What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrical Project Manager position at GIS?
Company Description GIS, founded in 1948 in Grand Isle, LA, has grown from serving the commercial fishing industry to becoming a diversified provider in the oil and gas, power, renewables, and critical infrastructure sectors. The company operates nationally and internationally, supporting projects across their full life cycle, from development and construction through commissioning and decommissioning. With nearly 3,000 employees, 21 strategic facilities, and 20 service lines, GIS offers integrated solutions tailored to complex industrial and energy projects. Team members collaborate across disciplines and locations, giving them exposure to a wide range of projects and professional growth opportunities.
Role Description The Electrical Project Manager is a full-time hybrid role based in Lafayette, Baton Rouge, Covington, New Orleans or Lake Charles LA, with flexibility for some work from home. This role oversees electrical project planning, coordination, and execution to ensure safety, quality, and schedule adherence. Day-to-day responsibilities include managing budgets and timelines, coordinating with electrical engineers, contractors, and other project stakeholders, and reviewing electrical designs and specifications. The Electrical Project Manager monitors field progress, resolves technical and logistical issues, ensures compliance with industry standards and company procedures, and prepares project status reports. This role also supports bidding and proposal efforts, participates in client meetings, and drives continuous improvement in project delivery.
Qualifications
- Strong foundational knowledge of electricity and electrical principles relevant to industrial and energy projects.
- Experience in electrical design, including interpreting drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
- Background in the electrical field, with proven ability to coordinate field activities and manage subcontractors.
- Demonstrated budgeting and cost control skills, including estimating, tracking expenditures, and managing project financials.
- Experience managing projects in the commercial and/or Industirial space, is highly beneficial.
- Proficiency with project management tools and software, and strong organizational and time-management abilities.
- Effective communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work across multidisciplinary teams and engage with clients.
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or a related field preferred; equivalent relevant experience will be considered.
- Knowledge of applicable codes, standards, and safety regulations in electrical and industrial environments.