Electrical Project Manager Jobs in Virginia
Electrical Project Manager jobs in Virginia are in strong demand, concentrated in defense contracting, federal facilities construction, data center development, and commercial infrastructure across a market that ranges from entry-level project engineers to senior program leads. Northern Virginia, Richmond, and Hampton Roads are the primary hiring centers, where established contractors such as Leidos, DPR Construction, and AMSEC regularly staff electrical project management roles. The most sought-after specialties include large-scale federal and mission-critical projects, data center electrical systems, and utility-scale power distribution. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Who we are:
As a global leader in digital infrastructure, QTS designs, builds and operates advanced data centers that support strategic AI, cloud and digital transformation initiatives. We are driven by a mission to connect the world for good and our people make it possible. Every single day, the creativity, dedication and genuine care for our communities are what push us forward and make this a truly special place to be.
The Development Project Manager – Electrical Subject Matter Expert (SME) is primarily responsible for providing technical expertise and guidance on a given project(s) in their related field. The Project Manager will interact daily with Facilities, Contractors, Designers, Engineers, Commissioning Agents, Vendors, and Data Center Operations staff and should have both written and oral communication skills commensurate with this level of regular communication.
KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Review drawing packages for adherence to design standards.
- Collaborate with internal and external design teams to evaluate designs to ensure they meet the established design standards, local code requirements, and requirements of the local AHJs.
- Partner with internal and external stakeholders to define project scope requirements, deviations from the standards, and communicating requirements with the design team.
- Work with construction, commissioning, and risk management teams to answer requests for information and value engineering queries.
- Collaborate with the procurement team to review OFCI equipment submittals for compliance with the standard design criteria.
- Support project teams in resolving design issues discovered during construction and commissioning phases.
- Work closely with strategic procurement team on equipment procurement
- Work with consultants to develop and review Short Circuit, Coordination, and Arc Flash studies (SCCAF) for adherence to the design standards.
- This position will require 25% travel.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or an equivalent engineering degree in a related field with at least 3 years additional experience in electrical design engineering or the construction industry.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in design engineering or the construction industry, related to all aspects of Electrical, including power systems design, redundant systems, short circuit, coordination, and arc flash analysis.
- 2+ years of experience applying local codes, NEC requirements, and other Electrical industry standards, procedures, and methodologies.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience designing electrical systems for Data Centers, construction, operations, and/or facility maintenance.
- Project Management or Project Lead experience in large-scale projects.
- Experience with Short Circuit, Coordination, and Arc Flash analysis and modeling.
- Direct experience in the construction of data centers, critical medical, industrial, construction, oil and gas, or large-scale mechanical and power systems.
- Strong knowledge of NEC, and other Electrical industry standards, procedures, and methodologies
- Experience with performance-based alternatives to prescriptive electrical design
- Advance knowledge of electrical engineering systems and their integration into mission-critical environments.
- Basic multidisciplinary knowledge of mission critical systems, design process, pre-construction requirements, and the construction process.
- Proven ability to communicate complex technical issues to senior leadership or non-engineers.
- Professional Engineering license preferred, not required
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interface with all levels of the organization
- Must be a capable, proven team player that both fosters and operates well within internal and external team environments.
- Able to solve problems at a tactical and functional level
- Strong Verbal and Written Communication Skills
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
In accordance with applicable law, the following represents a reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation for this role if hired in Virginia. Please note that this information is provided for those hired in Virginia only, and this role is open to candidates outside of Virginia with compensation that aligns with your location. The successful candidate’s starting salary will be determined based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as skills, experience, and geographic location.
The estimated pay range for this role, if based in Virginia, is:
$123,337.50 - 188,615.93
Please note that this information is provided for those hired in Virginia only, and this role is open to candidates outside of Virginia with compensation that aligns with your location. The successful candidate’s starting salary will be determined based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as skills, experience, and geographic location.
