We are seeking an experienced Commercial Electrical Project Manager to lead commercial and industrial electrical construction projects from preconstruction through final closeout. This role will have full ownership of project schedules, budgets, procurement, field coordination, cost control, and client communication while ensuring projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to a high standard of quality.
The ideal candidate has extensive experience working for an electrical contractor or electrical subcontractor, understands commercial electrical systems and construction practices, and can independently manage multiple projects while maintaining strong financial and operational performance.
Responsibilities
Manage multiple commercial and industrial electrical projects from contract award through final completion
Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, labor forecasts, procurement plans, and cost projections
Coordinate daily project needs with Superintendents, Foremen, field crews, subcontractors, vendors, and suppliers
Serve as the primary point of contact for owners, general contractors, engineers, architects, inspectors, and other project stakeholders
Review electrical drawings, specifications, contracts, RFIs, submittals, change orders, and other construction documentation
Monitor project costs, labor productivity, forecasts, and overall profitability
Identify and resolve schedule, budget, procurement, manpower, and field coordination issues
Lead project meetings and provide regular updates on progress, milestones, financial performance, and project risks
Coordinate material purchasing, equipment deliveries, subcontractor schedules, and other project logistics
Prepare, negotiate, track, and manage change orders while ensuring additional work is properly documented and approved
Support inspections, testing, commissioning, punch-list activities, and final project turnover
Ensure projects comply with applicable electrical codes, contract requirements, safety regulations, and quality standards
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, contractors, vendors, and project partners
Requirements
5+ years of project management experience in commercial or industrial electrical construction
Previous experience working for an electrical contractor or electrical subcontractor required
Valid Connecticut E-1 or E-2 Electrical License required
Strong knowledge of commercial electrical systems, installation methods, construction sequencing, and industry practices
Proven ability to manage electrical projects from preconstruction through final closeout
Strong experience with project budgeting, forecasting, cost control, procurement, change orders, and labor management
Ability to read and interpret electrical plans, specifications, contracts, and construction documents
Proficiency with Procore, Bluebeam, Microsoft Project, or similar construction management platforms
Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Ability to independently manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced construction environment
Candidates available to start within the next month are preferred
Benefits
$100,000–$110,000 salary, based on experience
401(k) with company contribution
Paid time off and company holidays
Stable and collaborative work environment
Opportunity to lead a diverse portfolio of commercial and industrial electrical projects
Long-term career growth and advancement opportunities
Numbers & Facts
Location
Hartford, CT
Salary
$100,000–$110,000 Per Year
Skills
Budget Managementunmatched
Budgetingunmatched
Change Order Managementunmatched
Change Requests/Ordersunmatched
Commissioningunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Constructionunmatched
Construction Contractsunmatched
Construction Document Setunmatched
Construction Managementunmatched
Construction Projectsunmatched
Contract Requirementsunmatched
Cost Controlunmatched
Cost Estimatesunmatched
Cost Forecastingunmatched
Customer Relationsunmatched
Documentationunmatched
Electrical Engineeringunmatched
Electricityunmatched
Financial Operationsunmatched
Forecastingunmatched
Leadershipunmatched
Logisticsunmatched
Microsoft Projectunmatched
Multitaskingunmatched
Negotiation Skillsunmatched
Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
Procurement Planningunmatched
Profit & Loss Forecastingunmatched
Project Scheduleunmatched
Project Trackingunmatched
Project/Program Coordinationunmatched
Project/Program Managementunmatched
Purchasing/Procurementunmatched
Quality Metricsunmatched
Regulationsunmatched
Safety Trainingunmatched
Schedule Developmentunmatched
Systems Administration/Managementunmatched
Team Playerunmatched
Testingunmatched
Time Managementunmatched
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