Senior Project Manager (Electrical Construction)

TekPro is partnered with a leading electrical contractor in the Midwest in their search for a Senior Project Manager! Experience in Data Center construction is highly desired.

SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER – MISSION CRITICAL

The Senior Project Manager is accountable for the success of all aspects of data center construction projects, from bidding and contract award through completion.  Responsibilities include outlining and delegating tasks, creating timelines, estimating and adhering to costs, mitigating risks, and nurturing positive client relationships.  The PM collaborates with all other departments within the organization, including purchasing, accounting, engineering, and safety as well as field supervision, general contractors, construction managers and inspectors.

What you will do: 

• Project and Account Management: manage overall schedule and milestones; financial, labor and change order tracking; materials purchasing and deliveries; customer relations; billing
• Business Development: maintain customer relationships; manage large accounts; propagate $1-2m new business annually
• Estimating: determine materials take-off; review project scope and final bid; finalize summary sheet
• Site Management: visit job sites; conduct job meetings, build trust with field staff and collaborate with site superintendents
• Team Leadership: provide mentorship to less senior PMs; manage expectations of contributing office personnel; assume responsibility for project financials and outcomes

What you’ll need for success:

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Construction Management, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or related field
• Minimum 5-7+ years’ experience in project management, preferably in construction or a closely related field.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in project management in data center construction. Experience in large Tech or Fortune 500 company data center a plus
• PMP certification a plus
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Professionalism, with excellent interpersonal, collaboration, and customer service skills.
• Outstanding organizational and prioritization skills.
• Superior time management skills with a proven ability to manage and satisfy competing deadlines.
• Superior analytical, detail, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated influence and leadership abilities.
• Electrical/LV/Energy System knowledge
• High energy and adaptable under pressure