• Exceptional benefits including 401(k) Retirement Plan with company discretionary match, flexible medical-dental-vision insurance, short-term/long-term disability insurance, basic life/AD&D insurance, paid holidays, and highly competitive pay in addition to paid-time-off.