Traveling Project Manager

Mid-City Electric/Technologies; Westerville (OH); Hybrid; USD 98,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% paid medical, dental, and vision

On-site fitness center

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

401(k) with company contributions

PTO including birthday off

Job summary

Mid-City Electric is seeking a Traveling Project Manager to lead large commercial electrical construction projects from inception to completion. Based in Westerville, Ohio, the role requires about 75% travel to active project sites and close collaboration with general contractors, vendors, and internal teams.

You will develop plans, schedules, and budgets, monitor costs, ensure safety and quality, and mentor Project Engineers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management or related field or extensive experience in electrical service and construction.
• Demonstrated leadership responsibility.
• Working knowledge of electrical construction, design, finance, and project management.
• Ability to travel approximately 75% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage one or more large commercial electrical projects from inception to completion.
• Develop project plans, schedules, and budgets aligned with client requirements and company goals.
• Coordinate with general contractors, vendors, subcontractors, and suppliers for timely delivery.
• Conduct status meetings, provide progress updates, and resolve issues.
• Monitor costs, implement cost controls, and mitigate financial risks.
• Ensure safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.
• Supervise Project Engineers and Coordinators when assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Electrical construction knowledge

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Accubid

Project management software

Estimating software

Job description

Here at Mid-City Electric, you’re not just joining a company, you’re joining a community that takes pride in building something bigger together. Collaboration, respect, and ownership are at the heart of everything we do (and yes, we mean that literally, we’re 100% employee-owned!).

Our people-first culture has earned us recognition as a five-time Top Workplace, but what really sets us apart is how much we invest in our team’s growth, well-being, and success. From day one, you’ll share in our ownership through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan, and enjoy benefits that make life easier and brighter -like 100% paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family, a low-deductible PPO plan, automatic 401(k) contributions, generous PTO (including your birthday off!), and even an on-site fitness center to help you recharge. The modern, welcoming office here reflects the energy and innovation of the people inside it.

If you’re ready to join a team where your work matters, your ideas are valued, and your career can truly grow, we want to hear from you.

TRAVELING PROJECT MANAGER

As a Traveling Project Manager at Mid-City Electric, you will take ownership of large commercial projects, including data centers, hospitals, and medical facilities. You will lead project teams, manage budgets and schedules, and deliver results that meet or exceed client expectations. This role is based in Westerville, Ohio, and requires approximately 75% travel to project sites. A remote work arrangement may be considered when the employee is located within reasonable proximity to an active project site and can maintain regular field engagement and project oversight.

What You Will Be Doing:

• Lead and manage one or multiple commercial electrical construction projects from inception to completion.
• Develop project plans, schedules, and budgets to ensure alignment with client requirements and company goals.
• Coordinate with general contractors, vendors, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials and services.
• Conduct regular project status meetings, provide progress updates, and resolve issues that arise.
• Monitor project costs, implement cost-control measures, identify financial risks, and develop appropriate mitigation strategies.
• Ensure compliance with all safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain proactive and effective communication with customers, internal teams, and business partners.
• Prepare project documentation, including progress reports, change orders, and closeout reports.
• Assist with the bidding process and contract negotiations as needed.
• Lead efforts to continually improve project delivery processes.
• Supervise the work of Project Engineers and Project Coordinators when assigned.
• Collaborate with the Director of Safety to ensure field operations personnel have the training and resources necessary to perform their work safely.

Key Experience to Hit the Ground Running:

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management or a related field, or extensive experience in electrical service and construction.
• Demonstrated leadership responsibility.
• Working knowledge of electrical construction, design, finance, and project management.
• Ability to improve employee performance through effective leadership and management practices.
• Thorough understanding of applicable industry standards, best practices, and their impact on project activities.
• Proficiency with project management and estimating software and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to travel approximately 75% of the time.

What Would Really Make You Shine:

• LEED certification
• Accubid experience
• Professional certification such as PMP or CCM
• Proficiency with project management and estimating software, including Microsoft Office.
• Thorough understanding of industry standards, best practices, and their impact on project activities.
• Ability to communicate effectively and build productive working relationships across all levels of the organization.
• Organized and systematic approach to work.
• Strong attention to detail, with the ability to identify errors and implement corrective action.
• Sound judgment and a logical, disciplined approach to problem-solving.
• Commitment to the company's core values of Exceptional Work Ethic, Always Doing the Right Thing, Customer Service Driven, and Treating Our People Like Family.

What Would Earn You Continued Career Growth & Development:

• Consistently deliver projects safely, on schedule, within budget, and at or above established quality standards.
• Build strong customer relationships that support repeat business and referrals.
• Foster effective project-team collaboration through clear communication, defined responsibilities, and accountability.
• Promote a strong safety culture and minimize incidents through consistent compliance and proactive leadership.
• Apply effective cost controls to reduce financial risk and maximize project profitability.
• Drive continuous improvement to increase the efficiency and consistency of project delivery.

Why Join Mid-City Electric?

• Compensation for the Traveling Project Manager role ranges from $98,000 to $135,000 annually depending on experience
• Additional travel considerations for compensation may be made to align with project assignment requirements and needs
• Annual bonus potential
• 100% paid medical, dental, and vision premiums for employees and their dependent family members
• Medical is a traditional PPO plan with a low deductible of $300
• $45,000 of free life insurance for all employees with the opportunity to purchase more coverage at low group rates
• We are 100% employee-owned! As an Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP), you will receive company stock annually
• Short and long-term disability plans
• Flex spending accounts for medical and dependent care
• Accident and critical illness plans available
• 15 days of PTO in the first year
• Education reimbursement
• Cell phone reimbursement
• 9 paid holidays (including your birthday!)
• Automatic 401(k) contributions of 3% of salary, regardless of individual contribution, plus the opportunity for profit-sharing contributions
• On-site fitness center and training
• Employee Assistance Program
• Referral bonuses
• Financial and health wellness programming
• Fantastic office with great amenities conveniently located in Westerville