Lead Electrical Project Manager
Listed on 2026-05-31
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Engineering
Electrical Engineering, Operations Manager
Location - North Dakota (Full-Time On-Site with 2 trips home per month)
The OpportunityWe are seeking an experienced Lead Electrical Project Manager to join a leading General Contractor delivering a large-scale Hyperscale Data Center project in North Dakota. This is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing all electrical and MEP project operations from preconstruction through commissioning and handover.
The ideal candidate will come from a strong MEP or electrical contracting background with proven experience delivering mission-critical projects. Previous hyperscale data center experience is highly preferred; however, candidates with experience in semiconductor, advanced manufacturing, industrial, or other highly technical construction environments will also be considered.
This is a full-time site-based role with two company-supported trips home per month.
Key Responsibilities- Lead all electrical project delivery activities across a major hyperscale data center build
- Manage electrical subcontractors, vendors, consultants, and field teams to ensure safe and efficient execution
- Oversee project schedules, budgets, procurement, risk management, and reporting
- Coordinate closely with client representatives, design teams, commissioning teams, and internal operations leadership
- Drive quality assurance and ensure compliance with project specifications and industry standards
- Support preconstruction planning, sequencing, constructability reviews, and value engineering efforts
- Monitor productivity, manpower planning, and project performance metrics
- Ensure all work is delivered in accordance with safety, quality, and commissioning requirements
- Lead issue resolution and maintain strong stakeholder communication throughout the project lifecycle
- Support turnover, commissioning, and final project closeout activities
- Proven experience as an Electrical Project Manager or Senior MEP Project Manager on large-scale construction projects
- Strong background working for a General Contractor, Electrical Contractor, or MEP Contractor
- Candidates with semiconductor, advanced manufacturing, mission-critical, industrial, or highly technical project experience are encouraged to apply
- Strong understanding of electrical systems, MEP coordination, commissioning, and project delivery processes
- Experience managing large subcontractor packages and fast-track construction schedules
- Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to work full‑time on‑site in North Dakota
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related discipline preferred
- Base Salary:
Up to $160,000+ - Guaranteed Monthly Project Incentive
- Accommodation / Relocation Assistance
- Sign-On Bonus
- Annual Performance Bonus
- Project Completion Bonus
- Full Benefits Package including Health, Dental, Vision & 401(k)
This is an opportunity to play a leading role on one of the most technically advanced construction sectors in the industry. You will join a high-performing project team delivering a landmark hyperscale data center while benefiting from a highly competitive compensation package, long-term career progression, and exposure to cutting-edge mission-critical construction.
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