Senior Data Center Electrical Project Lead

JE Richards Electric; Leesburg (VA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

401(k) with company match and退休 plan

Short- and Long‑Term Disability and L​

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Job summary

JE Richards Electric in Leesburg, VA seeks a Senior Project Manager to lead complex electrical construction projects, including data centers, from concept through completion. You will manage schedule, cost, quality, and client satisfaction while mentoring future leaders and driving QSP excellence.

The role requires strong leadership, deep electrical knowledge, and a track record of delivering multi‑million dollar projects on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• 9+ years of progressive experience in electrical construction project management, including large commercial or data center projects.
• Proven success managing complex, multi‑million‑dollar electrical projects from start to finish.
• Advanced understanding of electrical systems, drawings, and specifications.
• Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to build and motivate teams.
• Expertise in cost forecasting, scheduling, and project controls.
• Journeyman Electrician certification and data center experience are strong pluses.
• Experience in the field or office managing Commercial Electrical projects preferred or education in Construction Management, Engineering or related field of study.

Responsibilities

• Lead all phases of large‑scale commercial and data center electrical construction projects from preconstruction through closeout.
• Serve as the primary client contact, ensuring consistent communication, strong relationships, and customer satisfaction.
• Review plans, specifications, and contracts to define project scope, budget, schedule, and deliverables.
• Coordinate and direct project teams, subcontractors, and suppliers to meet project milestones and uphold QSP standards.
• Oversee procurement, material logistics, and field coordination to ensure timely, cost‑effective performance.
• Track budgets, forecasts, and cost controls to maintain profitability and prevent overruns.
• Manage project documentation, including submittals, RFIs, change directives, and change orders.
• Identify and mitigate project risks while maintaining a proactive approach to safety, quality, and productivity.
• Lead project meetings with clients and internal teams, ensuring accountability and alignment.
• Mentor project engineers, assistant project managers, and field leadership to promote professional growth and team success.
• Drive continuous improvement by implementing lessons learned and leveraging technology to improve performance.
• Ensure full project closeout, documentation, and turnover to the client.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Cost forecasting

Scheduling

Project controls

Team motivation

Education

Construction Management or Engineering degree

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

Job description

JE Richards Electric in Leesburg, VA seeks a Senior Project Manager to lead complex electrical construction projects, including data centers, from concept through completion. You will manage schedule, cost, quality, and client satisfaction while mentoring future leaders and driving QSP excellence.

The role requires strong leadership, deep electrical knowledge, and a track record of delivering multi‑million dollar projects on time and within budget.