Senior Electrical Project Manager — Multifamily Builds

Actalent; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

Actalent is seeking an Electrical Project Manager to oversee electrical construction projects from preconstruction through closeout in Sunnyvale, CA. You will own financial performance, schedule, documentation, field coordination, and client relationships for large-scale projects typically valued at $2M or more.

You will mentor Assistant Project Managers and Project Engineers, contribute to the growth of the electrical construction team, and ensure NEC compliance.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of electrical project management experience preferred, with the ability to manage projects independently from preconstruction through closeout.
• Proven experience managing electrical construction projects valued at $2M or more.
• Demonstrated electrical construction or electrical project management experience in a commercial or multifamily environment.
• Strong experience managing project budgets, cost projections, schedules, and contracts.
• Hands-on experience managing RFIs, submittals, and change orders throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ability to review and interpret electrical drawings, plans, schematics, and project scope documents.
• Knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and electrical construction requirements.
• Experience coordinating field manpower and project execution with superintendents and foremen.
• Proficiency with Bluebeam for reviewing and marking up drawings and documents.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications for project documentation, reporting, and communication.
• Strong client communication and relationship-management skills, with the ability to serve as the primary project contact.
• Strong organizational, documentation, and time-management skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and make routine project decisions without constant management direction.

Responsibilities

• Review project scope, estimates, drawings, and contracts during project startup to confirm alignment with client expectations and project objectives.
• Establish and maintain detailed project budgets and monthly cost projections, ensuring accurate forecasting and financial control.
• Monitor labor productivity and job costs, identifying and addressing cost or schedule variances in a timely manner.
• Manage RFIs, submittals, and change orders from initial identification through final approval, ensuring proper documentation and tracking.
• Identify, document, and communicate scope changes to ensure legitimate change orders are captured and billed appropriately.
• Coordinate manpower and project execution with superintendents, foremen, and field leadership to ensure efficient field operations.
• Serve as the primary point of contact with general contractors and other stakeholders, including participation in preconstruction meetings prior to mobilization.
• Manage project schedules, contracts, permits, and all required project documentation throughout the project lifecycle.
• Review electrical drawings, plans, schematics, and specifications to verify constructability and compliance with project requirements.
• Lead project closeout activities, including preparation of as-built drawings, warranties, punch lists, and resolution of back charges.
• Provide guidance, mentorship, and professional development support to Assistant Project Managers and Project Engineers.
• Ensure adherence to the National Electrical Code (NEC) and applicable electrical construction standards and requirements.
• Maintain strong client communication and relationship management, addressing issues proactively and supporting repeat business.
• Organize and maintain project records, reports, and documentation to support transparency, compliance, and efficient project management.
• Work independently to make routine project decisions without requiring constant direction, escalating issues as appropriate.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting

Scheduling

RFI/Submittal

Change orders

NEC knowledge

Client relations

Field coordination

Project leadership

Risk management

Tools

Bluebeam

MS Office

Job description

Actalent is seeking an Electrical Project Manager to oversee electrical construction projects from preconstruction through closeout in Sunnyvale, CA. You will own financial performance, schedule, documentation, field coordination, and client relationships for large-scale projects typically valued at $2M or more.

You will mentor Assistant Project Managers and Project Engineers, contribute to the growth of the electrical construction team, and ensure NEC compliance.