In addition to a variety of benefit packages, QTS goes above and beyond for our employees:
- Roth and Traditional 401(k) matching contributions with immediate vesting
- Every employee is bonus or commission eligible
- Generous PTO, Paid Volunteer Days Plus Floating Holidays
- Stock Purchase Plan (SPP)
- 11 paid Holidays Annually/Holiday compensation when worked
- Pet and Legal Insurance
- Q-Rest Sabbatical Program
- Q-Anniversary Service Award Program
- Parental Leave
- Military Benefits Package
- QTS Charitable Matching Gift Program
- QTS Scholarship for Employee Dependents
- QTS Crisis Fund
- Wellness Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
QTS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Learn more: Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
We conform to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply to all of our job openings. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information & Testing, Family & Medical Leave, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint or discrimination claim.
The "Know Your Rights" Poster is included here:
Know Your Rights (English)
Know Your Rights (Spanish)
QTS is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to talentacquisition@qtsdatacenters.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
Who we are:
As a global leader in digital infrastructure, QTS designs, builds and operates advanced data centers that support strategic AI, cloud and digital transformation initiatives. We are driven by a mission to connect the world for good and our people make it possible. Every single day, the creativity, dedication and genuine care for our communities are what push us forward and make this a truly special place to be.
The Development Project Manager – Electrical Subject Matter Expert (SME) is primarily responsible for providing technical expertise and guidance on a given project(s) in their related field. The Project Manager will interact daily with Facilities, Contractors, Designers, Engineers, Commissioning Agents, Vendors, and Data Center Operations staff and should have both written and oral communication skills commensurate with this level of regular communication.
KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Review drawing packages for adherence to design standards.
- Collaborate with internal and external design teams to evaluate designs to ensure they meet the established design standards, local code requirements, and requirements of the local AHJs.
- Partner with internal and external stakeholders to define project scope requirements, deviations from the standards, and communicating requirements with the design team.
- Work with construction, commissioning, and risk management teams to answer requests for information and value engineering queries.
- Collaborate with the procurement team to review OFCI equipment submittals for compliance with the standard design criteria.
- Support project teams in resolving design issues discovered during construction and commissioning phases.
- Work closely with strategic procurement team on equipment procurement
- Work with consultants to develop and review Short Circuit, Coordination, and Arc Flash studies (SCCAF) for adherence to the design standards.
- This position will require 25% travel.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or an equivalent engineering degree in a related field with at least 3 years additional experience in electrical design engineering or the construction industry.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in design engineering or the construction industry, related to all aspects of Electrical, including power systems design, redundant systems, short circuit, coordination, and arc flash analysis.
- 2+ years of experience applying local codes, NEC requirements, and other Electrical industry standards, procedures, and methodologies.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience designing electrical systems for Data Centers, construction, operations, and/or facility maintenance.
- Project Management or Project Lead experience in large-scale projects.
- Experience with Short Circuit, Coordination, and Arc Flash analysis and modeling.
- Direct experience in the construction of data centers, critical medical, industrial, construction, oil and gas, or large-scale mechanical and power systems.
- Strong knowledge of NEC, and other Electrical industry standards, procedures, and methodologies
- Experience with performance-based alternatives to prescriptive electrical design
- Advance knowledge of electrical engineering systems and their integration into mission-critical environments.
- Basic multidisciplinary knowledge of mission critical systems, design process, pre-construction requirements, and the construction process.
- Proven ability to communicate complex technical issues to senior leadership or non-engineers.
- Professional Engineering license preferred, not required
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interface with all levels of the organization
- Must be a capable, proven team player that both fosters and operates well within internal and external team environments.
- Able to solve problems at a tactical and functional level
- Strong Verbal and Written Communication Skills
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
In accordance with applicable law, the following represents a reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation for this role if hired in Virginia. Please note that this information is provided for those hired in Virginia only, and this role is open to candidates outside of Virginia with compensation that aligns with your location. The successful candidate’s starting salary will be determined based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as skills, experience, and geographic location.
