Traveling Project Manager | Large Electrical Construction

Mid-City Electric Co.; Westerville (OH); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership

Top Workplace recognition

Healthcare coverage for you and family

401(k) plan

PTO including birthday off

Job summary

Mid-City Electric Co. in Westerville, OH is seeking a Traveling Project Manager to lead commercial electrical construction projects from inception to completion.

You will develop project plans, schedules, and budgets, coordinate with general contractors, vendors, and customers, and ensure safety, quality, and on-time delivery.

Join our employee-owned team and share in our ownership through the ESOP. We are a Top Workplace with a strong growth culture and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management or a related field; extensive experience may substitute.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage one or multiple commercial electrical construction projects from inception to completion.
• Develop project plans, schedules, and budgets to align 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 mitigation strategies.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain proactive communication with customers, internal teams, and business partners.
• Prepare project documentation including progress reports, change orders, and closeout reports.
• Assist with bidding processes and contract negotiations as needed.
• Lead efforts to continually improve project delivery processes.
• Supervise Project Engineers and Project Coordinators when assigned.
• Collaborate with the Director of Safety to ensure field personnel have training and resources to perform safely.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management or a related field

Job description

We believe great work starts with great people. That's why we’ve built a company where employees are respected, supported, and empowered to grow.

Why Choose Mid-City

People First

We treat our team like family. Respect, safety, and support are non-negotiables here.

Employee-Owned Mindset

As an employee-owned company, your work directly contributes to shared success.

From apprenticeships to leadership development, we invest in your future and promote from within whenever possible.

Local Impact

We build in the communities where we live, work, and raise our families — and that pride shows in every project.

Hear It From Us!

"There’s a real sense of ownership. Everyone wants to do quality work because it matters — to the company and to each other."

Project Manager

"I’ve worked a lot of places, but Mid-City is different. You’re respected here, and leadership actually listens."

"I started green and never felt like I was on my own. The training and support helped me grow faster than I expected."

"There’s a real sense of ownership. Everyone wants to do quality work because it matters — to the company and to each other."

Project Manager

"I’ve worked a lot of places, but Mid-City is different. You’re respected here, and leadership actually listens."

Position:Traveling Project Manager | Large Electrical Construction

Location: Westerville, OH

Job Id:154

# of Openings:1

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

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