Senior Project Manager - Electrical Construction

ZipRecruiter; Germantown (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Senior Project Manager to oversee electrical acceptance testing and maintenance projects. This role involves managing project timelines, costs, and client relationships while collaborating with various departments. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and at least 5 years of project management experience in the electrical construction field.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) with match

Profit sharing and retirement plans

Generous paid time off

Tuition assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness programs

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in project management, preferably in electrical construction.
• Knowledge of HV, MV, and LV systems; OSHA 10 certification is required.
• PMP and Professional Engineer certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee electrical acceptance testing and maintenance projects from bidding to completion.
• Manage schedules, milestones, and financial tracking.
• Conduct jobsite visits and meetings.

Skills

Communication

Organizational

Time Management

Analytical

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Job description

Job Description

Salary: $90,000-$120,000

Summary:

The Senior Project Manager oversees electrical acceptance testing and maintenance projects from bidding to completion. Responsibilities include task delegation, timeline creation, cost management, risk mitigation, and client relationship management. The PM collaborates with all other departments, including purchasing, accounting, engineering, and safety, as well as field supervision, general contractors, construction managers, and inspectors.

What you'll do:

1. Project & Account Management:

• Manage schedules, milestones, and financial tracking.
• Nurture customer relations and manage expectations.
• Manage change orders and their impact on project progression.
• Oversee change orders and coordinate material procurement.
• Handle billing processes.

Estimating:

• Analyze project specs and plans.
• Determine materials take-off and review bids.
• Submit project estimates.

Business Development:

• Maintain customer relationships.
• Manage large accounts and aim for $1M in new business annually.

Site Management:

• Conduct jobsite visits and meetings.
• Build trust with field staff and collaborate with site superintendents.

Leadership:

• Mentor assistant project managers and project managers.
• Take responsibility for project outcomes and financials.
• Collaborate with office personnel and manage expectations.

What you'll need for success:

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5 years experience in project management, preferably in electrical construction.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and time management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Knowledge of HV, MV, and LV systems; general construction safety knowledge; OSHA 10 certification.
• PMP and Professional Engineer certifications are a plus.
• Experience at a NETA Accredited company is a plus.
• Willingness to travel to job sites approximately 10% of the time.

About Electrical Energy Experts:

Since 1993, we have provided electrical testing and maintenance services for low, medium, and high voltage systems, employing skilled electricians and NETA-certified technicians. Our services include acceptance testing, engineering studies, and predictive maintenance, focusing on safety, performance, and reliability across renewable energy, manufacturing, Data Center, and healthcare markets.

Working with us offers:

• Support, tools, and resources for success
• A collaborative, engaging, and respectful workplace
• Fulfilling career opportunities and skills development

Our values:

• E: Everyone United
• N: Nurture Communication
• E: Enforce Accountability
• R: Relationships Matter
• G: Growth and Development
• Y: You Make the Difference

We offer a competitive salary, benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, profit sharing, retirement plans, life insurance, generous paid time off, tuition assistance, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness programs.

Electrical Energy Experts is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.