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Electrical Project Manager
Location: Costa Mesa, CA (In-office)
Reports To: Senior Electrical Engineer / Principals
Works With: Engineers, designers, and drafters
About the Firm
We are a focused electrical consulting engineering firm providing electrical power, lighting, and fire alarm design services for a diverse portfolio of projects. Our work spans healthcare, K-12 education, multifamily, and commercial facilities, with healthcare and education representing our fastest-growing markets. We value technical excellence, collaboration, and long-term client partnerships.
Position Summary
The Electrical Project Manager will play a key role in the design and delivery of electrical systems for healthcare and K-12 education projects.
This position is responsible for managing the technical execution of projects from concept through construction, coordinating with internal teams and external stakeholders, and ensuring high-quality, code-compliant design solutions.
This role is well-suited for an experienced electrical engineer who enjoys hands-on design work, project ownership, and client interaction, and who is looking to continue growing technically while taking on increasing project responsibility.
Key Responsibilities
Project Engineering & Design
- Develop and coordinate electrical designs including power distribution, lighting systems, low-voltage systems, and fire alarm systems.
- Prepare drawings, specifications, calculations, and technical documentation for healthcare and education projects, including renovations and new construction.
- Ensure designs comply with applicable codes and standards (NEC, NFPA, Title 24, healthcare requirements, etc.).
- Perform quality control reviews and address comments from clients, reviewers, and authorities having jurisdiction.
Project Coordination & Client Interaction
- Manage assigned projects or portions of larger projects, supporting schedules, budgets, and deliverables.
- Serve as a day-to-day technical point of contact for clients, architects, and consultants.
- Participate in client meetings, design coordination meetings, and construction administration activities.
- Support field reviews, RFIs, submittal reviews, and contractor coordination.
Team Collaboration & Mentorship
- Coordinate work with designers, drafters, and junior engineers.
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to less-experienced staff.
- Collaborate closely with senior engineers and principals on complex design challenges.
Business & Process Support
- Contribute technical input to proposals and project pursuits as needed.
- Assist with improving internal workflows, standards, and design processes.
- Stay current with evolving codes, technologies, and best practices in healthcare and education design.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field required.
- PE license preferred, but not required
- 4 years of electrical engineering experience, ideally including healthcare and/or K-12 projects.
- Strong understanding of electrical building systems and applicable codes and standards.
- Proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, and standard electrical design software.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
- Clear communication skills and a collaborative, team-oriented mindset.
What Success Looks Like
- Independently manages electrical design tasks and project deliverables with minimal oversight.
- Produces accurate, coordinated, and high-quality construction documents.
- Builds strong working relationships with clients, consultants, and internal teams.
- Supports junior staff development while maintaining project efficiency and quality.
- Contributes positively to client satisfaction and repeat business.
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary Range: $140k-$170k equity opportunities
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, retirement contributions, and PTO
- Professional development support and licensing assistance
- Long-term growth opportunities within a stable and collaborative firm
Salary : $140,000 - $170,000