Senior Electrical PM — Lead Large-Scale Commercial Projects

gpac; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K

Paid vacation

Company vehicle or vehicle allowance

Bonus potential

Job summary

GPAC is partnering with a local electrical contractor in Detroit to recruit a Senior Electrical Project Manager. This leader will oversee multiple commercial, industrial, and institutional electrical projects from pre-construction through completion, ensuring safety, quality, and client alignment.

The role requires 7+ years of electrical PM experience, strong budgeting, scheduling, and subcontractor management, plus the ability to read blueprints and contracts.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of electrical project management experience with an electrical contractor.
• Proven experience managing large-scale commercial, industrial, and institutional projects.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems, construction processes, and project scheduling.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, specifications, and contracts.
• Experience managing budgets, schedules, and subcontractors.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee multiple commercial, industrial, and institutional electrical projects from pre-construction to completion.
• Develop and manage project budgets, schedules, and forecasts.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring clear communication and project alignment.
• Review project drawings, specifications, and contracts to ensure compliance and accuracy.
• Manage project teams, including field personnel, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Ensure adherence to safety and quality standards throughout project execution.
• Identify and mitigate risks, proactively addressing project challenges.
• Oversee the preparation and processing of RFIs, change orders, and submittals.
• Conduct regular project meetings, providing progress updates and addressing concerns.
• Support business development efforts by building and maintaining client relationships.
• Provide mentorship and leadership to junior project managers and field teams.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Electrical systems knowledge

Construction scheduling

Blueprint reading

Budget management

Subcontractor management

Tools

Project management software

Job description

GPAC is partnering with a local electrical contractor in Detroit to recruit a Senior Electrical Project Manager. This leader will oversee multiple commercial, industrial, and institutional electrical projects from pre-construction through completion, ensuring safety, quality, and client alignment.

The role requires 7+ years of electrical PM experience, strong budgeting, scheduling, and subcontractor management, plus the ability to read blueprints and contracts.