Project Manager

AMPAM; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

AMPAM is seeking a Project Manager for medium-to-large electrical construction projects across California. You will lead the project team, ensure safety, on-time delivery, and on-budget performance while upholding the highest quality standards.

You will coordinate with clients, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders, manage budgets and cash flow, run regular meetings, and drive profitability through effective change order management and strong communication.

Qualifications

• 5+ years managing MEP/electrical construction projects.
• Experience managing budgets $5M–$50M+.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and leadership.
• Proficiency with MS Project, Procore, Bluebeam, Spectrum.
• Ability to lead client and subcontractor relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, monitoring, and closeout of MEP projects.
• Supervise Project Coordinators and Assistant PMs to meet schedule and budget.
• Manage scope, schedule, and budget per client requirements.
• Conduct regular project meetings with stakeholders.
• Maintain budgets and ensure profitability targets.
• Monitor cash flow and forecast financial performance.
• Lead change order management and margin improvements.

Skills

Project leadership

Budget management

Stakeholder management

Electrical systems knowledge

Communication

Construction CM software

Education

PMP certification

Professional Engineer (PE) license

DBIA certification

CCM certification

Tools

Microsoft Project

Procore

Bluebeam

Spectrum

Job description

Who We Are

AMPAM is the leading design-build Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) contractor serving large-scale multifamily and commercial projects across California. With 1,500 employees across multiple business units, we are committed to delivering quality, safety, and excellence in every project.

Job Summary

The Project Manager (PM) is responsible for the successful delivery of medium-to-large electrical construction projects. This role ensures projects are completed safely, on schedule, on budget, and to the highest quality standards. The Project Manager leads the project team, manages financial performance at the project level, and serves as the primary point of contact for clients, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Lead planning, execution, monitoring, and closeout of assigned MEP projects.
• Supervise Project Coordinators & Assistant Project Manager teams to achieve schedule, budget, and quality objectives.
• Manage project scope, schedule, and budget, ensuring alignment with client requirements and company standards.
• Conduct regular project meetings with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure clear communication and accountability.
• Maintain project-level budgets, track costs, and ensure profitability targets are met.
• Monitor cash flow, forecast financial performance, and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Lead change order management, cost recovery, and margin improvement strategies.

Client & Stakeholder Management

• Serve as primary contact for general contractors, architects, and engineers on assigned projects.
• Build strong client relationships to ensure satisfaction, repeat business, and positive references.
• Coordinate with Designers & Engineers and Purchasing Dept
• Mentor Project Coordinators, Assistant Project Managers and other team members.
• Foster a culture of accountability, safety, and operational excellence.
• Assist in recruiting and onboarding project staff as needed.

Operational Excellence

• Ensure adherence to company policies, safety procedures, and regulatory compliance.
• Implement project controls, quality assurance, and reporting standards.
• Identify opportunities to improve project delivery processes and efficiencies.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive experience managing MEP/electrical construction projects.
• Demonstrated ability to manage medium-to-large project budgets ($5M–$50M+), preferably in the multi-family or commercial segments
• Proven track record of delivering projects on schedule and within budget.
• Strong technical knowledge of electrical systems, construction methods, and building codes.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Project, Procore, Bluebeam, Spectrum and/or other construction management software.

Preferred Experience

• PMP, PE, DBIA, or CCM certification.
• Experience in design-build, IPD, or alternative delivery projects.
• Strong client network within Southern California markets.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis without future employment sponsorship.

The expected hiring pay range for this position is $90,000 to $120,000 per year. Actual pay within this range will be determined by the candidate's experience, qualifications, and specific skills. AMPAM is growing and we encourage candidates whose expectations are outside of this range to still apply!

Recruitment Agencies

To protect the interests of all parties, AMPAM WILL NOT accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to AMPAM, including unsolicited resumes sent directly to AMPAM leaders/managers/coworkers or to AMPAM's database will be considered AMPAM property. AMPAM will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Inquiries from external recruitment agencies should be directed ONLY to our talent acquisition team.