Electrical Project Manager

About Us

Over the past six decades, we’ve built Kiely Family of Companies to focus on customer success and design-build capabilities. Established in 1952 by John F. Kiely Sr., we rely on a culture of teamwork, technological innovation, and high ethical standards to deliver successful solutions. ENR 500 and 600 ranked for engineering and construction, Kiely serves customers with a diversified list of services, including full-service engineering, utility construction, heavy highway, hot mix asphalt production, equipment sales and leasing, recycling services, and residential and commercial building, leasing, and maintenance.

Our team members are an elite group of behind-the-scenes professionals who embody Kiely’s core values, empowering, partnering, and advancing together.

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Electrical Project Manager to oversee electrical contracting projects. The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical foundation in electrical contracting, proven financial oversight capabilities, and a track record of long-term commitment and professional stability.

In this role, you will manage the full project lifecycle—from reading specs and preparing cost estimates to value engineering, contract execution, job costing, and field oversight.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize project scope with or without formal blueprints.
• Read, interpret, and analyze design documents, specifications, contract documents, and exhibits.
• Prepare comprehensive cost estimates and negotiate change orders.
• Identify and propose value engineering solutions to maximize efficiency and cost savings.
• Solicit equipment and material price quotes; negotiate best vendor buy prices.
• Monitor project performance by tracking work-in-place against estimated costs.
• Review and manage all financial data and job costing using Foundation Accounting Software.
• Negotiate project pricing directly with customers.
• Facilitate and manage all necessary contract documentation (contracts, purchase orders, insurance certificates, submittals, W-9s, tax-exempt forms, etc.).
• Conduct weekly site visits with customers, superintendents, and field personnel.
• Apply practical knowledge of the latest National Electrical Code (NEC) to identify and correct code or installation issues in the field.
• Serve as the primary point of contact between office operations, field crews, and clients.

Requirements

• In-depth knowledge of electrical contracting principles and current NEC compliance.
• Experience with estimating software (McCormick experience is a strong plus).
• Familiarity with construction accounting platforms (Foundation Accounting Software preferred).
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Outlook), with advanced spreadsheet creation skills.
• Excellent organizational, negotiation, and time-management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for client and field interaction.
• Ability to solve complex technical and field installation issues independently.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Comprehensive health and dental insurance
• Paid vacation
• Competitive retirement plan