Senior Electrical Project Manager

Senior Electrical Project Manager — DIRECT HIRE/PERMANENT!

Reference Number: 378502

Published Date: 05/05/2026

Job Type: Permanent

Industry: Architecture and Engineering

Hours: Full Time

Manpower Engineering is exclusively partnering with a reputable, well-established and growing company in New Berlin, WI on a highly visible and direct hire/permanent Senior Electrical Project Manager position that offers strong development and growth opportunities and is available due to succession planning.

The company has enjoyed 48 years of continued success, is financially sound, and positioned for continued growth. They are a well-rounded and trusted electrical services provider that delivers high-quality industrial, commercial, and specialty electrical solutions and does everything from concept to completion. Our client is committed to craftsmanship, safety, and long-term client relationships. Their sales doubled in the last 5 years and the company has grown 2.5x over the past 5-6 years.

• Compensation: Up to a base salary of $160,000 plus yearly bonus, depending on qualifications/experience.
• Full Benefits Package: Health, Dental, Vision Insurance, 401k match, paid vacation time and holidays, etc.
• Relocation assistance: Available.

The Senior Electrical Project Manager is responsible for leading projects from conception through completion – planning, coordinating, and overseeing projects to ensure they are completed on time, within budget, and aligned with company standards. This role requires strong leadership, communication, technical ability, and organizational skills.

• Project Management:
  Manage all phases of electrical projects, from initial planning to final closeout; develop project schedules, budgets, and work plans; coordinate manpower scheduling, material procurement, and equipment needs; review drawings, specifications, and project documents.
• Client & Stakeholder Coordination:
  Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, contractors, engineers, and suppliers; maintain strong customer relationships; lead project meetings, provide updates, and resolve issues proactively.
• Financial Management:
  Prepare and manage project budgets, cost estimates, and forecasts; review and approve change orders, subcontractor invoices, and progress billings; track job costs and ensure profitability targets are achieved.
• Quality & Safety:
  Ensure projects meet company quality standards and electrical codes (NEC, state, local regulations); maintain a strong focus on jobsite safety and compliance with company and OSHA requirements; conduct project walkthroughs and inspections as needed.
• Team Leadership:
  Collaborate with field supervisors and electricians to coordinate daily activities; provide guidance, support, and problem-solving to ensure smooth project execution; promote a positive, team-oriented work environment.

• Master Electrician License is a plus. Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field is a plus. Professional Engineer License is a plus.
• 15+ years of experience preferred; open to 10+ years.
• Experience doing electrical design work for industrial projects from customer ideas/drawings preferred; open to commercial projects (2000‑amp and/or medium voltage).
• Ability to change designs based on customer budget.
• Experience estimating industrial projects preferred; open to estimating commercial projects.
• Knowledge of ladder logic is a plus.
• Ability to project manage from concept to completion.
• Must also be able to sell projects to the customer.

New Berlin, WI