What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Electrical Project Manager – Data Center / Mission Critical ($10M+ Projects) position at JE Richards, Inc. a Phalcon Company?
About J.E. Richards
J.E. Richards, Inc., a Phalcon company, is a leading electrical contractor delivering complex commercial, mission-critical, and hyperscale data center projects across the country. Our work is driven by a QSP mindset, Quality, Safety, and Productivity, and built by teams who understand how to execute at a high level in fast-paced, high-stakes environments.
We are expanding into Oklahoma and are looking for strong leadership to help deliver large-scale electrical projects successfully.
Position Overview
We are seeking a Senior Electrical Project Manager to lead $10M to $50M electrical construction projects in Stillwater, Oklahoma. This role requires full ownership of project execution, including financial performance, contract management, and client relationships.
You will partner closely with General Foremen and field leadership to drive productivity, maintain schedule, and deliver strong project outcomes. This is a high-impact role for someone who understands how electrical work is built in the field and can translate that into disciplined planning and execution.
This is not a field superintendent role. This position is responsible for project-level financial ownership, contract strategy, and overall project performance.
What You’ll Do
- Lead $10M to $50M electrical construction projects from preconstruction through closeout.
- Own project financial performance, including forecasting, WIP, cash flow, and cost-to-complete
- Develop and drive project execution strategy, including work packaging, procurement planning, and installation sequencing
- Partner with General Foremen and field leadership to drive productivity and maintain QSP standards
- Manage change orders, pricing, negotiations, and contract complianceOversee RFIs, submittals, procurement, and documentation through your project team
- Coordinate with BIM, VDC, and Prefabrication teams to align design, fabrication, and field installation
- Build and maintain strong relationships with GCs, owners, and key partners
- Lead and mentor Project Managers, APMs, and Project Engineers
- Drive project closeout, including punch lists, turnover documentation, and client acceptance
Minimum Requirements
- Proven experience managing $10M electrical construction projectsBackground in electrical contracting, not GC-only experience
- Demonstrated ownership of project financials including forecasting, WIP, and cost-to-complete
- Experience partnering directly with field leadership to drive installation and productivity
- Strong understanding of electrical systems, installation methods, and project execution
Preferred Experience
- 10 to 15 years in electrical construction
- Experience with data center or mission-critical projects
- Background managing fast-track or multi-phase projects
- Experience mentoring and developing project teams
Tools and Systems
- Viewpoint Vista for job cost and labor tracking
- Procore, Autodesk Build, or similar
- Bluebeam Revu
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Primavera P6 preferred
Work Environment
This is an on-site leadership role based in Stillwater, Oklahoma, with daily interaction across jobsite operations, field leadership, and project teams
Pay: $135,000.00 - $175,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- What is the largest electrical project by dollar value you have personally managed with full financial responsibility?
- What systems have you used for job cost tracking and project management (Vista, Procore, etc.), and how hands-on were you with them?
- Are you able to work on-site in Stillwater, Oklahoma five days per week?
Experience:
- Project management: 7 years (Required)
- Commercial construction: 7 years (Required)
- Forecasting: 7 years (Preferred)
- Work in Progress reporting: 7 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Journeyman Electrician (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Stillwater, OK 74074 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Stillwater, OK 74074: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Willingness to travel:
- 25% (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $135,000 - $175,000