Project Manager - Commercial Electrical

Henderson Group Recruiting; Milford (CT); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Company vehicle

Gas card

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

401(k) with Company Match

Career Growth

Job summary

Henderson Group Recruiting seeks a Project Manager experienced with Commercial Electrical jobs for a Milford, CT role. You will lead day-to-day project management for jobs ranging from $300K to $4M and assist in estimating for smaller projects and change orders.

60% office-based, 40% on job sites across CT; reports to Head of Construction; must manage multiple active jobs and maintain safety standards, including OSHA compliance.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of project management in the commercial electrical industry.
• E-2 electrical license in CT preferred.
• OSHA 30 certification either possessed or willing to obtain.
• Strong field background with estimating experience preferred (change orders).
• Proficient in project coordination and scheduling; knowledge of McCormick software a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple commercial and industrial electrical projects across CT.
• Coordinate with foremen, subcontractors, clients, and vendors to ensure timely delivery.
• Attend weekly job meetings and visit job sites (vehicle provided).
• Handle small project and change order estimating using McCormick software.
• Review scope, schedule, materials, labor needs, and change requests.
• Maintain communication with Head of Construction and track updates.

Skills

Strong communication

Leadership

Organizational skills

Project coordination

Scheduling

Estimating experience

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