Project Manager - MEP

Kimley-Horn; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 145,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent Retirement Plan

Health Coverage

Time Off & Flexible Scheduling

401(k) Matching & Bonuses

Professional Development

Job summary

Kimley-Horn in Irvine, CA is seeking a Project Manager with a strong electrical focus to lead building electrical design projects within the MEP team. The role requires 10+ years of experience and a PE license, with in-office work established in Irvine.

You will guide mechanical, electrical, and plumbing integration and mentor junior staff. Responsibilities include designing electrical systems, coordinating with architects and contractors, managing budgets, and developing client relationships

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in electrical engineering with building electrical systems design.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Experience with power distribution, lighting design, and emergency systems.
• Familiarity with local, state, and national electrical codes.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the design and coordination of electrical systems for buildings and infrastructure.
• Lead multi-disciplinary teams and integrate MEP systems.
• Serve as primary client contact and ensure exceptional service.
• Provide advanced engineering analysis and ensure code compliance.
• Oversee budgets, schedules, and resources for timely delivery.
• Supervise, coach, and mentor junior engineers and staff.
• Identify opportunities for new projects and business development.
• Ensure designs meet building codes and client requirements.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and contractors on building systems.

Skills

Project management

Electrical engineering

Leadership

Client relations

Team leadership

Mentorship

Communication

Budget management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

Overview

Kimley-Horn is seeking an experienced Project Manager with a strong focus on electrical engineering to join our Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) team. This role is based out of Irvine, CA and requires 10+ years of experience delivering innovative and sustainable building electrical design solutions for various types of infrastructure projects. This position is in office/in person.

Responsibilities

As a Project Manager, you will oversee the delivery of high-quality building electrical designs while serving as a trusted advisor to clients and mentor to project teams. Your responsibilities will include:

• Project Delivery: Manage the design and coordination of electrical systems for buildings and infrastructure projects, including lighting, power distribution, emergency backup systems, and renewable energy solutions.
• Leadership and Coordination: Lead multi-disciplinary teams, ensuring seamless integration of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and other systems into projects.
• Client Relations: Serve as the primary client contact, addressing their needs and ensuring exceptional service throughout all project phases.
• Technical Expertise: Provide advanced engineering analysis and design for electrical systems, ensuring compliance with codes, safety standards, and best practices.
• Budget and Scheduling: Oversee project budgets, schedules, and resources to ensure timely, cost-effective delivery.
• Mentorship: Supervise, coach, and mentor junior engineers and design staff, fostering professional growth and upholding Kimley-Horn’s high standards for technical excellence.
• Business Development: Identify opportunities for new projects, nurture existing client relationships, and contribute to proposal preparation and strategic growth initiatives.
• Codes and Compliance: Ensure designs meet building codes, electrical regulations, and client-specific requirements.
• Collaboration: Partner with architects, engineers, and contractors to develop efficient and coordinated building systems designs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field.
• 10+ years of experience in electrical engineering, with a focus on building electrical systems design.
  • Background in designing electrical systems for mission-critical facilities such as data centers, healthcare, and infrastructure projects.
• Demonstrated expertise in power distribution, lighting design, fire alarm systems, emergency systems, and renewable energy integration.
• Proven experience delivering multi-disciplinary building projects, including collaboration with architects, contractors, and consultants.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Strong understanding of local, state, and national electrical codes and standards.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills with a commitment to client success.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related advanced program.
• Familiarity with Revit, AutoCAD, and other design tools for building electrical systems.
• Experience in sustainable design (e.g., LEED certification) and renewable energy systems such as solar or wind.
• A history of successful business development and client relationship management.

Salary Range:

$145,000 to $185,000

Why Kimley-Horn?

At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients, and employees are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it— that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn’s placement on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 19 years!

Key Benefits at Kimley-Horn

• Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to1- company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
• Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
• Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
• Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.