Electrical Project Manager

About the role

LPA is a collective of designers, engineers, and researchers dedicated to addressing significant global challenges. Our "No Excuses" integrated design approach has been recognized by the American Institute of Architects (AIA) as a trailblazer in sustainable, high-performance architecture. As an Electrical Project Manager, you will be part of a dynamic team that is reshaping how the industry thinks about design and carbon emissions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and/or oversee complete electrical drawings for schematic design, design development, and construction documents in collaboration with internal teams, architects, clients, and consultants.
• Lead the electrical design effort and coordinate with other disciplines to define requirements for equipment power, lighting, and special systems throughout the project scope.
• Apply a strong understanding of design standards and code requirements related to medium-voltage and utility systems.
• Contribute to projects of varying types, sizes, and complexities, including large-scale, technically complex projects and those incorporating emerging industry technologies.
• Develop creative and effective electrical design solutions using sound engineering judgment; evaluate alternative electrical distribution schemes based on cost, efficiency, space constraints, constructability, and performance.
• Prepare project labor hour and fee estimates; review construction cost estimates; write, edit, and develop project specifications as needed.
• Perform feasibility studies for existing facilities and electrical systems, including load analysis, capacity assessments, and future electrical requirements; coordinate metering strategies and field surveys as required.
• Support construction administration activities, including punch lists, RFIs, and submittal reviews.
• Design and coordinate special electrical systems such as photovoltaics, emergency and standby power systems, battery energy storage systems, fire pumps, and grounding; maintain a working knowledge of low-voltage and fire alarm systems.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in electrical engineering, with a focus on the design of building power and lighting systems.
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license in Electrical Engineering.
• Strong understanding of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and applicable energy codes, including common design sections and the ability to efficiently locate relevant tables and requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to perform value engineering, including evaluating design alternatives and developing high-level construction cost estimates to meet client or owner budget objectives.
• Extensive knowledge of electrical, building, and energy code requirements, as well as key client and owner design standards.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively coordinate with clients, consultants, and internal teams.

Preferred

• Working knowledge of AutoCAD and Revit.

What We Offer

• Mentorship from Managing Directors, Design Directors, and senior team members across disciplines.
• Career development support, including professional development grants and in-house training.
• Ongoing education through LPA+U courses and Tech Talks focused on innovative, sustainable practices.
• 8 paid hours of volunteer time each year.
• Opportunities to propose and lead projects that impact your local community, including more than $1 million since 2015 in Habitat for Humanity builds, scholarships, and other pro bono community projects.
• Access to our Professional Development Grants program, created to encourage professional development and further LPA's collective knowledge as a firm.

Compensation Range

$115K - $180K