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Project Manager - Commercial Electrical Construction

AlphaX
Detroit, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 10/25/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/24/2026

We’re seeking an experienced Commercial Electrical Project Manager to lead complex electrical construction projects from planning through final turnover. The ideal candidate has experience with a self-performing commercial electrical contractor and can manage project finances, schedules, field teams, and client relationships.

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee electrical construction projects from budgeting and planning through installation, commissioning, and final turnover.
  • Develop project schedules, procurement plans, staffing requirements, and cost forecasts to ensure timely and profitable delivery.
  • Coordinate superintendents, foremen, electricians, vendors, subcontractors, and general contractors.
  • Review contracts, electrical drawings, and technical specifications to confirm project requirements and identify conflicts.
  • Manage change orders, RFIs, submittals, material procurement, billing, and project documentation.
  • Monitor job costs, labor productivity, cash flow, and budget variances, implementing corrective actions as needed.
  • Collaborate with estimating, preconstruction, BIM/VDC, and field teams to align design, pricing, and construction activities.
  • Resolve design conflicts, installation challenges, material delays, and scheduling issues before they affect project delivery.
  • Lead project meetings and maintain communication with clients, architects, engineers, and other stakeholders.
  • Ensure compliance with contractual requirements, workmanship standards, and jobsite safety procedures.
  • 5 years of project management experience with a commercial electrical contractor.
  • Required: Previous experience with a self-performing commercial electrical contractor.
  • Proven ability to manage commercial electrical projects from initial planning through completion.
  • Strong knowledge of electrical installations, construction sequencing, field supervision, and commercial building systems.
  • Experience managing budgets, schedules, procurement, workforce allocation, cost forecasting, billing, and change orders.
  • Ability to interpret electrical drawings, specifications, contracts, and construction schedules.
  • Experience coordinating preconstruction, estimating, BIM/VDC, and field operations.
  • Knowledge of electrical labor productivity, material costs, and project financial controls.
  • Proficiency with construction project management software and Microsoft Office.
  • Strong leadership, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
  • Experience with healthcare, higher education, manufacturing, industrial facilities, or other complex commercial projects preferred.
  • Competitive salary based on experience
  • Performance-based bonus opportunities
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company contribution
  • Paid time off and company holidays
  • Steady pipeline of large-scale commercial electrical projects
  • Dedicated estimating and BIM/VDC resources
  • Opportunities for project ownership, leadership, and career growth
  • Collaborative team environment

Salary : $135,000 - $165,000

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