Electrical Project Manager

Continental Electrical Construction Co.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Profit sharing

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Volunteer time off

tuition assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness programs

Job summary

Continental Electrical Construction Co. is seeking a Project Manager to oversee electrical construction projects from bid to completion. The role requires on-site leadership in Chicago, with travel to local job sites as needed, and collaboration across multiple departments.

You will manage schedules, budgets, and risks, oversee estimating and site meetings, and mentor junior PMs while maintaining key client relationships. Remote work is not available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or related field, or progressive field experience.
• Minimum 3–7+ years in project management, preferably in institutional construction.
• At least 2 years managing large electrical projects over $5M.
• Experience estimating construction jobs and forecasting materials and labor.
• Proven ability to meet KPIs and demonstrate strong communication skills.
• Professionalism with excellent interpersonal, collaboration, and customer service skills.
• Outstanding organization and prioritization with strong time management.
• High energy and adaptability under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Project and Account Management: oversee schedule, milestones, costs, and billing.
• Business Development and Customer Relations: maintain large accounts and pursue new business.
• Estimating: perform take-offs, review scope, and finalize bid summary.
• Site Management: visit job sites, conduct meetings, coordinate field staff and subcontractors.
• Team Leadership: mentor junior PMs and manage office personnel and project outcomes.

Skills

Project management

Client relationships

Team leadership

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field

Tools

Estimating software

Scheduling software

Job description

The Project Manager is accountable for the success of all aspects of electrical construction projects, from bidding and contract award through completion. Responsibilities include outlining and delegating tasks, creating timelines, estimating and adhering to costs, mitigating risks, and nurturing positive client relationships. The PM collaborates with all other departments within the organization, including purchasing, accounting, engineering, and safety as well as field supervision, general contractors, construction managers and inspectors.

The candidate should be open to traveling locally to job sites as needed.

This is a full-time, on-site position based in our Chicago office. Remote work is not available.

What you\'ll do:

Project and Account Management: manage overall schedule and milestones; financial, labor and change order tracking; materials purchasing and deliveries; forecast jobs\' materials and labor; billing

Business Development and Customer Relations: maintain customer relationships; manage large accounts; propagate new business annually

Estimating: determine materials take-off; review project scope and final bid; finalize summary sheet

Site Management: visit job sites; conduct job meetings, build trust with field staff and collaborate with site superintendents; coordinate subcontractors

Team Leadership: provide mentorship to less senior PMs; manage expectations of contributing office personnel; assume responsibility for project financials and outcomes

What you\'ll need for success:

• Bachelors degree, preferably in Construction Management, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or related field or progressively increasing responsibilities in field electrical construction capacities.
• Minimum 3 -7+ years’ experience in project management, preferably in institutional construction or a closely related field.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in project management of large complex electrical construction jobs exceeding $5m.
• Demonstrated experience estimating construction jobs and forecasting/projecting materials and labor throughout the projects.
• Proven success satisfying construction project KPIs
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Professionalism, with excellent interpersonal, collaboration, and customer service skills.
• Outstanding organizational and prioritization skills.
• Superior time management skills with a proven ability to manage and satisfy competing deadlines.
• Superior analytical, detail, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated influence and leadership abilities.
• High energy and adaptable under pressure.

Founded in 1912, Continental Electrical Construction Company is the number one electrical construction company in Chicago and its suburbs, as well as one of the largest in the Midwest. Dozens of landmark structures bear our imprint. From high rises to health care facilities, factories to financial centers, data centers to educational facilities, hotels to recreational and shopping centers, Continental satisfies all electrical construction needs.

Working for Continental Electrical Construction provides:

Working for Continental Electrical Construction provides:

• Assistance, tools, and resources for success
• A collaborative, engaging, and respectful workplace
• Fulfilling career opportunities and skills development
• A values-based working environment:

E: Everyone United

N: Nurture Communication

E: Enforce Accountability

R: Relationships Matter

G: Growth and Development

Y: You Make the Difference

Continental Electrical Construction offers a competitive salary that may vary based on the scope and responsibilities of the role and the candidate’s relevant experience, education, and skills. We also offer a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) with company match; profit sharing; retirement benefits; company-provided life and disability insurance; generous paid time off; paid holidays; parental leave; volunteer time off; tuition assistance; Employee Assistance Program; and company-subsidized wellness programs.

Continental Electrical Construction is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on account of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, military status, arrest or conviction record, source of income, or credit history.