Project Manager - Commercial Electrical

CareerNerds; 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 AdvancementOpportuni

Job summary

Our client is a well-established mid-sized commercial electrical contractor based in Milford, CT, seeking a Project Manager experienced with Commercial Electrical jobs. You will lead day-to-day project management for jobs from $300K to $4M and assist in estimating for smaller projects and change orders.

The role requires a hands-on, field-savvy professional who can hit the ground running and manage 60% office-based work with 40% on CT job sites.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of project management in commercial electrical industry.
• E-2 electrical license in CT is preferred.
• OSHA 30 certification required or willing to obtain.
• Strong field background with estimating experience preferred.
• Proficient in project coordination and scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple commercial and industrial electrical projects across Connecticut.
• Coordinate with foremen, subcontractors, clients, and vendors for timely delivery.
• Attend weekly meetings and visit job sites; company vehicle provided.
• Handle small project and change order estimating with McCormick software.
• Review scope, schedule, materials, labor, and change requests.
• Maintain clear communication with Head of Construction.
• Uphold OSHA standards and ensure compliance on job sites.
• Deliver projects on time and within budget with minimal errors.

Skills

Project management

Field experience

Leadership

Communication

Scheduling

Estimating

Tools

McCormick 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