Project Manager - Special Systems

Project Manager – Special Systems

Reports To: Project Executive, Special Systems

Location: San Francisco, California | San Francisco Bay Area

Salary Range: $140,000 to $180,000

This position is eligible for the annual performance bonus plan.

Work Setting: Primarily on-site at the project location or in office. Travel frequency and duration vary depending on the role and project timeline.

Compensation: Final determination of a successful candidate’s starting pay will vary based on a number of factors, including market location and may vary depending on job‑related knowledge, skills, education and experience. The pay scale listed for this position is generally for candidates that meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed in this description. We provide a competitive compensation package that recognizes your experience, credentials, and education alongside a robust benefits program to meet your needs.

For more than 70 years, Cupertino Electric, Inc. (CEI) has been powered by people who’ve built a reputation for delivering high‑profile, complex projects. Real, tangible things that alter the landscape and improve lives. We are problem solvers, innovation seekers, team players, safety fanatics, and we always do the right thing.

Our strong project management teams, dedicated in‑house engineering resources and skilled union field staff work together seamlessly to deliver commercial projects that are as innovative and unique as the clients who build them.

As a Construction Project Manager at Cupertino Electric, you will be responsible for the day‑to‑day operations of construction projects and the successful management of a high‑performing team. You will manage the planning, execution, and financial performance of your projects using business practices that are consistent with our company values – people, safety, integrity, innovation, and excellence.

• Manage and lead projects and project teams from qualification, through estimate, pre‑construction, mobilization, execution, and closeout. Ensure all project and contractual agreements are met and performed safely and professionally within established budgets and time frames.
• Establish project execution plan and provide scheduling and coordination for each project. Collaborate with Superintendent and field team to ensure projects are completed on schedule.
• Identify project risks and potential issues. Develop and execute recovery action plans.
• Manage project financials, review and approve invoices, track budget variance, job cost, and productivity, and report on financial performance.
• Successfully negotiate change orders.
• Act as key point of contact with customers and end‑user owners. Manage and develop customer and subcontractor relationships. Source and qualify new opportunities.
• Develop and manage a high‑performance team. Provide mentorship and training to employees to ensure growth and development.

• Aviation & Transit Expertise: Proven experience managing construction projects in live operational environments, such as active airport terminals (SIDA areas) or transit hubs.
• Low Voltage Systems Mastery: Deep technical knowledge of specialized systems, including CCTV, access control, structured cabling (fiber/copper), public address (PA) systems, and baggage handling controls.
• Regulatory Compliance: Familiarity with industry‑specific standards such as FAA Advisory Circulars, TSA screening equipment deployment (SEDS), and local transit authority safety protocols.
• Technical Documentation: Ability to interpret complex blueprints, riser diagrams, and BIM (Building Information Modeling) software for integrated systems.

Tele Data & Fiber Optic Installations: In‑depth understanding of ANSI/TIA, BICSI, and NEC standards for copper and fiber systems; adept at quality control. This is good!

Security & Audio‑Visual Systems: Proficiency in structured cabling and integration of CCTV, access control, PA/VA systems, and smart conferencing solutions. Converged network experience, pre‑functional testing, field of views, testing of door progression and hardware, understanding of QA/QC and commissioning…