# Project Manager - Commercial Electrical Construction

> AlphaHire · Detroit, United States · Full-time · Posted 2026-06-09

**Salary:** USD 135,000–165,000

**Workplace:** on_site

## Description

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead commercial electrical construction projects within a self-perform electrical contractor environment. Projects include healthcare, hospital, university, and institutional construction work.

This is a hands-on leadership role with full ownership of project execution from preconstruction through final closeout. The ideal candidate has a strong electrical contractor background, understands the complexity of large commercial projects, and can independently manage field operations, schedules, project financials, and client relationships.

You will work closely with estimating, BIM/VDC, field leadership, and executive teams while maintaining direct accountability for project coordination, profitability, execution, and client satisfaction.

### **Responsibilities**

-   Lead commercial electrical construction projects from preconstruction planning through final completion
-   Manage field execution by coordinating electricians, foremen, subcontractors, vendors, and internal project teams
-   Serve as the primary point of contact for general contractors, clients, inspectors, and project stakeholders
-   Review and interpret electrical drawings, specifications, schedules, and construction contract documents
-   Oversee RFIs, submittals, change orders, procurement, scheduling, and cost tracking throughout the project lifecycle
-   Collaborate with estimating and preconstruction teams to ensure smooth project turnover and scope alignment
-   Partner with BIM/VDC teams to support accurate coordination and field execution
-   Monitor project profitability, identify risks early, and implement proactive solutions
-   Maintain organized project documentation and provide consistent reporting updates to senior leadership
-   Drive successful project delivery while maintaining safety, quality, schedule, and client satisfaction standards

## Requirements

-   5+ years of commercial electrical project management experience required
-   Experience working for an electrical contractor is required
-   Commercial electrical experience required — GC-only or residential-only backgrounds will not be considered
-   Experience managing projects in the $3M–$15M+ range preferred
-   Strong understanding of scheduling, cost control, field coordination, and change order management
-   Healthcare, hospital, university, or institutional project experience strongly preferred
-   Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, specifications, and construction documents
-   Experience with Bluebeam, Accubid, Procore, or similar construction management software preferred
-   Proven ability to independently manage projects from start to finish with minimal oversight
-   Strong leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills

## Benefits

-   $125,000–$140,000 base salary plus bonus potential
-   Health insurance and benefits package
-   Retirement plan options
-   Paid time off
-   Strong pipeline of large-scale commercial electrical projects
-   Collaborative environment with dedicated estimating and BIM/VDC support

If you’re an experienced electrical construction professional looking for an opportunity to lead complex commercial projects within a stable and growth-oriented contractor environment, we’d love to hear from you.

## Apply

[Apply at AlphaHire](https://apply.workable.com/alphax/j/840EC0DD55/apply)

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