Electrical Construction Project Manager/Estimator
Jobot · Santa Clara, CA · 2 wk ago
On-siteProject Management$125k–$175k/yrFull-time
This role is with a well-established Northern California electrical contractor that has been a trusted name in commercial electrical construction for over 40 years. The company delivers complex projects throughout the Bay Area, specializing in education, public works, design-build, modernization, and site electrical construction.
About the role
This is an opportunity to play a key role in both preconstruction and project execution, working directly with leadership, clients, field teams, and design professionals. The ideal candidate enjoys wearing multiple hats, creating accurate estimates, and driving projects from award through closeout.
- Established and respected electrical contractor with decades of successful project delivery throughout Northern California
- Diverse project portfolio including educational facilities, campus modernizations, athletic facilities, commercial buildings, and site electrical work
- Opportunity to work on highly visible projects with long-term repeat clients
- Strong backlog and stable work environment
- Direct access to leadership and meaningful influence on project success
- Growth-oriented culture where high performers can expand their responsibilities and advance their careers
Responsibilities
- Prepare conceptual, budgetary, and hard-bid electrical estimates
- Review drawings, specifications, and contract documents
- Perform quantity takeoffs and solicit vendor/subcontractor pricing
- Develop project budgets, schedules, manpower forecasts, and procurement plans
- Manage commercial electrical projects from kickoff through closeout
- Lead client meetings and maintain strong relationships with owners, general contractors, architects, and engineers
- Manage change orders, RFIs, submittals, material procurement, and project documentation
- Monitor project financial performance, productivity, and schedule compliance
- Coordinate closely with field leadership to ensure successful project execution
- Support Design-Build and Design-Assist delivery methods
Requirements
- Experience estimating and/or managing commercial electrical construction projects
- Strong understanding of electrical systems, distribution, lighting, and low-voltage infrastructure
- Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, and contract documents
- Experience with public work, education, healthcare, commercial, or institutional construction is highly preferred
- Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
- Experience with Design-Build and Design-Assist projects is a plus
- Proficient with estimating software, Excel, and project management platforms
Benefits
- Competitive base salary
- Performance incentives
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Vehicle allowance or company vehicle
- Long-term advancement opportunities
Pay
$125,000 - $175,000 per year