ELECTRICAL PROJECT MANAGER - RALEIGH

ELECTRICAL PROJECT MANAGER

Delta Construction Partners is a national executive search firm for the nation’s premier electrical and general contractors and industry professionals. Delta has been retained by a confidential client to conduct a search for an Electrical Project Manager in Raleigh, NC. 

Electrical Project Manager Compensation & Benefits:
Total compensation for the Electrical Project Manager in Raleigh, NC is between $80,000- $110,000.

• A competitive salary
• Bonus Potential
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Paid time off
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Company Vehicle and Gas Card
• Company phone and IPad

Electrical Project Manager Duties & Responsibilities

• Build comprehensive project plans outlining schedules, key milestones, staffing needs, and required resources.
• Develop, maintain, and update project schedules using software such as Microsoft Project or Primavera.
• Evaluate critical-path activities and coordinate resources to ensure project deadlines are achieved.
• Work closely with vendors, subcontractors, and engineering teams to secure accurate and timely product data, submittals, and shop drawings.
• Develop and administer project budgets, purchase orders, subcontractor agreements, and change orders covering labor, materials, and equipment.
• Track project spending and identify opportunities to reduce costs while maintaining quality and performance standards.
• Evaluate and authorize invoices, subcontractor payments, and change-order requests.
• Deliver routine financial reports to project stakeholders and revise cost projections when necessary.
• Provide oversight and direction to electrical superintendents, project assistants, subcontractors, and additional project personnel.
• Delegate responsibilities and clearly communicate project priorities, objectives, and performance expectations.
• Lead recurring team meetings to evaluate progress, resolve challenges, and coordinate upcoming activities.
• Address workplace conflicts and promote a collaborative, efficient, and professional project environment.
• Act as the main liaison between clients, engineers, contractors, and other project stakeholders.
• Communicate project progress, potential risks, upcoming deliverables, and important developments through meetings and written reports.
• Respond promptly to client questions or concerns and work to ensure satisfaction with the completed project.
• Discuss proposed scope revisions, negotiate changes, and establish realistic expectations regarding cost and schedule impacts.
• Confirm that all electrical installations comply with applicable local codes, NEC requirements, industry standards, and contract specifications.
• Manage the testing, commissioning, final inspection, and turnover of completed electrical systems.
• Perform jobsite inspections to assess workmanship, quality standards, and compliance with established safety procedures.
• Organize and retain required records for inspections, audits, permitting, and regulatory approvals.
• Evaluate possible project risks, including schedule delays, safety concerns, material shortages, and supply-chain disruptions.
• Develop and carry out practical strategies to reduce or eliminate identified risks.
• Resolve technical, operational, and logistical problems that arise throughout the project lifecycle.
• Establish backup plans and corrective actions to maintain project schedules and performance objectives.
• Keep complete and organized project documentation, including contracts, permits, schedules, correspondence, and progress reports.
• Complete project closeout reviews and document lessons learned to support future process and performance improvements.

Electrical Project Manager Qualifications

• Five to seven years of experience managing electrical construction projects or working in a comparable project leadership position.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or a similar recognized credential is preferred.
• An active electrical license is considered an additional advantage.
• Working knowledge of project and business management platforms, including Microsoft Office, Spectrum Accounting Software, and Procore.
• Strong understanding of electrical construction systems, project plans, blueprints, specifications, and technical drawings.
• Effective communication, leadership, problem-solving, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to oversee multiple projects and priorities while meeting demanding schedules and deadlines.
• Must be able to travel to active job sites and navigate construction environments.
• Position may require climbing ladders and working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• The role is primarily office-based, with regular travel to project sites estimated at approximately 30%.
• A typical workweek is expected to be around 50 hours.
• Additional evening, overtime, or weekend hours may occasionally be required to support project schedules and deadlines.
• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
• Comprehensive benefits package may include health insurance, retirement benefits, paid time off, long-term disability coverage, dental and vision insurance, a company cell phone, laptop, vehicle allowance, and gas card.

How to Apply
Please send your resume to Victoria@DeltaConstructionPartners.com for immediate consideration.

To view all job openings, visit: www.deltaconstructionpartners.com/careerportal/#/jobs
For direct inquiries, contact our CEO, Bob Magnan, at Bob@DeltaConstructionPartners.com

Related Titles: Project Manager, Electrical Project Manager