A well-established, self-performing commercial electrical contractor in the Detroit metro area is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead commercial electrical projects from start to finish. Supported by in-house estimating and BIM/VDC teams and a consistent backlog of large-scale work, this role offers true project ownership, from initial budgeting through commissioning and final closeout.
The ideal candidate has built a career on the self-perform side of the electrical trade and is confident independently managing budgets, schedules, field operations, and client relationships while safeguarding quality, safety, and profitability on every project. This is a full-time, on-site position.
Key Responsibilities
- Direct commercial electrical projects through every phase, from budgeting and preconstruction planning to installation, commissioning, and turnover.
- Develop and manage project schedules, procurement plans, manpower requirements, and cost forecasts to deliver work on time and on budget.
- Lead and coordinate superintendents, foremen, electricians, vendors, subcontractors, and general contractors throughout construction.
- Evaluate contracts, electrical drawings, and specifications to confirm scope and identify design conflicts before they reach the field.
- Manage change orders, RFIs, submittals, material procurement, progress billing, and project documentation.
- Monitor job costs, labor productivity, cash flow, and budget variances, implementing corrective action as needed.
- Collaborate with estimating, preconstruction, BIM/VDC, and field operations to keep design, pricing, and installation aligned.
- Proactively resolve design conflicts, installation challenges, material delays, and scheduling issues.
- Lead project meetings and maintain clear, consistent communication with clients, architects, engineers, and stakeholders.
- Ensure compliance with contractual obligations, workmanship standards, and jobsite safety requirements.
Requirements
- 5+ years of project management experience with a commercial electrical contractor.
- Required: direct experience with a self-performing commercial electrical contractor.
- Proven history of managing commercial electrical projects from initial planning through completion.
- Strong working knowledge of electrical installations, construction sequencing, field supervision, and commercial building systems.
- Hands-on experience managing project budgets, schedules, procurement, workforce allocation, cost forecasting, billing, and change orders.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, technical specifications, contracts, and construction schedules.
- Experience coordinating across preconstruction, estimating, BIM/VDC, and field operations.
- Sound understanding of electrical labor productivity, material costs, and project financial controls.
- Proficiency with construction project management software and Microsoft Office.
- Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving abilities.
- Preferred: experience on healthcare, higher education, manufacturing, industrial, or other complex commercial projects.
Please Note: This role requires direct project management experience with a self-performing commercial electrical contractor. Backgrounds limited to electrical design, consulting, coordination, or subcontractor administration will not meet the core requirements.
Benefits
- Competitive base salary commensurate with experience.
- Performance-based bonus opportunities.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) with company contribution.
- Paid time off and company holidays.
- A strong, steady pipeline of large-scale commercial electrical projects.
- Dedicated in-house estimating and BIM/VDC support.
- Clear opportunities for project ownership, leadership, and career advancement.
- A collaborative, team-oriented culture.