Electrical Project Manager - Service & Special Projects
JH Kelly
- Seattle, WA
- $43.00-57.00 per hour
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Safety and Quality Assurance: Promote and enforce company safety and quality protocols, fostering a culture of safety. Review all project-related documents (drawings, submittals, samples, shop drawings) to ensure compliance with contractual specifications and quality standards. Resolve any safety or quality issues promptly.
- Project Planning and Management: Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, and control systems, accounting for variances and ensuring timely completion. Create accurate cost-at-completion projections and manage estimates to control costs. Ensure in-house and subcontractor work complies with contract requirements.
- Team Leadership and Development: Direct, mentor, and manage project staff, including interns, field engineers, and project engineers, to ensure successful execution. Train and develop team members to enhance their skills and performance.
- Technical Oversight and Compliance: Provide technical support, perform field engineering tasks (e.g., calculations, design drafting for temporary construction solutions), and ensure compliance with contract specifications and the National Electrical Code (NEC).
- Communication and Coordination: Maintain proactive communication with management, providing regular updates on project status and scheduling. Coordinate work to facilitate the permit process and represent the company in meetings with stakeholders, including clients, vendors, and subcontractors.
- Procurement and Change Management: Manage procurement, take off quantities, and prepare pricing for changes. Write and manage RFIs and change orders to address project modifications efficiently.
- Financial Accountability: Ensure billings are prepared and collected timely manner. Consistently achieve greater-than-bid margin profits and develop repeat business with clients to satisfy shareholders.
- Continuous Improvement and Documentation: Assess project processes for improvement opportunities, implement best practices to enhance efficiency and quality. Maintain thorough documentation of all project activities and decisions for accountability and transparency.
- Build and maintain proactive, collaborative relationships with shop and field craft personnel, JH Kelly operating groups, customer representatives, vendors, suppliers, subcontractors, and internal teams (e.g., Safety, CAD/BIM, Accounting, IT).
- Proven experience in the electrical trade, such as a journeyman or master electrician license, or completion of an accredited electrical apprenticeship program
- Equivalent hands-on experience in electrical construction or project coordination
- Technical trade school or associate’s degree in a related field (e.g., Electrical Technology, Construction Management) is a plus
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline is welcome but not required
- 5+ years of experience managing the full Project Management life cycle in the electrical industry
- 5+ years of prior electrical field experience preferred (e.g., as an electrician or foreman) strongly preferred
- A background or experience in electrical design, industrial controls, the electrical construction process, and the NEC is highly preferred
- Expertise in all responsibilities of the project, showing proficiency and mastery with consistent positive results and growth:
- Scheduling, budgeting, planning, and managing projects
- Scheduling baseline, impact claims, and negotiation of soft subjects
- Risk assessment and communication (internal & external)
- Billings, forecasting, and resource management
- Consistently achieving above-bid margin profits and securing repeat business.
- Experience in multiple markets or sectors is preferred.
- Proficiency in Critical Path Method (CPM) scheduling using MS Project or similar tools is preferred.
- Must be able to travel to various construction job sites as needed.
- Commitment to safety and quality.
- Strong leadership skills to lead, mentor, and hold project teams accountable.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Self-motivated, proactive, and able to take initiative.
- Highly organized and productive, with the ability to prioritize workload.
- Ability to build and cultivate proactive, collaborative relationships with craft personnel, clients, suppliers, subcontractors, and internal teams.
- Comfortable managing multiple tasks and projects in a fast-paced environment.
- Energetic and eager to tackle new projects and ideas.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, Bluebeam, and Accubid Classic Estimating; intermediate Excel skills required.
- Ability to effectively adapt and leverage AI technologies to optimize project processes, including scheduling, cost forecasting, and workflow efficiency.
- Above-average knowledge of project management, construction management, contracts, quality assurance/control, and safety.
- Strong ability to read and interpret drawings and isometrics.
- Ability to conceptually visualize projects and implement financially successful plans.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Willingness to work overtime as needed.
- Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and make a significant impact.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Collaborative and inclusive company culture.
- Ongoing learning and development opportunities.
- Career growth potential within a rapidly expanding organization.
- A commitment to innovation and excellence.
- Compensation: $43-$57 per hour (DOE), FLSA non-exempt (OT eligible).
- Annual Performance Bonuses.
- Profit Sharing.
- Comprehensive Medical/Vision/Rx – Dental/Ortho coverage (JH Kelly pays 87.5% of total premiums).
- Paid Vacation (PTO model) and Holidays.
- 401K with a 50% company match of the first 6% employee contribution.
- Life Insurance, AD&D, STD & LTD – paid 100% by JH Kelly.