Senior Project Manager - Federal

About Us

Intermountain Electric (IME) brings decades of experience as a trusted leader in electrical contracting. Founded in 1946, we began as a small company in Denver, CO, and have since grown to be part of the largest specialty contractor in North America. Today, we work with owners and contractors nationwide, delivering complex construction solutions across various industries, including aviation, mission critical, entertainment, and healthcare.

At IME, our people are our most valuable asset. We are committed to fostering a culture that prioritizes safety, quality, and professional growth. Joining IME is more than just finding a job—it's about building a career with opportunities to advance and make an organizational impact. Power your future with IME and be a part of a team that drives success in every project.

For 80 years, Intermountain Electric, Inc. (IME) has been a trusted partner on the front lines of some of the most essential electrical projects, delivering safe, smart, and reliable electrical solutions through our people and partnerships, the IME Way.

Through strategic planning, collaboration, and technical excellence, and guided by our values of Integrity, Safety, Ingenuity, Relationships, Craftsmanship, and Spark, we empower our professionals to innovate, support our field teams, and strengthen the partnerships that move our work forward.

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Position Summary

The Senior Federal Project Manager leads large-scale federal construction projects, providing strategic and operational leadership across project planning, scheduling, resource management, financial performance, and client relationships. This role collaborates across departments and oversees a team of project managers to drive project success and organizational alignment. As a senior leader, the Senior Federal Project Manager sets the standard for quality, accountability, and ethical leadership while ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest performance standards.

Key Responsibilities

Project Planning & Strategic Ingenuity

• Develop and lead comprehensive project plans that define scope, objectives, deliverables, and timelines for complex electrical projects.
• Strategically identify and allocate human and material resources to ensure optimal project execution while balancing risk, cost, and schedule.
• Lead, coordinate, and align multidisciplinary project teams, including subcontractors and internal partners, to drive consistency and performance.
• Establish clear expectations, assign responsibilities, and provide direction to ensure effective resource utilization and adherence to critical milestones.
• Continuously monitor project risks, identify issues early, and adjust plans to maintain project continuity and compliance with federal requirements.

Quality Control & Craftsmanship

• Implement quality control procedures to ensure all construction activities meet federal and organizational standards.
• Conduct regular inspections and collaborate with clients, designers, field teams, and subcontractors to address quality concerns proactively.
• Monitor construction progress, lead regular status meetings, and ensure schedules are maintained throughout all phases of construction.
• Ensure complete, accurate, and timely project documentation, reinforcing transparency, accountability, and integrity.

Budget Management & Financial Stewardship

• Lead oversight of project financials, including forecasting, cost control, and risk exposure, with a strong emphasis on responsible stewardship and value delivery.
• Review and negotiate client contracts, including scope, terms, schedules, and services, ensuring alignment and clarity…