Project Manager

Midwestern Electric, LLC - a GreenArrow Company; East Chicago (IN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Midwestern Electric, a GreenArrow company, is seeking a Project Manager to lead electrical construction projects from pre-construction planning through closeout. You will own budgets, schedules, permits, subcontractors, client communication, safety standards, and field coordination.

You will ensure projects are planned thoughtfully, executed safely, and delivered on schedule with strong client and stakeholder communication.

Qualifications

• Experience managing electrical construction projects from pre-construction through closeout.
• Strong leadership with mentoring abilities and accountability.
• Knowledge of NEC, permitting, and job site safety standards.
• Proficiency with Procore; estimating software a plus.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in fast-paced construction environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field; equivalent experience.
• PMP certification or equivalent credential is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical construction projects from award through closeout, including planning, scheduling, execution, and final documentation.
• Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, resources, submittals, billing, and project reporting.
• Coordinate with clients, design teams, engineers, subcontractors, vendors, field personnel, and internal departments to keep work moving forward.
• Prepare project implementation plans including construction operations plans, Activity Hazard Analyses, Risk Management Plans, and Safety Plans.
• Negotiate and manage subcontractor and vendor agreements, and ensure permits and licenses are in place before work begins.
• Determine equipment, material, and manpower needs, and allocate resources throughout each phase of the project.
• Champion job site safety and ensure all applicable safety protocols are followed consistently.
• Identify risks early, resolve issues proactively, and communicate clearly with the General Manager and project stakeholders.
• Mentor construction workers, junior team members, and direct reports by setting expectations, providing feedback, and supporting their development.
• Support consistent processes, training, and project management practices that strengthen team performance and project delivery.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Scheduling

Subcontractor management

NEC knowledge

Procore

Communication

Negotiation

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field

PMP certification or equivalent

Tools

Procore

Estimating software

Job description

"Together, we provide safer and smarter infrastructure solutions for our communities."

Is This Where You're Meant To Be?

At Midwestern Electric, a GreenArrow, we believe purpose and passion go hand in hand. So ask yourself, is this where you're meant to be?

GreenArrow is building something unique. We partner with leading infrastructure services companies across the United States, helping them grow while preserving the entrepreneurial spirit, expertise, and relationships that made them successful. Together, our companies deliver critical electrical and transportation infrastructure projects that keep communities connected, safe, and moving forward.

Midwestern Electric is looking for a Project Manager to lead electrical construction projects from pre-construction planning through final closeout. In this role, you'll own project budgets, schedules, permits, subcontractors, client communication, safety expectations, documentation, and field coordination. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who can balance the details of project management with the presence and accountability needed to lead teams, solve problems, and deliver work the right way.

How You'll Make an Impact

As a Project Manager, you will be the primary point of accountability for the projects you lead. You'll help ensure work is planned thoughtfully, executed safely, delivered on schedule, and completed with strong communication across clients, crews, subcontractors, vendors, and internal leaders.

In This Role, You Will

• Lead electrical construction projects from award through closeout, including planning, scheduling, execution, and final documentation.
• Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, resources, submittals, billing, and project reporting.
• Coordinate with clients, design teams, engineers, subcontractors, vendors, field personnel, and internal departments to keep work moving forward.
• Prepare project implementation plans when required, including construction operations plans, Activity Hazard Analyses, Risk Management Plans, and Safety Plans.
• Negotiate and manage subcontractor and vendor agreements, and ensure appropriate permits and licenses are in place before work begins.
• Determine equipment, material, and manpower needs, and allocate resources throughout each phase of the project.
• Champion job site safety and ensure all applicable safety protocols are followed consistently.
• Identify risks early, resolve issues proactively, and communicate clearly with the General Manager and project stakeholders.
• Mentor construction workers, junior team members, and direct reports by setting expectations, providing feedback, and supporting their development.
• Support consistent processes, training, and project management practices that strengthen team performance and project delivery.

What You Bring

• Experience managing electrical construction projects from pre-construction through closeout, including budgets, schedules, subcontractors, and field operations.
• Strong leadership skills with experience mentoring teams, driving accountability, and delivering successful project outcomes.
• Knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC), construction practices, permitting requirements, and job site safety standards.
• Proficiency with project management software such as Procore; estimating software experience is a plus.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and thrive in a fast-paced construction environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience will be considered.
• PMP certification or equivalent project management credential is a plus.

About Us

GreenArrow unites exceptional infrastructure services companies across the United States to deliver safer, smarter, and more efficient solutions for our communities. Our family of companies — Midwestern Electric, Kuharchik Construction, Bear Electrical Solutions, Hinson Electric, and Earthbound Electric — are trusted providers of specialized electrical infrastructure services, including the installation and maintenance of traffic signals, streetlighting, and intelligent transportation systems.

Backed by CAI Capital Partners, a visionary private equity firm based in Vancouver with over three decades of experience and more than $1.6 billion invested in founder-led businesses, GreenArrow is expanding organically and through strategic acquisitions. This partnership fuels our shared commitment to innovation, collaboration, and service excellence. CAI was recently named to Inc.'s 2024 List of Founder-Friendly Investors (source).

Learn more at greenarrow.com and caifunds.com.

Equal Opportunity for All: Our Promise

GreenArrow is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported. We proudly embrace equal opportunity for all employees and applicants, without regard to race, ethnicity, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.