Electrical Project Manager Jobs in California

Electrical Project Manager jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in construction, utilities, semiconductor manufacturing, and large-scale infrastructure development, with openings from entry-level assistant project managers through senior program leads. The deepest hiring is in Los Angeles, San Jose, and San Diego, where employers like Turner Construction, Swinerton, and Southern California Edison maintain a sustained presence. Renewable energy buildout, data center expansion, and California's ongoing infrastructure modernization are driving the most consistent demand, especially for candidates with power systems, solar, and design-build experience. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles102+
Top employerRosendin Electric
Top cityOakland, CA
Cities hiring40
Work type81% On-site
Top industryEnergy

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Rosendin Electric
Electrical Project Manager
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Rosendin Electric
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Electrical Project Manager
Rosendin Electric
San Jose, California
Project & Program Management
Construction Management
Project Management
$104k - $157k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
5,001-10,000

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LPA, Inc.
Electrical Project Manager
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LPA, Inc.
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Electrical Project Manager
LPA, Inc.
Irvine, California
Electrical Engineering
Project & Program Management
Specialized Engineering
Project Management
Engineering (Non-Software)
$115k - $180k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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PCL Construction
Electrical Project Manager
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Electrical Project Manager
PCL Construction
Long Beach, California
Project & Program Management
Construction Management
Electrical Engineering
Project Management
$155k - $192k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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PCL Construction
Electrical Project Manager
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PCL Construction
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Electrical Project Manager
PCL Construction
Long Beach, California
Project & Program Management
Electrical Engineering
Construction Management
Project Management
$155k - $192k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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Digital Building Components LLC
Electrical Project Manager
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Digital Building Components LLC
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Electrical Project Manager
Digital Building Components LLC
Sacramento, California
Project & Program Management
Electrical Engineering
Construction Management
Project Management
On-Site
Associate's

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Electrical Project Manager Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Oakland
9 jobs
San Jose
9 jobs
Anaheim
8 jobs
Sunnyvale
8 jobs
Sacramento
7 jobs
San Francisco
5 jobs
Cupertino
4 jobs
Irvine
4 jobs
Long Beach
4 jobs

Electrical Project Manager Job Market in California

A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Rosendin Electric
    Rosendin Electric16
  • Pacific Gas and Electric
    Pacific Gas and Electric10
  • PCL Construction
    PCL Construction6
  • Apple
    Apple4
  • Google
    Google4

Top Industries Hiring

  • Energy30
  • Construction & Real Estate19
  • Consulting & Professional Services15
  • Electronics & Hardware12
  • Technology & Software12

What California Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in electrical project manager jobs across California.

  • Active California Electrical Contractor license or equivalent recognized California credential required
  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, construction management, or a related field preferred
  • Proven experience managing electrical subcontractors, schedules, and project budgets end to end
  • Proficiency with project management software such as Procore, Bluebeam, or similar platforms
  • PMP certification or equivalent project management credential strongly preferred by California employers
  • Familiarity with California Title 24 energy code and NEC compliance requirements

Electrical Project Manager Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a electrical project manager in California?

The most direct path is combining a degree in electrical engineering or construction management with field experience and then pursuing a California Contractors State License Board credential, specifically the C-10 Electrical Contractor license, which many California employers treat as a baseline for project managers overseeing electrical scopes. Candidates who start in roles like electrical foreman, estimator, or field engineer, then layer on a PMP certification and experience with California Title 24 compliance, move into project management roles most reliably.

Which companies hire electrical project managers in California?

Employers hiring electrical project managers in California right now include Rosendin Electric, Pacific Gas and Electric, and PCL Construction, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. California's concentration of large general contractors, investor-owned utilities, and semiconductor and data center developers means demand is distributed across both construction and owner-side project management roles.

Which California cities have the most electrical project manager jobs?

Oakland, San Jose, and Anaheim have the most electrical project manager openings in California. Los Angeles anchors demand through large commercial construction and infrastructure programs, San Jose reflects the Silicon Valley technology and data center buildout, and San Diego draws openings from defense contractors, biotech campuses, and regional utility work, so hiring in smaller surrounding areas often ties back to projects originating in those three markets.

Are there remote electrical project manager jobs in California?

Yes, but they're rare. Electrical project management is fundamentally a site-based role, requiring regular presence for inspections, subcontractor coordination, and code compliance walkthroughs. About 19% of electrical project manager openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, and those tend to cover pre-construction planning, estimating, or program oversight functions rather than active construction management.

How can I get hired as a electrical project manager in California with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is through an apprenticeship or field technician role with a large California electrical contractor, then moving laterally into project coordination. Companies like Rosendin Electric and Cupertino Electric, both headquartered in California, run structured apprenticeship programs that feed into project management tracks. Pursuing a C-10 Electrical Contractor license through the California Contractors State License Board while in the field, combined with a PMP or OSHA certification, gives candidates a credible edge when applying for assistant project manager roles.

Where can I find and apply to electrical project manager jobs in California?

You can find and apply to electrical project manager jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings across construction, utilities, and infrastructure sectors. Find roles that fit your experience and apply directly to the employers posting them.

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