Project Manager

Samuel Knight Data Centers; Santa Fe Springs (CA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Samuel Knight Data Centers in Los Angeles is seeking a Project Manager or Senior Project Manager to lead multi-million-dollar electrical construction projects across the region. Based in Santa Fe Springs, you will manage a team and coordinate cutovers, ATS, generators, and site infrastructure for new builds and retrofits.

The role reports to a Project Executive, offers growth in a collaborative, safety‑ and quality‑driven environment, and requires in-office/on-site presence 2–3 days per week

Qualifications

• Proven experience working with electrical contractors and delivery.
• Experience managing cutovers, ATS, and generators.
• Track record leading teams on projects ranging from $1m–$25m.
• Strong scheduling, budgeting, and client communication skills.
• Based in Los Angeles with flexibility to be in office/on site 2–3 days per week.

Responsibilities

• Manage electrical construction projects ranging from $1m to $25m, ensuring delivery on time and on budget.
• Oversee and mentor a team of 3–6 (Construction Managers and Superintendents) responsible for field execution.
• Coordinate cutovers, ATS, generators, and related infrastructure for new builds and retrofits.
• Report directly to a Project Executive, providing updates on project performance, schedules, and risk.
• Drive collaboration with clients, subcontractors, and vendors while maintaining safety and quality standards.

Skills

Electrical contracting

PM leadership

Budgeting

Scheduling

Team mentorship

Job description

Overview

Project Manager / Senior Project Manager – Electrical Contractor – Los Angeles (Santa Fe Springs office, with travel to sites within 60 minutes).

We are partnered with a well-established electrical contractor in Los Angeles seeking an experienced Project Manager or Senior Project Manager to join their team. This role offers the chance to lead multi-million-dollar projects across the region while working in a supportive, growth-focused environment.

Base pay range

$125,000.00/yr - $175,000.00/yr

This range is provided by Samuel Knight Data Centers. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage electrical construction projects ranging from $1m to $25m, ensuring delivery on time and on budget.


• Oversee and mentor a team of 3–6 (Construction Managers and Superintendents) responsible for field execution.


• Coordinate cutovers, ATS, generators, and related infrastructure for new builds and retrofits.


• Report directly to a Project Executive, providing clear updates on project performance, schedules, and risk.


• Drive collaboration with clients, subcontractors, and vendors while maintaining safety and quality standards.

Requirements

• Proven experience working with an electrical contractor (subcontractor-side delivery is essential).


• Strong background in managing projects involving cutovers, ATS, and generators.


• Track record of successfully leading teams on projects between $1m–$25m.


• Solid project management skills including scheduling, budgeting, and client communication.


• Based in Los Angeles with flexibility to be in office/on site 2–3 days per week

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Project Management

Industries

Construction