Project Manager I - Electrical Construction (ATX)

About the role

The Project Manager I is responsible for independently managing small to mid-sized electrical construction projects or defined scopes within larger projects, ensuring delivery meets contract requirements, schedule commitments and financial objectives. Operating within the Project Team under the Operations function, the role covers day-to-day project activities, acts as a key point of contact for internal stakeholders and supports client interactions. It is a full-time, on-site position in Austin.

Key responsibilities

• Manage projects from kickoff through closeout, keeping them aligned with contract, schedule and budget
• Develop project schedules, short-term lookaheads and coordination plans with field leadership
• Track budgets, commitments, labor productivity and forecast financial performance
• Prepare, submit and track change orders, supporting negotiation within defined authority
• Coordinate subcontractors, vendors and suppliers, and manage procurement, material buyouts and long-lead items
• Oversee documentation such as RFIs, submittals, logs and correspondence
• Manage owner billing, including AIA pay applications, lien waivers and collections follow-up
• Take part in client and contractor meetings, identify risks and issues and ensure compliance with safety, quality and company policies
• Support closeout, punch list completion, commissioning coordination and final documentation turnover

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business or a related field preferred; equivalent education and electrical construction experience may be considered
• Working knowledge of electrical construction systems, installation methods and project sequencing
• Ability to interpret drawings, specifications and contract documents independently
• Strong understanding of project cost components and ability to manage budgets and basic financial forecasting
• Effective communication, organizational and problem-solving skills
• OSHA 10 certification required or obtainable within a defined timeframe; valid driver's license required; CPR/First Aid and NFPA 70E exposure preferred

Required skills

• Proficiency in project management software (Procore, Autodesk, etc.) and Bluebeam
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Basic understanding of scheduling tools and trade coordination