Construction Project Manager

Construction Project Manager – Electrical

This role leads and manages electrical construction projects from award through final closeout, with a strong focus on cost control, scheduling, safety, and client satisfaction. The position oversees large industrial and semiconductor-related electrical scopes, prepares estimates and change orders, and drives project profitability while building long-term relationships with owners, general contractors, vendors, and internal partners.

Responsibilities

• Plan, manage, and execute electrical construction projects from initial award through final closeout, ensuring scope, schedule, and budget objectives are met.
• Track job costs, monitor financial performance, and proactively manage project profitability throughout the project lifecycle.
• Prepare, update, and deliver monthly project status reports, including percent-complete and cost-to-complete analyses.
• Perform detailed electrical take-offs and prepare accurate estimates for new work, change orders, and scope revisions.
• Review construction documents and drawings to define project scope, identify risks, and verify constructability and compliance with standards.
• Make informed decisions related to project cost, schedule, risk, and overall performance, escalating issues when necessary.
• Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with owners, general contractors, vendors, and internal teams to support successful project delivery.
• Support business development efforts by identifying opportunities to cross-sell integrated services and expand work with existing clients.
• Coordinate, schedule, and direct field labor in collaboration with field leadership to align manpower with project milestones and productivity goals.
• Review master schedules with field leads and support the development of short-interval and look-ahead schedules to keep work progressing efficiently.
• Promote and actively support an injury-free workplace by reinforcing a strong safety culture and adherence to safety policies and procedures.
• Negotiate scopes of work, pricing, and contract terms while ensuring compliance with contractual requirements and company standards.
• Review and interpret construction contracts and detailed scope proposals to ensure alignment with project objectives and risk management practices.
• Manage project schedules using established construction scheduling methods and tools to maintain on-time delivery.
• Collaborate closely with estimating, procurement, and field operations to ensure accurate material ordering, timely delivery, and effective resource allocation.
• Maintain clear, professional communication with all project stakeholders and provide timely updates on progress, changes, and issues.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 5 years of construction project management experience in the regional market.
• Hands-on project management experience in electrical construction, ideally on large electrical scopes up to $10+ million.
• Prior experience supporting semiconductor or industrial construction projects strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience reviewing electrical construction drawings and producing detailed cost estimates.
• Strong working knowledge of electrical codes, standards, and construction methods.
• Ability to read, interpret, and draft construction contracts and detailed scope proposals.
• Experience managing project schedules using established construction scheduling methods.
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Estimating software experience required;
  Con Est preferred.
• Proven ability to develop and maintain successful client and contractor relationships.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining financial and schedule control.
• Experience working with or for electrical contractors on complex projects.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with industrial and semiconductor project environments.
• Familiarity with large-scale electrical construction projects and high-value scopes.
• Exposure to estimating platforms such as Accubid or similar tools.
• Construction management or related technical education is beneficial.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to support accurate forecasting and decision-making.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with field leadership and cross-functional teams.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, growth-oriented division within a large electrical contracting organization.

Work Environment

This is a full-time, in-office position based in Northwest Portland. You will work in a professional office environment closely connected to active construction projects, collaborating daily with project managers, estimators, and field leadership. The role offers the opportunity to contribute to a new and growing division within one of the country's largest electrical contracting organizations. The company provides a 401(k) plan with an employer match and offers the potential for a discretionary year-end bonus, reflecting both individual and company performance.

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