Electrical Project Manager

Job description

Job Title: Electrical Project Manager
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee a diverse portfolio of projects within multiple sectors.

This role involves managing complex projects, ensuring they align with organizational and executive objectives to improve operational and financial goals.
Responsibilities

+ Manage a portfolio of complex projects within multiple sectors that span one or multiple lines of business.

+ Provide on-site leadership for project team by building and motivating team members to meet project goals, adhering to their responsibilities and project milestones.

+ Manage all aspects of multiple related projects to ensure alignment to the achievement of strategic objectives.

+ Report on project success criteria results, metrics, test and deployment management activities.

+ Demonstrate strong knowledge in construction cost estimation and project financial projections.

+ Identify areas of scope creep to mitigate risk and handle design errors and project change orders.

+ Participate in establishing practices, templates, policies, tools, and partnerships to expand and mature project management capabilities.

+ Prepare estimates and detailed project plans for all phases of the project.

+ Coordinate with general superintendents and foremen to review revised project labor hours and set expectations for completion.

+ Procure adequate resources to achieve project objectives in planned timeframes.

+ Manage day-to-day project activities and resources, communicating additional requirements and impacts with the Vice President of Construction.

+ Monitor staff performance and complete performance reviews.

+ Provide status reporting regarding project milestones, deliverables, dependencies, risks, and issues, communicating across leadership.

+ Act as an internal quality control check for the project, managing ongoing quality control and participating in quality issue resolution.

+ Assist in dispute, negotiation, arbitration, or litigation, as needed.

+ Support formal/informal schedules to manage the engagement contract.

+ Understand project specifications for installation and ensure the project team understands the requirements.

+ Develop and manage all aspects of the project from planning, external vendor relationships, communications, resources, budget, change, risks, and issues.

+ Delegate tasks and responsibilities to appropriate personnel.

+ Monitor, track, and control outcomes to resolve issues, conflicts, dependencies, and critical path deliverables.

+ Coach, mentor, motivate, and supervise project and program teams.

+ Deliver appropriate and effective executive-level communication.

+ Ensure projects and programs are proceeding according to scope, schedule, budget, and quality standards.

Essential Skills

+ 7+ years of experience in the electrical construction industry.

+ 5+ years of experience with full product lifecycle management and understanding of development lifecycle.

+ Strong leadership, diplomatic, and motivational skills.

+ Proficiency in MS Project, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; Project Sight, Procore, Blue Beam.

+ Experience negotiating with vendors and subcontractors.

+ Experience drafting and submitting budget proposals.

+ Experience leading projects to on-time, on-schedule, and within budget.

+ Strong communication skills, both written and oral.

+ Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.

+ Ability to adapt to shifting priorities, demands, and timelines through analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ E1/E2 license preferred.

+ Experience with change orders, budgeting, scheduling, RFIs, submittals, take-offs, buyouts.

+ Experience in commercial, healthcare, and multifamily project types.

+ Experience with Accubid, BlueBeam, Procore software.

+ Project management skills and experience in electrical circuit, electrical wiring, construction, installation, bidding, low voltage, and conduit.

Work Environment
This is a full-time position based in the office with occasional visits to job sites.

The role involves working on projects primarily in Fairfield, New Haven, Hartford, and Litchfield counties.

The office environment supports a culture of teamwork, innovation, and excellence, with a focus on professional growth and development.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Newtown, Connecticut
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $130000.00 - $150000.00/yr.
Health Insurance – Medical, dental, and vision coverage.401(k) Retirement Plan – Often with company matching.Paid Time Off (PTO) – Vacation, sick days, and personal time.Professional Development – Training programs, certifications, or tuition reimbursement.Flexible Work Arrangements – Hybrid or remote work options.Employee Wellness Programs – Mental health support, gym memberships, or wellness stipends.Performance Bonuses – Incentives based on individual or company performance.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Newtown,CT.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 31, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions.

We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market.

With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.

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