Senior Project Manager - Electrical Construction

About the role

The Senior Project Manager leads the company's largest, most complex and highest-value electrical construction projects or portfolios, with full accountability for project performance, financial outcomes, contract execution and client satisfaction. Working within the Project Team under the Operations function, the role partners with Branch Managers, Project Executives and field leadership, acts as a primary executive-level contact for clients and mentors Project Managers and Assistant Project Managers.

Key responsibilities

• Lead large, complex projects or multiple concurrent projects, keeping them aligned with contracts, schedules and financial objectives
• Own and manage project or portfolio P&L, including budget, forecasting, margin optimization and financial risk
• Develop execution strategies covering sequencing, logistics, staffing and resource planning
• Serve as executive-level contact for clients and general contractors, building long-term relationships
• Lead contract strategy and administration, including negotiation, risk evaluation and change orders, claims and disputes
• Drive cost control, productivity improvement and cost recovery
• Oversee procurement of major equipment, subcontractors and vendors, including high-value and long-lead items
• Mentor Project Managers and Assistant Project Managers and coordinate with field leadership, engineering, BIM, prefabrication and service teams
• Manage enterprise-level risks and provide executive-level reporting on project and portfolio performance
• Support business development, client retention and expansion, and ensure safety, quality and regulatory compliance
• Oversee project closeout, commissioning and turnover

Required profile

• Proven track record delivering large-scale electrical construction, mission-critical or complex service projects
• Ability to lead high-performing teams and drive results in safety, quality, financial performance and client experience
• High level of independent judgment, leadership and business acumen
• Regular presence on multiple project sites and frequent interaction with executives and clients

Required skills

• Advanced knowledge of electrical construction, service operations and project execution methods
• Strong financial acumen and advanced understanding of contract administration and change management
• Ability to read drawings, specifications and contract documents
• Proficiency in project management platforms, scheduling tools and Microsoft Office Suite
• Understanding of OSHA safety standards