Senior Electrical Project Leader — Data Center & Industrial Builds

SearchWorks, LLC; Illinois; On-site; USD 150,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Job summary

SearchWorks, LLC seeks a Senior Electrical Project Manager to lead complex electrical projects from conception to commissioning. This high-visibility role offers the opportunity to build and lead a team as the business grows into new markets.

You will coordinate electrical systems, manage budgets and schedules, and drive safety and compliance across projects, including data centers and industrial facilities, in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Construction Management.
• 7–10+ years in electrical construction or industrial project management.
• Experience with power distribution, lighting controls, and low-voltage cabling.

Responsibilities

• Own the full project lifecycle from conception through commissioning.
• Coordinate complex electrical systems including lighting and power distribution.
• Manage budgets, schedules, and procurement using Excel or ProNovos.
• Lead technical coordination across field personnel, engineers, and subcontractors.
• Ensure safety and compliance with NEC/CEC/OSHA codes on every project.

Skills

Power distribution

Lighting controls

Low-voltage cabling

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

Construction management software

Leadership experience

Client relationship building

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Construction Management degree or equivalent

Job description

SearchWorks, LLC seeks a Senior Electrical Project Manager to lead complex electrical projects from conception to commissioning. This high-visibility role offers the opportunity to build and lead a team as the business grows into new markets.

You will coordinate electrical systems, manage budgets and schedules, and drive safety and compliance across projects, including data centers and industrial facilities, in a fast-paced environment.