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Project Manager

O'Connell Electric Company
Syracuse, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 4/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/21/2026
As a Project Manager, you will be the central person responsible for bringing projects in on time, within budget, with quality workmanship, and meeting customer expectations. This role is responsible for scheduling and sequencing construction activities involving components such as labor, materials, equipment, and sub-contractors. You will also manage and resolve various conflicts that may arise on projects and ensure that the work environment is productive and safe.

Must have an electrical background.

Responsibilities

The following duties and responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by this position.

  • Develop detailed and accurate project estimates utilizing estimating software.
  • Participate actively in proposal development and acquisition of projects.
  • Maintain accountability for project execution and successful completion.
  • Accurately forecast project costs, expenses, and utilization of resources.
  • Function as the primary contact with the client in delivery of project.
  • Participate in transitional meetings with Division Managers and/or estimating department to review plans and specifications to gain understanding of project.
  • Establish project objectives, procedures, and performance standards according to corporate policies.
  • Interface with all project team members while promoting and maintaining open communication.
  • Collaborate with co-workers and other supporting offices or divisions to achieve deliverables.
  • Organize project documents and drawings using designated software according to corporate policies.
  • Manage and direct subcontractors and material procurement.
  • Manage day-to-day administrative items such as, RFIs, submittals, contracts, change orders, etc.
  • Lead periodic project meetings internally and with the customer to ensure all deliverables are achieved.
  • Implement lessons learned and strive for continuous improvement while embracing technology enhancements.
  • Perform project close out and cost reconciliation.
  • Coach and support project team members with tasks you assign them.

Qualifications

  • Must have 5 years of electrical background.
  • Must have 3 years of project management, estimating and cost control skills.
  • Demonstrated understanding of civil, architectural, mechanical, and general construction techniques.
  • Excellent interpersonal, conflict resolution and communication skills.
  • Strong planning, leadership and team building skills.
  • Proficient in the use of computerized systems and project management software – specifically MS Office, MS Project, Primavera (P6) and Accubid estimating software.
  • Extensive knowledge of safety protocols and procedures.
  • Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks, changing priorities, as necessary.
  • Ability to work under time pressure and adapt to changing requirements with a positive attitude.
  • Ability to be initiative-taking, proactive and an effective collaborator.
  • Ability to interact effectively and professionally with all levels of employees, both management and staff alike, vendors, clients, and others.
  • Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

Compensation

The minimum and maximum annual salary that O’Connell Electric Company, Inc. believes in good faith to be accurate for this position at the time of this posting is between $95,000 to $130,000 annually.

It is important to O’Connell Electric that potential candidates for this position understand that compensation depends on numerous factors including the geographic location where the role will be performed, skills required, experience, complexity, travel, and market rate. O’Connell Electric aims to reward performance and attract top talent with competitive, fair pay and benefits. Please note that the top of the salary range represents exceptional, and/or senior-level positions, which meet all required qualifications. Actual offers take candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience into account.

Equal Employment Opportunity

O’Connell Electric is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. O’Connell Electric affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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