Construction Project Manager

Since 1935, Ferguson Electric has been providing the Western New York region with exceptional electric repair and construction services. We have the experience and skill to be our customer’s “connection to quality”. Our professional team has handled a majority of the construction and service contracts for the commercial and industrial facilities in the area. We have the skill, experience, and the dedication to properly address all electrical repair and construction needs.

Ferguson Electric’s Project Manager – Construction Division reports to the Chief Operating Officer while strongly upholding and promoting the organization’s core values.

• Build relationships with customers and introduce the complete portfolio of Ferguson services where appropriate.
• Collaborate across all Ferguson divisions when working with new and existing customers to ensure exceptional project delivery.
• Adhere to IBEW rules and regulations and all customer, local, state, and federal codes and standards.
• Manage and oversee construction project lifecycle to include:
  • Contract, finance, and budget: understand the full scope of a project based on contract documents or scope letter.
  • Manage customer requests for estimates in a timely manner.
  • Manage and track the change order process to effectively keep the project moving forward, including maintaining the contract value in Foundation is accurate with the work being performed.
  • Manage and prepare all invoicing per the contract and/or the customer’s specific requirements.
  • Track and review weekly project committed costs, actual cost vs estimated costs, and estimated cost to complete the project.
  • Set up and review weekly cost codes for projects over 1,000 man‑hours.
  • Create and manage subcontracts for necessary work.
• Project manpower, documentation, and schedule:
  • Work collaboratively with the foreman to ensure the project is appropriately staffed and field employees have all required tools and equipment to perform their job safely and efficiently.
  • Procure materials with intention of just‑in‑time delivery; resolve delivery issues and site logistics challenges with safety and efficiency in mind.
  • Work with other trades on the jobsite to meet project objectives.
  • Manage the submittal approval process to ensure compliance with contract specifications and installation methodology when required.
  • Create and drive a construction schedule that aligns with the owner or construction manager’s schedule.
  • Create and manage all participation requirements per the project contract.
  • Manage the RFI process.
  • Ensure project closeout documents are submitted in a timely manner.
• Transfer knowledge and maintain effective documentation throughout all phases of the project.

• Experience as a Project Manager on hard bid and design‑build large projects.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (construction, project management, engineering, etc.) preferred.
• Five years in the commercial electrical trade, preferably running projects as a foreman.
• Field experience coordinating with construction management.
• Extensive knowledge of project scheduling, bids, take‑offs, change orders, and contracts.
• Demonstrated ability to develop relationships and assist in winning projects.
• Demonstrated ability to run a profitable portfolio.
• Exceptional initiative, execution, and communication skills, both oral and written.
• Exceptional analytical, motivational, and leadership skills.
• Journeyman or Master Electrician’s license a plus.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced work environment with tight deadlines.

Ferguson Electric recognizes the value of diversity in our workforce. We are committed to equal opportunity. We consider all qualified employment applicants without regard to race, religion, color, gender, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, partnership status, protected veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Individuals who hold legal work authorization applicable to employment at Ferguson Electric in the United States will be considered without regard to citizenship/alienage.