Senior Electrical Project Manager

Clayton Services is searching for a Senior Electrical Project Manager to join a thriving company in the Houston area. The Senior Electrical Project Manager will be responsible for overseeing electrical power distribution projects from initial planning through completion, managing budgets and schedules, coordinating vendors and field personnel, and ensuring projects meet technical specifications, safety standards, and customer expectations.

Job Type: Direct Hire

Pay Rate: $100,000 - $150,000 annually

Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, and more.

Senior Electrical Project Manager Responsibilities:

• Manage electrical power distribution projects from initial planning through installation, testing, commissioning, and final closeout.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, forecasts, and resource plans.
• Review electrical drawings, one-line diagrams, technical specifications, equipment submittals, and vendor documentation.
• Coordinate with engineers, manufacturers, vendors, subcontractors, and field personnel to ensure successful project execution.
• Oversee the procurement, delivery, installation, and startup of electrical distribution equipment.
• Monitor project costs, schedules, and deliverables while identifying and resolving potential risks and delays.
• Conduct site visits to evaluate project progress, address technical challenges, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Provide technical support and guidance related to electrical equipment, installation procedures, testing, and commissioning activities.
• Maintain regular communication with customers and stakeholders regarding project status, timelines, and deliverables.
• Ensure compliance with applicable electrical codes, industry regulations, and workplace safety requirements.
• Troubleshoot equipment and project-related issues while coordinating solutions with technical teams.
• Manage project documentation, change orders, financial reporting, and closeout activities.

Senior Electrical Project Manager Skills and Abilities:

• Strong technical understanding of electrical power distribution systems, including low-, medium-, and high-voltage equipment.
• Extensive knowledge of electrical equipment such as transformers, switchgear, switchboards, circuit breakers, protective relays, motor control centers (MCCs), power distribution centers, and substations.
• Ability to interpret electrical drawings, one-line diagrams, technical specifications, and equipment documentation.
• Strong project management skills, including scheduling, budgeting, forecasting, risk management, and cost control.
• Understanding of electrical installation practices, testing procedures, commissioning requirements, and equipment startup activities.
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical equipment issues and communicate technical solutions effectively.
• Working knowledge of NEC, OSHA, NESC, and applicable electrical safety standards.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Project, Primavera, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, or similar project management and technical software.
• Excellent leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to coordinate multiple projects and work effectively with customers, engineers, contractors, and field personnel.

Senior Electrical Project Manager Education and Experience:

• Proven experience managing electrical projects involving power distribution equipment, electrical infrastructure, or industrial power systems required.
• Strong hands-on technical experience working with electrical equipment in field service, installation, testing, commissioning, maintenance, or manufacturing environments strongly preferred.
• Previous experience as an electrical technician, field engineer, commissioning specialist, electrical construction professional, or similar technical role preferred.
• Experience managing electrical equipment procurement, delivery, installation, testing, and startup activities.
• Experience supporting utility, industrial, renewable energy, data center, or infrastructure projects preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field preferred. Equivalent hands-on industry experience will be considered.
• PMP certification, state electrical license, NETA certification, or other relevant industry credentials are a plus.

Senior Electrical Project Manager - Immediate need. Apply today!