Project Manager - ATX

About the role

The Project Manager I is responsible for independently managing small to mid-sized electrical construction projects or defined scopes within larger projects, ensuring delivery aligns with contract requirements, schedule commitments, and financial objectives. This role represents the first level of full project ownership, with accountability for project execution, cost tracking, and coordination across field and office teams. Operating within the Project Team under the Operations function, the Project Manager I manages day-to-day project activities including subcontractor coordination, procurement, scheduling alignment, and billing processes. The role serves as a key point of contact for internal stakeholders and supports client interactions while developing deeper capabilities in financial management, contract administration, and project leadership. The ideal candidate is technically grounded, organized, and capable of managing multiple priorities, with demonstrated ability to deliver project scopes while continuing to build independent decision-making and client management skills within electrical construction and mission critical environments.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage assigned projects or defined scopes from kickoff through closeout, ensuring alignment with contract, schedule, and budget requirements
• Develop and maintain project schedules, short-term lookaheads, and coordination plans with field leadership
• Manage project costs including tracking budgets, commitments, labor productivity, and forecasting financial performance
• Prepare, submit, and track change orders; support negotiation within defined authority levels
• Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, and suppliers to ensure timely and compliant execution of work
• Manage procurement activities including material buyouts, purchase orders, and long-lead item tracking
• Oversee project documentation including RFIs, submittals, logs, and correspondence to ensure accuracy and timely processing
• Manage owner billing processes including AIA pay applications, lien waivers, and collections follow-up
• Participate in client and contractor meetings; communicate project status, risks, and updates
• Identify project risks and issues; implement solutions within scope and escalate as needed
• Ensure compliance