Senior Electrical Project Manager

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 a national executive search firm specializing in recruitment for the electrical construction industry. We have been retained by a local electrical contractor in the area to find a Senior Electrical Project Manager to join their team.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary based on experience
• Bonus potential
• Health insurance package
• 401K
• Paid vacation
• Company vehicle or vehicle allowance

Duties & 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

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
• Stable work history
• Proficiency with project management software is a plus

Your resume will not be shared with any company without us first reaching out to discuss the opportunity in detail.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.