Sr. Project Manager - Electrical

The Contractor Consultants; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Annual performance bonus eligibility

401(k) retirement with employer match

Health insurance options

Dental and vision insurance

FSA and EAP

Paid Time Off

Life insurance

Job summary

Kearney Electric - Communications is seeking a Senior Project Manager – Lead Electrical Construction Operations in Phoenix, AZ to drive project performance on commercial, industrial, government builds across Arizona. You will lead multidisciplinary teams and partner with clients to deliver profitable outcomes.

You will mentor engineers, manage quotes and change orders, coordinate with design teams, and ensure on-time, on-budget delivery while maintaining safety and compliance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of electrical construction project management experience.
• Proficiency with electrical estimating tools such as McCormick or Accubid.
• Advanced MS Office, BlueBeam, AutoCAD, and Revit skills.
• Ability to interpret complex architectural, MEP, structural, and electrical specs.
• Strong knowledge of local electrical codes, state regulations, and CCIP/OCIP.

Responsibilities

• Manage all financial, administrative, and operational phases of complex electrical projects to maximize profit margins.
• Direct and mentor project engineers and assistant PMs to build capability.
• Negotiate and manage quotes, bid packages, and change orders.
• Collaborate with engineering on Design-Build scope approval and contract reviews.
• Prepare monthly cost projections, oversee billing, and maintain cash flow.
• Oversee material releases for lighting gear and controls and monitor weekly costs.
• Conduct monthly executive project reviews and maintain client communication.

Skills

Electrical project management

Cost control / financial mgmt

Leadership / mentoring

Contract administration understanding

QA / safety awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or Business Administration

Tools

McCormick Estimating

Accubid

AutoCAD

Revit

BlueBeam

MS Office

Job description

Senior Project Manager – Lead Electrical Construction Operations for Kearney Electric

Job Overview

• Company: Kearney Electric - Communications
• Salary/Pay Rate: $140,000 - $160,000 per year (Salary, Annual Bonus Eligible)
• Location: Phoenix, AZ
• Job/Employment Type: Full Time, Exempt
• Project Scope: Commercial, Industrial, Government, Federal
• Mandatory Licences & Certifications: None Required

The Opportunity

You will drive total project performance and financial success across high-value, complex electrical construction projects throughout Arizona. You will lead multi-disciplinary teams, direct project management staff, and partner closely with key clients to deliver projects profitably. This role empowers you to make strategic decisions, foster key industry relationships, and model company core values on major regional builds.

How You Will Make An Impact

• Manage all financial, administrative, and operational phases of complex electrical projects to maximize profit margins.
• Direct and mentor assigned Project Engineers and Assistant Project Managers to build operational capability.
• Negotiate, prepare, and manage job quotes, bid packages, and change orders in a timely manner.
• Partner with engineering teams on Design-Build scope approval, plan checks, and contract reviews.
• Formulate accurate monthly cost projections, oversee billing cycles, and maintain a positive cash flow position.
• Oversee material releases for lighting gear and controls while monitoring weekly job cost expenditures.
• Conduct monthly executive project reviews and maintain continuous communication with client leadership.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum 5 years of electrical construction project management experience.
• Demonstrated proficiency with electrical estimating tools like McCormick or Accubid.
• High-level mastery of MS Office Suite, BlueBeam, and working knowledge of AutoCAD and Revit.
• Proven ability to interpret complex architectural, MEP, structural, and electrical specifications.
• Deep understanding of local electrical codes, state regulations, and CCIP/OCIP contract administration.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or Business Administration.
• Active LEED AP certification.
• Active OSHA 30-Hour certification.

Compensation & Benefits

• Weekly pay structure with annual performance bonus eligibility.
• Monthly car allowance and company gas card.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match.
• Health insurance options for individual and family coverage.
• Dental and vision insurance plans.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Paid Time Off and comprehensive life insurance coverage.
• Professional development assistance and continuous career training.

About Us

Kearney Electric - Communications is a premier electrical and low-voltage contractor operating across Arizona. Built on trust, team, grit, and growth, we focus on driving innovation and delivering top-tier construction projects.

Discover more about our company vision and culture at https://www.kearneyaz.com/.

Kearney Electric - Communications is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.