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Senior Project Manager – Utility & Industrial Electrical Construction
McPhee Electric Ltd., a Phalcon Company
McPhee Electric is a leader in utility, industrial, and large-scale commercial electrical construction across the Northeast. We deliver mission-critical power infrastructure for transmission, substations, and industrial facilities with an unwavering commitment to Quality, Safety, and Productivity (QSP).
We’re seeking a Senior Project Manager ready to take ownership of $50M projects and grow toward executive leadership. This is more than project management—it’s leading through QSP excellence, mentoring future leaders, and shaping client strategy for long-term success.
What You’ll Do
- Lead major utility and industrial projects with focus on safety, quality, and performance.
- Drive schedules, budgets, and risk while ensuring operational discipline.
- Develop and mentor PMs, APMs, and field leaders in QSP-driven execution.
- Build trust with utility and industrial clients through results and reliability.
What You Bring
- 10 years in utility or industrial electrical construction with multimillion-dollar project leadership.
- Strong financial, technical, and people-management skills.
- Collaborative, mentor-oriented leadership style grounded in QSP principles.
Why McPhee
Lead high-profile projects, advance toward executive roles, and join a culture where Safety is standard, Quality is habit, and Productivity is teamwork.
Compensation is tailored to experience and performance, with a comprehensive package that rewards results and growth.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $150,000.00 - $225,000.00 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):
- How many years of experience do you have managing utility or industrial electrical construction projects (e.g., substations, transmission, distribution, industrial power)?
- What is the largest electrical project value you have directly managed from preconstruction through closeout?
- Have you managed projects while working for an electrical contractor or subcontractor responsible for execution, cost control, and field performance?
Education:
- Bachelor's (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Syracuse, NY 13209 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $150,000 - $225,000