# Project Manager - Commercial Electrical Construction

> AlphaX · Detroit, United States · Full-time · Posted 2026-10-27

**Salary:** USD 135,000–165,000

**Workplace:** on_site

## Description

We are seeking an experienced **Commercial Electrical Project Manager** to lead commercial electrical construction projects from initial planning through installation, commissioning, and final turnover. The ideal candidate has a proven track record with a **self-performing commercial electrical contractor** and can manage project budgets, schedules, field operations, and client relationships while maintaining quality, safety, and profitability.

## Key Responsibilities

-   Manage commercial electrical construction projects from budgeting and planning through installation, commissioning, and final turnover.
-   Develop project schedules, procurement plans, staffing requirements, and cost forecasts to support timely and profitable project delivery.
-   Coordinate superintendents, foremen, electricians, vendors, subcontractors, and general contractors throughout project execution.
-   Review contracts, electrical drawings, and technical specifications to verify project requirements and identify design conflicts.
-   Manage change orders, RFIs, submittals, material procurement, billing, and project documentation.
-   Monitor job costs, labor productivity, cash flow, and budget variances, implementing corrective actions when needed.
-   Collaborate with estimating, preconstruction, BIM/VDC, and field teams to align design, pricing, and construction activities.
-   Resolve design conflicts, installation challenges, material delays, and scheduling issues to minimize project disruptions.
-   Lead project meetings and maintain clear communication with clients, architects, engineers, and other 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:** Previous experience working for a self-performing commercial electrical contractor.
-   Demonstrated ability to manage commercial electrical projects from initial planning through completion.
-   Strong understanding of electrical installations, construction sequencing, field supervision, and commercial building systems.
-   Experience managing project budgets, schedules, procurement, workforce allocation, cost forecasting, billing, and change orders.
-   Ability to interpret electrical drawings, technical 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 skills.
-   Experience with healthcare, higher education, manufacturing, industrial facilities, or other complex commercial projects is 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

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