Project Manager - Electrical Construction

Australia-Employment; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel support

Relocation options

Job summary

Jobot in Fargo, ND seeks an experienced Project Manager - Electrical Construction to lead planning, execution, and delivery of complex electrical construction projects, including data center work.

You will manage schedules, budgets, contracts with vendors, and coordinate cross-functional teams while upholding safety standards and high craftsmanship to meet milestones and quality expectations.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in construction management, preferably in electrical construction.
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage budgets and schedules, and negotiate contracts.
• Strong communication, planning, risk management and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with MS Project and related PM tools.

Responsibilities

• Leading and managing the planning, execution, and delivery of complex electrical construction projects.
• Developing and tracking project schedules and budgets to ensure on-time and on-budget delivery.
• Negotiating contracts with vendors and subcontractors for favorable terms.
• Implementing strategic plans to achieve project objectives and efficient resource use.
• Leading project teams and fostering teamwork and collaboration.
• Overseeing procurement of materials and equipment as needed.
• Identifying and managing project risks and mitigation strategies.
• Resolving scope, schedule, and cost changes promptly and effectively.
• Reading and interpreting blueprints in line with design specs and codes.
• Making critical decisions to keep projects moving smoothly.
• Managing vendor relationships and ensuring timely service delivery.
• Using MS Project and other PM tools to track progress and report to leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Strategic planning

Problem-solving

Communication

Time management

Decision making

Tools

MS Project

Project management tools

Job description

Project Manager - Electrical Construction

$140000 - $200000 per year | Fargo, ND | On-Site | Permanent

A bit about us:

Our client is a leading electrical contractor delivering large-scale commercial and mission-critical projects across the Midwest. Known for their strong safety culture, high-quality craftsmanship, and long-term project pipeline, they specialize in complex electrical installations for major infrastructure and data center developments.

With multiple long-term projects underway, they are expanding their team and looking for an experienced Project Manager who takes pride in their work and want to be part of building some of the most advanced facilities in the country.

Why join us?

Long-term, stable work on large mission-critical construction projects

Competitive pay and strong benefits

Opportunity to work on high-profile data center projects

Travel support / relocation options available depending on location

Work with a safety-first team that values craftsmanship and professionalism

Opportunity for career growth into lead, foreman, or supervisory roles

Job Details

We are currently seeking an experienced Project Manager - Electrical Construction for one of our clients based in North Dakota. This is an exciting opportunity to put your construction management skills to work in a challenging and rewarding environment. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of our electrical construction projects, from initial planning to completion.

Responsibilities:

1. Leading and managing the planning, execution, and delivery of complex electrical construction projects.

2. Developing and tracking project schedules and budgets, ensuring that all projects are delivered on time and within budget.

3. Negotiating contracts with vendors and subcontractors, ensuring the best possible terms for our company.

4. Implementing strategic plans to achieve project objectives and ensure the efficient use of resources.

5. Leading and managing project teams, fostering a positive work environment that encourages teamwork and collaboration.

6. Overseeing the procurement of materials and equipment, ensuring that all necessary resources are available when needed.

7. Identifying and managing project risks, implementing strategies to mitigate potential issues and ensure project success.

8. Resolving conflicts and managing changes to the project scope, schedule, and costs in a timely and effective manner.

9. Reading and interpreting blueprints, ensuring that all work is completed in accordance with design specifications and building codes.

10. Making critical decisions quickly and effectively, ensuring the smooth progress of our projects.

11. Managing relationships with vendors, ensuring that all services are delivered in a timely and satisfactory manner.

12. Utilizing MS Project and other project management tools to track project progress and report to senior management.

Qualifications:

1. A minimum of 5 years of experience in construction management, preferably in electrical construction.

2. Proven experience in budgeting, scheduling, negotiation, strategic planning, team leadership, procurement, resource allocation, risk management, conflict resolution, change management, blueprint reading, decision making, building codes, vendor management, time management, problem-solving, and communication.

3. Strong leadership skills, with the ability to lead and manage teams effectively.

4. Excellent negotiation skills, with the ability to secure the best possible terms for our company.

5. Strong strategic planning skills, with the ability to develop and implement effective project plans.

6. Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and resolve issues quickly and effectively.

7. Strong communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate project goals, progress, and issues to team members and senior management.

8. Proficiency in MS Project and other project management tools.

9. A thorough understanding of building codes and regulations.

10. The ability to read and interpret blueprints accurately.

11. Strong decision-making skills, with the ability to make critical decisions quickly and effectively.

12. Excellent time management skills, with the ability to effectively manage multiple projects and deadlines.

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