Preconstruction Project Manager

IES Commercial, Inc. – DBA IES Electrical; Suffolk (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Retirement Plan with company 2x

flexible medical-dental-vision

short-term/long-term disability

life/AD&D insurance

paid holidays

competitive pay with PTO

Job summary

IES Commercial, Inc. – DBA IES Electrical in the United States seeks a Preconstruction Project Manager to assist design, develop and coordinate with Preconstruction and Operations, supporting electrical design needs for Virginia projects.

You will ensure turnover packages meet safety and performance standards and comply with industry regulations. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, 5+ years of PM experience, and proficiency with AutoCAD Electrical, MATLAB or ETAP.

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 applicable electrical codes and safety regulations.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

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.

Skills

Project management experience

Electrical design principles

Power systems

Analytical and communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

MATLAB

ETAP

Job description

Preconstruction Project Manager

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:

• 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
• highly competitive pay in addition to paid-time-off

Accessibility:

If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process please contact IES Commercial & Industrial Division Human Resources at
Phone: [phone].

IES is an Equal Opportunity Employer- Minorities/Females/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.

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