Senior Electrical Project Manager - Data Center Construction

EMCOR; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 166,000 - 238,000; Full time

Job summary

EMCOR is seeking a Senior Project Manager for Data Center Construction to lead client-facing initiatives, manage budgets and schedules, and report to the Director and VP. The role involves building strong relationships, hands-on mentoring, and ongoing technical training.

Relocation assistance is offered for qualified candidates. The position comes with a strong benefits package including medical and dental coverage, and a focus on quality, collaboration, and employee well-being within Miller

Qualifications

• 10+ years of construction project management experience.
• 5+ years of electrical project management for large IT/telecommunications infrastructure projects, including data centers.
• Experience with data center electrical distribution systems, cabling, and white space fit-out.
• Experience with retrofits in operational facilities and cross-discipline critical facility systems.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis without employer sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Compliance with company, client, and project policies.
• Generate estimates and review project proposals.
• Establish project timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Supervise project execution to meet design, budget, and schedule requirements.
• Collaborate with the customer to clarify and meet expectations before, during, and after project completion.
• Coordinate activities of staff and subcontractors.
• Work directly with vendors to ensure timely procurement and delivery.
• Lead efforts for billing early and collecting often.
• Develop and maintain strong client and employee relationships.
• Forecast financial direction to course correct as needed.
• Mentor subordinates to support their development.

Job description

About Us

We design, install, and maintain advanced electrical systems. Our expertise spans traditional electrical contracting, security solutions, audio-visual integration, wireless networking, and building management systems.

Job Summary

Senior Project Manager - Data Center Construction Salary Range: $165,541.60 – $238,379.68 Relocation Assistance will be provided for Qualified Candidates. Join Miller Electric and be part of a team that values quality, collaboration, and employee well‑being. This role offers meaningful project work, growth opportunities, and a strong benefits package, including paid medical and dental coverage. As a Sr. Project Manager, you’ll report directly to the Director and VP in a client‑facing role that requires building strong relationships both in and outside the office. You’ll develop through hands‑on experience, peer collaboration, and ongoing technical training.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Compliance with company, client, and project policies
• Job site safety and adherence to company national policies
• Generate estimates, review project proposals
• Establish project timelines, budgets, and resource allocation
• Supervise project execution to meet design, budget, and schedule requirements
• Collaborate with the customer to clarify and meet expectations before, during, and after project completion
• Coordinate activities of staff and subcontractors
• Work directly with vendors to ensure timely procurement and delivery
• Lead efforts for billing early and collecting often
• Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress and address issues
• Develop and maintain strong client and employee relationships
• Assist leadership in the planning of future labor/material needs of the project
• Provide consistent reports and updates to senior management
• Forecast financial direction to course correct as needed
• Develop project scopes and budgets
• Manage RFPs and Change Management Forms
• Mentor subordinates to support their development
• Internal drive for continuous growth both personally and professionally

Qualifications

REQUIRED

• 10+ years of Construction Project Management experience
• 5+ years of Electrical Project Management for large scale, complex IT/Telecommunications Infrastructure projects, including Data Centers installations
• Experience with Data Center electrical distribution systems, cabling, and white space fit-out
• Experience with retrofits in operational facilities and cross-discipline critical facility systems
• Strong computer skills and quick to learn new systems
• Ability to work calmly under deadlines and external pressure
• Commitment to continuous improvement of communication, organization and leadership skills
• Effective scheduling and delegation to accomplish tasks on time
• Tactful conflict resolution and problem-solving abilities
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis without employer sponsorship. Employment-based visa sponsorship (including H-1B sponsorship) is not available for this position.

PREFERRED

• Mission Critical Project experience
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (Project Management, Construction Management, Business, Engineering, etc.), paired with industry experience OR an overall appropriate combination of certification(s), experience, and education (journeyman or master electrician’s license)
• Project Management Professional (PMP) or PMI-Scheduling Professional (SP)
• Experience with Microsoft Suite and ConEst

Benefits

• Medical and Dental (100% of the premium covered by Miller Electric)
• 401k retirement with company matching
• Vision plans
• Disability Insurance
• Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Travel Accident Insurance
• Paid Vacation & Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• College Coach Services

As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Equal Opportunity Employer

As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

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