The estimated pay range for this role, if based in Virginia, is:
$123,337.50 - 188,615.93
Please note that this information is provided for those hired in Virginia only, and this role is open to candidates outside of Virginia with compensation that aligns with your location. The successful candidate’s starting salary will be determined based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as skills, experience, and geographic location.
In addition to a variety of benefit packages, QTS goes above and beyond for our employees:
- Roth and Traditional 401(k) matching contributions with immediate vesting
- Every employee is bonus or commission eligible
- Generous PTO, Paid Volunteer Days Plus Floating Holidays
- Stock Purchase Plan (SPP)
- 11 paid Holidays Annually/Holiday compensation when worked
- Pet and Legal Insurance
- Q-Rest Sabbatical Program
- Q-Anniversary Service Award Program
- Parental Leave
- Military Benefits Package
- QTS Charitable Matching Gift Program
- QTS Scholarship for Employee Dependents
- QTS Crisis Fund
- Wellness Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
QTS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Learn more: Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
We conform to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply to all of our job openings. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information & Testing, Family & Medical Leave, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint or discrimination claim.
The "Know Your Rights" Poster is included here:
Know Your Rights (English)
Know Your Rights (Spanish)
QTS is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to talentacquisition@qtsdatacenters.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
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What Virginia Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in electrical project manager jobs across Virginia.
- Active Virginia contractor license or master electrician license recognized by DPOR required
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, construction management, or a related technical field
- PMP or PMI certification strongly preferred for roles overseeing large-scale project portfolios
- Demonstrated experience managing NEC-compliant electrical installations on commercial or federal projects
- Proficiency with project scheduling and estimating tools such as Primavera P6 or Procore
- Ability to obtain a federal security clearance for defense and government facility projects in Virginia
Electrical Project Manager Jobs in Virginia: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a electrical project manager in Virginia?
The most direct path is combining a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or construction management with field experience and licensure through the Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation, or DPOR. Virginia requires contractors who oversee electrical work to hold a Board for Contractors license at the Class A, B, or C level depending on project scope. Many electrical project managers in Virginia also earn a PMP credential, which carries significant weight with defense contractors and large commercial firms in the state.
Which companies hire electrical project managers in Virginia?
Employers hiring electrical project managers in Virginia right now include EMCOR, ITAC, and Rinvio, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Virginia's concentration of federal agencies, defense contractors, and rapidly expanding data center campuses in Northern Virginia means that both large contractors and specialized subcontractors maintain consistent hiring activity throughout the year.
Which Virginia cities have the most electrical project manager jobs?
Richmond, Norfolk, and Dulles have the most electrical project manager openings in Virginia. Northern Virginia's density of data centers and federal facilities drives the heaviest volume, while Richmond's commercial and industrial growth supports steady mid-market hiring and Hampton Roads sustains demand through its naval installations and base infrastructure projects.
Are there remote electrical project manager jobs in Virginia?
Yes, but they're rare. About 38% of electrical project manager openings tied to Virginia are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the fundamentally site-dependent nature of the role. The portions of the work most amenable to remote arrangements include preconstruction planning, estimating, scheduling, and vendor coordination, while site supervision and inspections remain on-site requirements.
How can I get hired as a electrical project manager in Virginia with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry point is a project engineer or assistant project manager role with a Virginia-based general or electrical contractor, where you support a senior PM on active projects while building hands-on NEC and scheduling experience. Large Virginia contractors and federal construction firms routinely bring on recent graduates from Virginia Tech, George Mason, or Old Dominion University into rotational or associate PM programs. Earning your OSHA 30, pursuing a DPOR contractor license at the Class C level, and gaining experience in Procore or Primavera P6 distinguishes candidates with limited tenure.
Where can I find and apply to electrical project manager jobs in Virginia?
You can find and apply to electrical project manager jobs in Virginia on Migrate Mate, which lists current Virginia openings from employers actively hiring. Find the roles that fit your experience and location, then apply directly to each one through the listing.
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