Electrical Project Manager Jobs in Minnesota
Electrical Project Manager jobs in Minnesota are in steady demand, concentrated in commercial construction, industrial facilities, and utility infrastructure across a market that ranks among the most active in the Upper Midwest. The heaviest hiring happens in the Twin Cities metro, Duluth, and Rochester, where major employers like Mortenson Construction, Xcel Energy, and Kraus-Anderson maintain lasting project pipelines. Candidates with experience in large-scale commercial build-outs, power distribution, and renewable energy integration are the most sought after. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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WSP is currently initiating a search for a Project Manager- Electrical (Buildings) for our Minneapolis, MN office location to work with our Property & Buildings Team.
Plans and conducts work requiring judgment regarding the independent evaluation, selection and substantial adaptation and modification of standard techniques, procedures and criteria. Successfully completes medium to large size engineering projects by organizing and controlling project elements. Works closely with a Senior Project Engineer or Project Engineer for technical review and guidance.
Your Impact
- Develop and evaluate system concepts and options to determine best design and engineering solution for each project based upon project scope
- Develop design drawings and specifications for building electrical systems construction
- Lead and coordinate with engineers, designers and clerical staff
- Interface with clients to discuss changes to designs and/or specifications
- Perform systems analysis and prepare reports and studies as well as cost estimates
- Directly responsible for distribution of all approved drawings and specifications
- Coordinate with other design team members including architect, mechanical, and structural engineers to ensure electrical systems are integrated with all trades
- Work as a team member with construction team project manager, and fabrication and installation crews
- Attend design team meetings as required
- Work with leadership to manage design manpower budget and update budget to reflect revisions or changes in scope
- Represent the company in a professional manner in all dealings with owners, architects, vendors, other design professionals and contractors
- Assisting in the firm’s human resource efforts through training and mentoring junior firm members
- Work closely with marketing, leadership and business development Perform other duties as assigned
Who You Are
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, or closely related discipline.
- 7+ years of relevant post education experience in engineering discipline and prior mechanical design experience.
- Strong organizational, prioritization, decision making and analytical skills
- Possess strong verbal, written, analytical, persuasive and interpersonal skills
- Effective business development skills
- Ability to work independently with minimum supervision and in a highly collaborative team environment
- Ability to consistently set goals and meet deadlines and adapt to flexible responsibilities
- Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)
- Experienced in the use of Revit
- Experience with Horizon or Project Resource Management software is desired Ability to meet and exceed client expectations
Preferred Qualifications
- LEED accredited professional desired.
- Engineering licensure desired.
- 40-Hour OSHA Health & Safety Training (HAZWOPER) (29 CFR 1910.120) preferred. Basic First Aid and Adult CPR training desired.
WSP Benefits:
WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on a providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.
Compensation:
Expected Salary (Colorado only): $130,500- $168,670
WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and/or offer for this position within the state of Colorado, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.
WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.
www.wsp.com
WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.
At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?
WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.
WSP is currently initiating a search for a Project Manager- Electrical (Buildings) for our Minneapolis, MN office location to work with our Property & Buildings Team.
Plans and conducts work requiring judgment regarding the independent evaluation, selection and substantial adaptation and modification of standard techniques, procedures and criteria. Successfully completes medium to large size engineering projects by organizing and controlling project elements. Works closely with a Senior Project Engineer or Project Engineer for technical review and guidance.
Your Impact
- Develop and evaluate system concepts and options to determine best design and engineering solution for each project based upon project scope
- Develop design drawings and specifications for building electrical systems construction
- Lead and coordinate with engineers, designers and clerical staff
- Interface with clients to discuss changes to designs and/or specifications
- Perform systems analysis and prepare reports and studies as well as cost estimates
- Directly responsible for distribution of all approved drawings and specifications
- Coordinate with other design team members including architect, mechanical, and structural engineers to ensure electrical systems are integrated with all trades
- Work as a team member with construction team project manager, and fabrication and installation crews
- Attend design team meetings as required
- Work with leadership to manage design manpower budget and update budget to reflect revisions or changes in scope
- Represent the company in a professional manner in all dealings with owners, architects, vendors, other design professionals and contractors
- Assisting in the firm’s human resource efforts through training and mentoring junior firm members
- Work closely with marketing, leadership and business development Perform other duties as assigned
Who You Are
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, or closely related discipline.
- 7+ years of relevant post education experience in engineering discipline and prior mechanical design experience.
- Strong organizational, prioritization, decision making and analytical skills
- Possess strong verbal, written, analytical, persuasive and interpersonal skills
- Effective business development skills
- Ability to work independently with minimum supervision and in a highly collaborative team environment
- Ability to consistently set goals and meet deadlines and adapt to flexible responsibilities
- Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)
- Experienced in the use of Revit
- Experience with Horizon or Project Resource Management software is desired Ability to meet and exceed client expectations
Preferred Qualifications
- LEED accredited professional desired.
- Engineering licensure desired.
- 40-Hour OSHA Health & Safety Training (HAZWOPER) (29 CFR 1910.120) preferred. Basic First Aid and Adult CPR training desired.
WSP Benefits:
WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on a providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.
Compensation:
Expected Salary (Colorado only): $130,500- $168,670
WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and/or offer for this position within the state of Colorado, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.
WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.
www.wsp.com
WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.
At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?
WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.
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Electrical Project Manager Job Market in Minnesota
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What Minnesota Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in electrical project manager jobs across Minnesota.
- Active Minnesota electrical contractor license or supervised work under a licensed qualifier required
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, construction management, or a closely related field preferred
- Five or more years of hands-on electrical construction or project management experience
- Proficiency in project management software such as Procore, Bluebeam, or Microsoft Project
- Demonstrated ability to manage project budgets, schedules, and subcontractor coordination
- PMP or OSHA 30-hour construction certification is a common differentiator in Minnesota listings
Electrical Project Manager Jobs in Minnesota: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a electrical project manager in Minnesota?
The most direct path starts with a degree in electrical engineering or construction management, followed by field experience working under a licensed Minnesota electrical contractor. Minnesota requires electrical contractors to hold a state license through the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry, so familiarity with that licensing framework is expected. From there, moving into a project engineer or assistant PM role at a Minnesota contractor builds the site management experience most employers require before promoting to a full project manager position.
Which companies hire electrical project managers in Minnesota?
Companies currently hiring electrical project managers in Minnesota include HGA, AE2S, and Hunt Electric Corporation, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Minnesota's strong commercial construction sector and the presence of large utility and industrial employers mean openings appear consistently throughout the year, not just during peak building seasons.
Which Minnesota cities have the most electrical project manager jobs?
Minneapolis, Duluth, and Goodhue have the most electrical project manager openings in Minnesota. The Twin Cities metro drives the bulk of demand through its dense concentration of commercial construction, healthcare campus expansions, and utility infrastructure projects, while Rochester benefits from sustained development tied to Mayo Clinic, and Duluth sees activity tied to industrial port and energy projects along the Lake Superior corridor.
Are there remote electrical project manager jobs in Minnesota?
Yes, but they're rare. Electrical project management is fundamentally a site-oriented role, and most Minnesota employers expect regular on-site presence for inspections, subcontractor coordination, and progress reviews. About 63% of electrical project manager openings tied to Minnesota are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those positions typically involve pre-construction planning, estimating, or program management functions that do not require daily field presence.
How can I get hired as a electrical project manager in Minnesota with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry point is an apprenticeship or project engineer role at a large Minnesota electrical contractor. Firms like Egan Company and Faith Technologies operate structured apprenticeship and training programs aligned with the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry's electrical licensing pathway. Lateral moves from roles such as electrical foreman, estimator, or construction coordinator are also common. Earning an OSHA 30-hour construction certification and gaining exposure to Procore or Bluebeam strengthens an entry-level candidate's profile considerably with Minnesota hiring managers.
Where can I find and apply to electrical project manager jobs in Minnesota?
You can find and apply to electrical project manager jobs in Minnesota on Migrate Mate, which lists current Minnesota openings updated in real time. Search the listings, find the roles that match your experience and preferred location, and apply directly to whichever ones fit your background.
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