Project Manager - Commercial Electrical

Hire Consulting Services; Milford (CT); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Vehicle and Gas Card

Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance (

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

401(k) with Company Match

Career Growth and Advancement

Job summary

Hire Consulting Services is assisting a Milford, CT-based commercial electrical contractor in hiring a Project Manager with strong experience in commercial electrical projects. The role involves leading day-to-day project management for jobs from $300K to $4M and supporting estimating for smaller projects and change orders.

Expect 60% office-based work with 40% on job sites across CT; reports to the Head of Construction; must manage multiple active jobs and uphold OSHA safety standards.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in project management within the commercial electrical industry.
• E-2 electrical license in Connecticut is preferred.
• OSHA 30 certification.
• Estimating experience preferred (especially change order estimates).
• Proficient with project coordination and scheduling.
• Familiarity with McCormick estimating software is a plus.
• Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple commercial and industrial electrical projects across the state of Connecticut.
• Coordinate with foremen, subcontractors, clients, and vendors to ensure timely and efficient project delivery.
• Attend weekly job meetings and visit job sites regularly (company vehicle provided).
• Handle small project and change order estimating using McCormick software.
• Review scope, schedule, materials, labor needs, and change requests.
• Maintain constant communication with the Head of Construction and ensure updates are tracked and communicated clearly.
• Uphold safety standards and ensure OSHA compliance on job sites.
• Deliver jobs on time, within budget, and with minimal errors.

Skills

Project management

Electrical contracting

Communication

Leadership

Scheduling

Tools

McCormick estimating software

Job description

Our client is a well-established mid-sized commercial electrical contractor based in Milford, CT, with over 20 years of experience serving commercial, institutional, and industrial clients. Their work spans multi-residential housing, commercial and industrial facilities, healthcare, educational facilities, retail, and more.

We are seeking a Project Manager experienced with Commercial Electrical jobs. This individual will lead day-to-day project management for jobs ranging from $300K to $4M and assist in estimating for smaller projects and change orders. We are hiring immediately and looking for someone who is hands‑on, field‑savvy, and ready to hit the ground running.

Schedule & Work Environment

• Monday through Friday
• 60% office-based, 40% on job sites across CT
• Reports to the Head of Construction
• Must be comfortable managing multiple active jobs

Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage multiple commercial and industrial electrical projects across the state of Connecticut
• Coordinate with foremen, subcontractors, clients, and vendors to ensure timely and efficient project delivery
• Attend weekly job meetings and visit job sites regularly (company vehicle provided)
• Handle small project and change order estimating using McCormick software
• Review scope, schedule, materials, labor needs, and change requests
• Maintain constant communication with the Head of Construction and ensure updates are tracked and communicated clearly
• Uphold safety standards and ensure OSHA compliance on job sites
• Deliver jobs on time, within budget, and with minimal errors

Requirements

• 4+ years of experience in project management within the commercial electrical industry
• E-2 electrical license in Connecticut is preferred
• Must have or be willing to obtain OSHA 30 certification
• Strong field background
• Estimating experience preferred (especially change order estimates)
• Proficient with project coordination and scheduling
• Familiarity with McCormick estimating software is a plus
• Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills

Benefits

Why join this company?

• Competitive base salary in the $115-130k range, negotiable based on your experience
• Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance (through union)
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Company Vehicle and Gas Card
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities