Senior Electrical Project Manager

Jobot; Sterling Heights (MI); On-site; USD 130,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Life and Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off, Holidays, and Vacation

Long-term career growth

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Project Manager to oversee complex electrical construction projects, including large-scale commercial facilities, industrial installations, and data center developments in Sterling Heights, MI. You will manage budgets, schedules, field operations, and client relationships, driving profitability and project success.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in electrical construction PM, strong leadership, and expertise in managing multimillion-dollar

Qualifications

• 8+ years of electrical construction project management experience.
• Strong background in commercial, industrial, or mission-critical projects.
• Experience managing data center or other mission-critical electrical construction projects preferred.
• Proven experience managing multimillion-dollar electrical construction projects.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, cost controls and P&L.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders, subcontractors and schedules.

Responsibilities

• Lead large-scale commercial, industrial and data center projects from preconstruction through closeout.
• Oversee budgeting, scheduling, procurement, subcontractor coordination and financial performance.
• Manage project P&L, cash flow and profitability.
• Develop detailed project schedules, manpower plans and resource allocations.
• Coordinate with general contractors, owners, engineers and field leadership.
• Review drawings, specs, contracts and scope for risks and opportunities.
• Lead change orders, pricing, negotiations and approvals.
• Manage RFIs, submittals, procurement schedules and deliveries.
• Monitor progress and implement corrective actions to avoid delays.
• Ensure safety, quality and contractual obligations are met.

Skills

Electrical construction

Project management

Budgeting

Leadership

Communication

Scheduling

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management/Engineering/Business

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PM software

Job description

Senior Electrical Project Manager

$130000 - $195000 per year | Sterling Heights, MI | On-site | Permanent

Senior Electrical Project Manager – Large-Scale Commercial, Industrial & Data Center Construction

A bit about us:

We are a well-established and growing electrical contractor with a strong reputation for delivering complex, large-scale commercial, industrial, and mission-critical electrical construction projects.

Our team specializes in major electrical installations, data centers, industrial facilities, infrastructure upgrades, and large-scale construction projects. We take pride in delivering high-quality work while maintaining strong relationships with our clients through a commitment to safety, reliability, and project execution.

As we continue to expand, we're looking for an experienced Senior Electrical Project Manager who can take ownership of significant electrical construction projects, manage project financials, and lead teams from preconstruction through successful completion.

If you're looking to join a stable, growing organization where you can manage challenging projects, work with experienced professionals, and make a meaningful impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Why join us?

Why Join Us?

What You Can Expect:

• Competitive base salary of $130,000 – $195,000
• Employer-paid Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off, Holidays, and Vacation
• Opportunity to manage large-scale commercial, industrial, and mission-critical projects
• Long-term career growth with an established electrical contractor

Job Details

We are seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Project Manager to oversee complex electrical construction projects, including large-scale commercial facilities, industrial installations, and data center developments.

The ideal candidate will have a strong electrical construction background, extensive project management experience, and the ability to manage project budgets, schedules, field operations, and client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead large-scale commercial, industrial, and data center electrical construction projects from preconstruction and estimate handoff through final closeout.
• Oversee all aspects of project execution, including budgeting, scheduling, procurement, subcontractor coordination, and financial performance.
• Manage project P&L, cost forecasting, cash flow, and profitability.
• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, manpower plans, and resource allocations.
• Coordinate with general contractors, owners, engineers, subcontractors, and internal field leadership.
• Oversee electrical installations involving medium- and low-voltage distribution systems, switchgear, transformers, generators, UPS systems, and other critical electrical infrastructure.
• Manage electrical construction activities associated with mission-critical facilities and data center projects.
• Review project drawings, specifications, contracts, and scope requirements to identify potential risks and opportunities.
• Lead change order development, pricing, negotiations, and approvals.
• Manage RFIs, submittals, procurement schedules, and material deliveries.
• Monitor project progress, identify potential delays, and implement corrective action plans.
• Ensure projects meet safety standards, quality requirements, contractual obligations, and financial objectives.
• Provide regular project updates to senior leadership and key stakeholders.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, general contractors, and project partners.
• Mentor and support Project Managers, Assistant Project Managers, and field personnel as needed.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of electrical construction project management experience, preferably managing large-scale commercial, industrial, or mission-critical projects.
• Strong background in commercial and industrial electrical construction.
• Experience managing data center or other mission-critical electrical construction projects highly preferred.
• Proven experience managing multimillion-dollar electrical construction projects.
• Strong understanding of electrical distribution systems, switchgear, transformers, generators, UPS systems, and related electrical infrastructure.
• Experience managing project financials, including budgeting, forecasting, cost controls, and P&L.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders, subcontractors, field crews, and project schedules.
• Experience with change orders, RFIs, submittals, procurement, and contract administration.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and construction project management software.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or equivalent electrical construction experience.
• Strong leadership, organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage projects throughout the full construction lifecycle.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience managing electrical construction for data centers, mission-critical facilities, large industrial plants, or complex commercial developments.
• Experience working with large general contractors on major construction projects.
• Familiarity with fast-track construction schedules and design-build projects.
• Experience overseeing multiple project teams or mentoring junior Project Managers.
• PMP certification is a plus but not required.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.