Electrical Project Manager

JH Kelly is seeking an Electrical Project Manager to join our Electrical Service and Special Projects Team in Seattle, WA. This isn’t just about managing projects—it’s about leading with precision, embracing cutting‑edge tools like AI, and delivering safe, high-quality results that exceed expectations. If you thrive in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment and want to make a lasting impact with a legacy construction leader, this is your opportunity.

Celebrating over a century of excellence, JH Kelly is a fourth‑generation, family‑owned construction powerhouse known for tackling complex commercial and heavy industrial projects. With offices in Vancouver, Longview, Seattle, Bellingham, WA, and Milwaukie, OR, we’re an industry leader fueled by an award‑winning team committed to safety, quality, and a dynamic, tight‑knit culture. Learn more about our story at

As an Electrical Project Manager, you’ll lead the full lifecycle of electrical projects up to $1M, from preconstruction to turnover, ensuring safety, quality, and profitability. You’ll oversee design, virtual construction, fabrication, field installation, and startup while leveraging innovative tools to optimize workflows. This role is about execution, leadership, and collaboration—driving project success while mentoring teams and building strong stakeholder relationships.

$43–$57 per hour (DOE), FLSA non‑exempt (OT eligible).

• Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, and control systems, ensuring timely completion at or below budget.
• Create accurate cost‑at‑completion projections and manage estimates to maximize profitability.
• Oversee construction activities, ensuring compliance with contract specifications, the National Electrical Code (NEC), and JH Kelly’s safety and quality standards.

• Direct and mentor project staff, including interns, field engineers, and project engineers, fostering their growth and ensuring successful execution.
• Act as a proactive liaison between project teams, clients, vendors, subcontractors, and internal groups (e.g., Safety, CAD/BIM, Accounting, IT).
• Represent JH Kelly in stakeholder meetings, coordinating work to facilitate permits and ensure alignment with project goals.

• Manage procurement, perform quantity takeoffs, and prepare pricing for change orders.
• Write and manage RFIs and change orders to address project modifications efficiently.
• Ensure timely billings and collections to maintain financial accountability and achieve above‑bid margin profits.

• Leverage AI and tools like Bluebeam, Accubid, and MS Project to optimize scheduling, forecasting, and workflow efficiency.
• Assess project processes for improvement opportunities, implementing best practices to enhance quality and efficiency.
• Maintain thorough documentation of all project activities for accountability and transparency.

• Experience
  : 5+ years managing the full project lifecycle in the electrical industry, with 5+ years of prior electrical field experience (e.g., electrician, foreman) strongly preferred. Proven expertise in scheduling, budgeting, risk assessment, and achieving above‑bid profits.
• Skills
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  Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Bluebeam, Accubid Classic Estimating, and CPM scheduling tools (e.g., MS Project). Strong leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills to manage teams and stakeholders in a fast‑paced environment.
• Mindset
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  Proactive, self‑motivated, and collaborative, with a commitment to safety, quality, and driving innovation through technology.
• Education
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  Technical trade school, associate’s degree in Electrical Technology or Construction Management, or equivalent experience. A bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field is a plus but not required. Journeyman or master electrician license or accredited apprenticeship completion preferred.
• Knowledge
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  Strong understanding of electrical design, industrial controls, the NEC, and construction processes. Experience in multiple markets or sectors is a plus.
• Requirements
  :
  Valid…