Sr. Project Manager - Electrical

Senior Project Manager – Electrical Construction

LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a large commercial mechanical and HVAC contractor based in Queens, NY, to identify an experienced Senior Project Manager – Electrical Construction. This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established organization with a strong reputation for delivering complex commercial, industrial, institutional, and specialty construction projects throughout the New York metropolitan area.

The organization offers a collaborative environment, a robust project pipeline, and the opportunity to lead high-profile electrical construction initiatives across a diverse portfolio of projects.

The Senior Project Manager will oversee the full lifecycle of major electrical construction projects—from preconstruction planning and budgeting through execution, financial management, and project closeout.

The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience managing large-scale commercial electrical projects, strong leadership capabilities, and the ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders while maintaining project schedules, budgets, and quality standards.

• Lead all phases of commercial electrical construction projects from inception through completion.
• Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, procurement plans, and resource allocation.
• Oversee installation of electrical systems including power distribution, switch gear, lighting, fire alarm, emergency power, and low-voltage systems.
• Coordinate field operations, subcontractors, vendors, and project teams to ensure successful project delivery.
• Monitor project performance and proactively resolve issues impacting scope, schedule, or budget.
• Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, and project documentation.

• Develop and maintain project budgets, forecasting, and cost tracking.
• Ensure compliance with contract requirements and project specifications.
• Review and negotiate subcontractor proposals and supplier pricing.
• Support project billing, cash flow management, and financial reporting.
• Track project profitability and identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, consultants, architects, engineers, and general contractors.
• Lead project coordination meetings and maintain clear communication across all project stakeholders.
• Partner with estimating and preconstruction teams during project handoff and planning phases.
• Mentor and develop Project Engineers and Assistant Project Managers.
• Foster a collaborative and solutions-oriented project culture.

• Drive project scheduling strategies, risk mitigation plans, and value-engineering initiatives.
• Manage labor planning and resource utilization, including work performed in union environments.
• Stay informed on industry trends, material procurement challenges, and evolving project delivery methodologies.
• Identify and implement process improvements that enhance project execution and operational efficiency.

• 8+ years of Project Management experience within electrical construction.
• Proven success managing large commercial, healthcare, educational, institutional, industrial, or infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems including power distribution, switch gear, lighting, emergency power, and low-voltage systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Experience utilizing construction management software such as Procore, Bluebeam, MS Project, Primavera, or similar platforms.
• Strong financial management skills, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost control.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and client-facing abilities.

• Experience working in union construction environments, including Local 3.
• Electrical Engineering degree or related technical background.
• Experience with design-build and design-assist project delivery methods.
• OSHA certifications or other construction-related credentials are a plus.

• Competitive base salary: $125,000 – $175,000
• Comprehensive medical benefits
• Opportunity to lead high-profile NYC-area projects
• Collaborative and experienced leadership team
• Strong backlog of work and long-term career stability
• Professional growth and advancement opportunities

LHH Recruitment Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply.