Electrical Project Manager Jobs in Missouri
Electrical Project Manager jobs in Missouri draw steady demand across utility infrastructure, commercial construction, and industrial manufacturing, with openings at every level from field-experienced supervisors to senior program leads. Kansas City, St. Louis, and Springfield anchor most of the hiring, with established employers like Emerson Electric, Burns & McDonnell, and Black & Veatch maintaining a consistent presence across the state. The most in-demand specialties are utility-scale power delivery, commercial tenant improvement, and industrial controls integration. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Senior Manager, Project Controls, Electrical Estimator, Project & Development ServicesJob Description Summary
This senior level role will manage all cost management activities of one or multiple complex projects focusing on electrical trades, i.e. division 26, 27 and 28. The role will make an immediate impact at a client by working with senior project managers, clients, and other key stakeholders to support strategic cost plans to support the client through the early phases of the project lifecycle to the closeout. Must have exceptional organizational, analytical and problem-solving.Job Description
Essential Job Duties
- Establish the cost management program and deliverables to be used on large scale capital programs (tools, technology, processes and procedures).
- Prepare quantity take-offs, analysis, estimates, and additional studies for electrical scope of work.
- Utilize NECA resources to evaluate labor productivities.
- Integrate all third plans and cost components into integrated cost plan.
- Lead effort to provide detailed analysis to the project manager, client, CM, engineering or other 3rd parties on cost risk, issues, and/or mitigations.
- Drive the accruals and forecast process for the projects including detailed monthly, biweekly, and/or weekly as required.
- Support the risk management process and plan.
- Support facilitation of quantitative risk assessments when required.
- Develop and lead the earned value component of complex manufacturing programs.
- Support development of project control and project execution plan.
- Review/approve invoices from subcontractors and third party.
- Assist with the development of RFPs, RFQs and other project related contract negotiations.
- Drive the development of project estimates.
- Drive value engineering process.
- Assist in the development of cost management procedures for C&W and clients as required.
Education/Experience/Training
- Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management or related field.
- 8 or more years of related experience in working as a cost management expert on capital projects, including design and construction phases.
- Electrical estimating experience including ability to interpret complex electrical drawings and prepare quantity take-offs.
- Direct experience working on teams within a complex, matrixed environment.
- Expertise using Excel.
- Experience with data centers and life science preferred.
- Experience within the construction industry required, candidates with additional life sciences experience strongly preferred.
Competencies
- Problem Solving
- Analysis
- Reporting
- Leading Teams
Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate’s experience and qualifications.
The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role.
The compensation for the position is: $ 148,750.00 - $175,000.00 Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email Accommodations@cushwake.com. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.
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Senior Manager, Project Controls, Electrical Estimator, Project & Development ServicesJob Description Summary
This senior level role will manage all cost management activities of one or multiple complex projects focusing on electrical trades, i.e. division 26, 27 and 28. The role will make an immediate impact at a client by working with senior project managers, clients, and other key stakeholders to support strategic cost plans to support the client through the early phases of the project lifecycle to the closeout. Must have exceptional organizational, analytical and problem-solving.Job Description
Essential Job Duties
- Establish the cost management program and deliverables to be used on large scale capital programs (tools, technology, processes and procedures).
- Prepare quantity take-offs, analysis, estimates, and additional studies for electrical scope of work.
- Utilize NECA resources to evaluate labor productivities.
- Integrate all third plans and cost components into integrated cost plan.
- Lead effort to provide detailed analysis to the project manager, client, CM, engineering or other 3rd parties on cost risk, issues, and/or mitigations.
- Drive the accruals and forecast process for the projects including detailed monthly, biweekly, and/or weekly as required.
- Support the risk management process and plan.
- Support facilitation of quantitative risk assessments when required.
- Develop and lead the earned value component of complex manufacturing programs.
- Support development of project control and project execution plan.
- Review/approve invoices from subcontractors and third party.
- Assist with the development of RFPs, RFQs and other project related contract negotiations.
- Drive the development of project estimates.
- Drive value engineering process.
- Assist in the development of cost management procedures for C&W and clients as required.
Education/Experience/Training
- Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management or related field.
- 8 or more years of related experience in working as a cost management expert on capital projects, including design and construction phases.
- Electrical estimating experience including ability to interpret complex electrical drawings and prepare quantity take-offs.
- Direct experience working on teams within a complex, matrixed environment.
- Expertise using Excel.
- Experience with data centers and life science preferred.
- Experience within the construction industry required, candidates with additional life sciences experience strongly preferred.
Competencies
- Problem Solving
- Analysis
- Reporting
- Leading Teams
Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate’s experience and qualifications.
The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role.
The compensation for the position is: $ 148,750.00 - $175,000.00 Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email Accommodations@cushwake.com. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.
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Electrical Project Manager Job Market in Missouri
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Who's Hiring
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- Construction & Real Estate
- Consulting & Professional Services
What Missouri Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in electrical project manager jobs across Missouri.
- Missouri Contractor License through the Missouri Division of Professional Registration preferred or required
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, construction management, or a related field
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification strongly preferred by most Missouri employers
- Five or more years of hands-on electrical construction or engineering project experience
- Proficiency with project scheduling software such as Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project
- Demonstrated experience managing subcontractors, budgets, and NEC code compliance on Missouri job sites
Electrical Project Manager Jobs in Missouri: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a electrical project manager in Missouri?
Most Missouri employers expect a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or construction management combined with field experience in electrical construction or systems work. Missouri does not issue a single statewide license specifically for electrical project managers, but the Missouri Division of Professional Registration oversees contractor licensing that many employers treat as a baseline credential. A PMP certification and familiarity with the National Electrical Code strengthen a candidate's profile considerably.
Which companies hire electrical project managers in Missouri?
Companies currently hiring electrical project managers in Missouri include Rogers, Farnsworth, and Gilbane, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Missouri's strong presence of engineering, construction, and utility firms means openings appear regularly across both major metros and mid-size industrial corridors.
Which Missouri cities have the most electrical project manager jobs?
St. Louis, Missouri, and Kansas City have the most electrical project manager openings in Missouri. Kansas City and St. Louis drive volume through large engineering firms, utility companies, and commercial construction activity, while Springfield's growing manufacturing and healthcare construction sectors create consistent demand for experienced electrical project managers in the southwestern part of the state.
Are there remote electrical project manager jobs in Missouri?
Yes, but they're rare. Electrical project management is fundamentally a site-driven role, and most Missouri employers expect regular presence on job sites to oversee crews, inspections, and contractor coordination. About 50% of electrical project manager openings tied to Missouri are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those positions tend to involve preconstruction planning, estimating review, or multi-site program oversight rather than active construction management.
How can I get hired as a electrical project manager in Missouri with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving into a project coordinator or assistant project manager role at a Missouri electrical contractor or engineering firm. Companies like Burns & McDonnell and regional mechanical and electrical contractors across Kansas City and St. Louis regularly hire coordinators who handle scheduling, submittals, and RFI tracking alongside senior PMs. Completing an apprenticeship through a Missouri IBEW local chapter and pursuing an associate or bachelor's degree in construction management gives candidates a strong foundation and makes the transition to project management faster.
Where can I find and apply to electrical project manager jobs in Missouri?
You can find and apply to electrical project manager jobs in Missouri on Migrate Mate, which lists current Missouri openings updated regularly. Search for roles that fit your experience level, preferred metro, and specialization, then apply directly to the ones that match.
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