# Project Manager - Commercial Electrical Construction

> AlphaX · Detroit, United States · Full-time · Posted 2026-10-20

**Salary:** USD 135,000–165,000

**Workplace:** on_site

## Description

We’re hiring a **Commercial Electrical Project Manager** to lead complex electrical construction projects, taking ownership of project planning, financial performance, field execution, and final delivery. The ideal candidate has a strong background with a **self-performing commercial electrical contractor** and can manage projects while coordinating directly with field teams and construction partners.

**Key Responsibilities**

-   Direct electrical construction projects through budgeting, planning, installation, commissioning, and final turnover.
-   Establish project schedules, purchasing plans, staffing requirements, and cost projections to keep work on track and profitable.
-   Lead coordination among superintendents, foremen, electricians, vendors, subcontractors, and general contractors.
-   Review contracts, electrical plans, and technical specifications to confirm project requirements and identify potential conflicts.
-   Manage change orders, RFIs, submittals, material orders, billing, and project documentation.
-   Track job costs, labor performance, cash flow, and budget variances, implementing corrective measures when needed.
-   Partner with estimating, preconstruction, BIM/VDC, and field teams to align design, pricing, and construction activities.
-   Work through design clashes, installation challenges, material delays, and scheduling conflicts before they affect project delivery.
-   Conduct project meetings and maintain regular communication with clients, architects, engineers, and other stakeholders.
-   Enforce contractual obligations, workmanship standards, and jobsite safety requirements throughout construction.

## Requirements

-   5+ years of project management experience with a commercial electrical contractor.
-   **Required: Previous experience with a self-performing commercial electrical contractor.**
-   Track record of managing commercial electrical projects from initial planning through completion.
-   Strong understanding of electrical installations, construction sequencing, field supervision, and commercial building systems.
-   Experience overseeing budgets, schedules, procurement, workforce allocation, cost forecasting, billing, and change management.
-   Ability to interpret electrical drawings, specifications, contracts, and construction schedules.
-   Experience coordinating preconstruction, estimating, BIM/VDC, and field operations.
-   Knowledge of electrical labor productivity, material costs, and project financial controls.
-   Proficiency with construction project management software and Microsoft Office.
-   Strong leadership, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving abilities.
-   Experience with healthcare, higher education, manufacturing, industrial facilities, or other complex commercial projects is highly preferred.

## Benefits

-   Competitive salary based on experience
-   Performance-based bonus opportunities
-   Health, dental, and vision insurance
-   401(k) with company contribution
-   Paid time off and company holidays
-   Steady pipeline of large-scale commercial electrical projects
-   Dedicated estimating and BIM/VDC resources
-   Opportunities for project ownership, leadership, and career growth
-   Collaborative team environment

## Apply

[Apply at AlphaX](https://apply.workable.com/alphax/j/210A663067/apply)

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