Project Manager - Electrical

Horwitz; New Hope (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Horwitz in New Hope, MN seeks an Electrical Project Manager to lead electrical construction projects, including design-build and energy upgrades. You will handle technical estimating, project management, and client relations.

You’ll develop budgets, manage procurement, coordinate subs, monitor costs and schedules, and ensure on-time, on-budget delivery while upholding Horwitz core values of safety, professionalism, and accountability.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of electrical industry experience.
• Electrical license preferred.
• Proficient in project management and budgeting.
• Strong communication and client-relations skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with clients to drive opportunities.
• Estimate and manage electrical projects including energy retrofits and upgrades.
• Prepare budgets, manage quotes, and procure major materials.
• Coordinate subcontractors and field labor to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.
• Monitor project costs, schedules and performance; address variances.
• Communicate project status and issues with clients and engineers.

Skills

Project management

Interpersonal communication

Time management

Detail orientation

Client relationships

Education

Electrical license

Tools

Excel

Accubid Estimating Systems

Job description

At Horwitz, we don’t just offer jobs—we build careers. For over 100 years, we’ve been a leader in HVAC, plumbing, electrical services, delivering exceptional service while fostering a supportive and innovative workplace. Joining our team means working with passionate professionals in a culture built on safety, accountability, professionalism, motivation, curiosity, and a can-do attitude.

We’re committed to your growth with training, mentorship, and advancement opportunities. Along with competitive benefits—you’ll be part of a company that values its employees and makes a positive impact in the community. Join Horwitz and become part of a legacy of excellence and opportunity.

Electrical Project Manager

plays a key role in securing and delivering successful electrical construction projects, including design-build, energy upgrades, equipment replacements, and capital improvements. This role combines technical estimating, project management, and client relationship development while supporting company growth through project excellence and strong customer relationships.

Key Responsibilities:

These responsibilities generally describe the nature of the position and may not be all inclusive:

• Develop and maintain long-term relationships with new and existing clients to drive project opportunities.
• Estimate and manage electrical projects, including energy retrofits, system upgrades, and capital improvements.
• Prepare project budgets, manage vendor quotes, and lead procurement of major materials and equipment.
• Coordinate subcontractors and field labor to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Monitor project costs, schedules, and performance, proactively addressing potential challenges or variances.
• Generate capital expenditure plans for repeat clients to support long-term equipment replacement.
• Make regular sales calls to identify new opportunities with existing clients and expand the customer base.
• Collaborate with engineers, foremen, subcontractors, and vendors to resolve project issues.
• Communicate effectively with clients throughout the project lifecycle to ensure expectations are met.
• Represent Horwitz professionally in all project and client-facing interactions.
• Conduct yourself in accordance with Horwitz core values: Safe, Accountable, Professional, Motivated, Can Do, and Curious.
• Continuously seek out ways to "get better every day."

Skills and Abilities:

• Strong project management, organizational, and time management skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to build and maintain professional relationships with clients and industry partners.
• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
• Motivated, team-oriented, and adaptable to evolving project needs.
• Proficiency in Excel and Accubid Estimating Systems.

Education and Experience:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in the electrical industry.
• Electrical license and prior field experience preferred.
• Process controls experience beneficial.