Project Manager

Clayton Services; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k)

PTO

Job summary

Clayton Services in Houston is seeking a Project Manager to coordinate electrical equipment and power distribution projects, manage schedules and documentation, and track costs while collaborating with vendors, customers, and internal teams.

You will lead smaller projects with guidance from senior management and support larger ones, develop delivery milestones, and ensure safety and quality procedures are followed.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience in project coordination, project support, or project management.
• Experience supporting electrical equipment procurement, order tracking, delivery, installation, or startup activities preferred.
• Previous exposure to electrical distribution equipment, field service, electrical construction, manufacturing, or commissioning is a plus.
• Familiarity with electrical drawings, equipment submittals, and technical documentation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate electrical equipment and power distribution projects from planning through delivery and closeout.
• Manage smaller projects independently with guidance from senior management and support larger, more complex projects as needed.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, action lists, and delivery milestones.
• Coordinate equipment orders, vendor documentation, manufacturing updates, shipping, and delivery with suppliers, engineering teams, and customers.
• Track project budgets, purchase orders, invoices, and cost changes while identifying discrepancies for review.
• Organize project meetings, document decisions, and follow up on outstanding action items.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, including equipment submittals, drawings, change requests, and closeout records.
• Provide regular project updates to customers and internal teams regarding schedules, deliverables, and potential delays.
• Coordinate site visits, equipment installation, testing, and startup activities with engineering and field personnel.
• Identify and escalation technical issues, scope changes, schedule delays, and customer concerns to senior project management.
• Ensure project activities follow established safety, quality, and documentation procedures.

Skills

Electrical power distribution

Project coordination

Budget tracking

Vendor management

Documentation

Scheduling

Communication

Reading electrical drawings

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Project

Education

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

Clayton Services is searching for a Project Manager to join a thriving company in the Houston area. The Project Manager will be responsible for coordinating electrical equipment and power distribution projects, managing schedules and documentation, tracking project costs, and working with vendors, customers, and internal teams to ensure successful project execution.

Job Type:

Direct Hire

Pay Rate:

$75,000 - $125,000 annually

Benefits:

Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, and more.

• Coordinate electrical equipment and power distribution projects from initial planning through delivery and closeout.
• Manage smaller projects independently with guidance from senior management and support larger, more complex projects as needed.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, action lists, and delivery milestones.
• Coordinate equipment orders, vendor documentation, manufacturing updates, shipping, and delivery with suppliers, engineering teams, and customers.
• Track project budgets, purchase orders, invoices, and cost changes while identifying discrepancies for review.
• Organize project meetings, document decisions, and follow up on outstanding action items.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, including equipment submittals, drawings, change requests, and closeout records.
• Provide regular project updates to customers and internal teams regarding schedules, deliverables, and potential delays.
• Coordinate site visits, equipment installation, testing, and startup activities with engineering and field personnel.
• Identify and escalation technical issues, scope changes, schedule delays, and customer concerns to senior project management.
• Ensure project activities follow established safety, quality, and documentation procedures.

Project Manager Skills and Abilities:

• Basic understanding of electrical power distribution systems and equipment, including transformers, switchgear, switchboards, circuit breakers, protective relays, and motor control centers (MCCs).
• Ability to organize multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Strong project coordination skills, including scheduling, cost tracking, documentation, and vendor communication.
• Ability to read and interpret basic electrical drawings, one-line diagrams, equipment specifications, and technical documentation with engineering support.
• Familiarity with electrical equipment procurement, manufacturing, delivery, installation, testing, and commissioning processes.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate project records.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with customers, vendors, and internal teams.
• Ability to identify potential project issues and communicate concerns to appropriate personnel.
• Basic knowledge of electrical codes, workplace safety practices, and quality standards.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook. Experience with Microsoft Project or similar scheduling software is a plus.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and time management skills.
• Willingness to develop additional technical knowledge of electrical power distribution systems.

Project Manager Education and Experience:

• Approximately 2-4 years of experience in project coordination, project support, or project management, preferably within electrical equipment, construction, manufacturing, or industrial environments.
• Experience supporting electrical equipment procurement, order tracking, delivery, installation, testing, or startup activities preferred.
• Previous exposure to electrical distribution equipment, field service, electrical construction, manufacturing, or commissioning is a plus.
• Experience maintaining project schedules, tracking costs, and coordinating with vendors, customers, and internal teams.
• Familiarity with electrical drawings, equipment submittals, and technical documentation preferred.
• Associate's or bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or a related field preferred. Equivalent relevant work experience will be considered.
• CAPM certification, introductory project management training, or relevant technical credentials are a plus. PMP certification is not required.