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Project Manager – Utility & Industrial Electrical Construction
McPhee Electric Ltd., a Phalcon Company
McPhee Electric is a leader in utility and industrial electrical construction, delivering mission-critical infrastructure including substations, transmission, and high-voltage power systems across the Northeast.
We are seeking a Project Manager with direct electrical contractor experience to lead complex projects from preconstruction through closeout. This role is built for a hands-on operator who understands how work is installed in the field, owns project financial performance, and partners closely with field leadership to deliver safely, efficiently, and at a high level of quality.
What You’ll Do
- Lead utility and industrial electrical construction projects (substations, transmission, industrial power) from award through closeout
- Own project scope, schedule, budget, and forecasting, ensuring strong financial performance
- Partner closely with Superintendents and Foremen to drive field execution and productivity
- Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, procurement, and documentation with a focus on accuracy and speed
- Identify and mitigate project risks, maintaining alignment with Quality, Safety, and Productivity (QSP) standards
- Build strong relationships with clients, vendors, and internal teams through consistent communication and accountability
- Support and develop Assistant Project Managers and emerging talent.
What You Bring
- 5+ years of experience with an electrical contractor or subcontractor managing utility or industrial electrical construction projects
- Proven experience leading projects end-to-end (preconstruction through closeout), not just supporting
- Strong understanding of electrical installation, construction sequencing, and field operations
- Experience managing project financials, including budgets, forecasting, and change orders
- Ability to operate in a fast-paced, field-driven environment with high accountability
- Clear, direct communicator who can work effectively with both field teams and clients
Strongly Preferred:
- Experience with substations, transmission, or high-voltage systems
- Background working with self-perform electrical contractors
- Experience managing multimillion-dollar electrical scopes ($5M+)
Why McPhee
At McPhee, Safety is non-negotiable, Quality is expected, and Productivity is achieved through strong execution, not shortcuts. You’ll work on meaningful infrastructure projects alongside teams that take pride in their work and operate with a field-first mindset.
This role offers the opportunity to grow into senior leadership while owning complex, technically challenging work.
Compensation is based on experience and performance and includes a comprehensive benefits package that rewards results and long-term growth. Performance-based bonus tied to project outcomes and profitability
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $100,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Education:
- Associate (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Farmington, CT 06032 (Required)
Work Location: In person
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Who's Hiring
- Rosendin Electric52
- ARCHKEY SOLUTIONS44
- Tesla14
- Turner & Townsend Pty Limited12
- EMCOR11
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services12
- Energy7
- Construction & Real Estate7
- Chemicals & Materials5
- Staffing & Recruiting3
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in electrical construction manager jobs.
- 7 or more years of electrical construction or project management experience
- OSHA 30-hour construction safety certification
- Proficiency with construction scheduling software such as Primavera P6 or MS Project
- Electrical contractor license or master electrician credential in the relevant state
- Experience managing subcontractors, budgets, and change orders on commercial or industrial projects
- Familiarity with NEC code compliance and electrical systems commissioning processes
Tips for Your Electrical Construction Manager Job Search
Tailor your resume to project scale
Electrical construction managers are evaluated heavily on the size and complexity of projects they've led. List contract values, crew sizes, and project types like substation builds or tenant improvement fit-outs so hiring managers can benchmark your experience against their pipeline.
List your licenses and certifications upfront
Electrical contractor licenses, OSHA 30 certification, and any state-specific journeyman or master electrician credentials belong in a dedicated section near the top of your resume. Recruiters filter by these before reading anything else.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists electrical construction manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings that match your delivery method
Filter for roles aligned to your experience in design-build, design-bid-build, or EPC contracting. Hiring managers prioritize candidates who already understand their project delivery model, and mismatches on this point are a common reason strong applicants are screened out.
Prepare cost and schedule recovery examples
Interviewers for electrical construction manager roles consistently ask how you've handled budget overruns, material delays, or scope creep. Walk into every interview with two or three concrete examples that show how you identified the problem, took action, and what the outcome was.
Negotiate start date around project handoffs
If you're mid-project at your current employer, propose a start date tied to a natural milestone like substantial completion or punch-list closeout. Hiring managers in construction understand project cycles and often respect a candidate who plans transitions professionally.
Electrical Construction Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most electrical construction managers?
The companies hiring the most electrical construction managers right now include Rosendin Electric, ARCHKEY SOLUTIONS, and Tesla, with the largest share of openings in Texas, California, and Pennsylvania, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is especially concentrated among general contractors and specialty electrical contractors serving data center, utility, and industrial sectors.
How many electrical construction manager jobs are remote?
About 16% of electrical construction manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most construction management roles. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements are preconstruction planning, estimating, and program-level oversight roles where site presence is not required daily.
How do you become an electrical construction manager?
Most electrical construction managers start as electricians or electrical engineers, build field experience across increasingly complex projects, and move into foreman or superintendent roles before stepping into management. Earning a state electrical license, completing an OSHA 30 course, and developing skills in scheduling and cost control are the typical stepping stones. Some employers also value a degree in construction management or electrical engineering.
Can you get hired as an electrical construction manager with limited management experience?
Some employers will hire candidates transitioning from senior electrician or electrical superintendent roles if they can demonstrate leadership on job sites, familiarity with project financials, and experience coordinating subcontractors. Targeting smaller contractors or companies with structured training programs improves your chances. Highlighting any experience you have managing crews, reviewing submittals, or tracking budgets makes the case that you're ready to step up.
What does the electrical construction manager interview process look like?
The process typically starts with a phone screen focused on your project history and license credentials, followed by one or two in-person or video interviews with a construction director or operations leader. You'll likely be asked to walk through a past project end-to-end, discuss how you've handled schedule delays or subcontractor disputes, and sometimes review a sample scope or budget scenario. Reference checks with former owners or general contractors are standard before an offer.
Where can I find and apply to electrical construction manager jobs?
You can find and apply to electrical construction manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your experience and location, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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