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PROJECT MANAGER – MISSION CRITICAL / DATA CENTER
Electrical Construction | Richmond, VA
Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY
Our client, a well-established electrical contractor with a national footprint, is seeking a Project Manager to manage electrical scopes on data center and critical facility projects. Reporting to a Senior Project Manager and operations leadership, this client-facing role is ideal for a proven project manager who is ready to take ownership of complex projects and continue growing toward senior-level leadership. The company offers a collaborative culture, a clear path for career advancement, ongoing training and mentorship, and an outstanding benefits package.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
Project Management & Delivery
- Manage day-to-day project execution from kickoff through closeout on one or more data center or critical facility projects.
- Help build project scopes, budgets, schedules, and resource plans with senior leadership.
- Support estimating and proposal reviews for new work.
- Track progress against design, budget, and schedule goals, and flag risks early.
- Visit jobsites regularly to monitor progress, solve problems, and support foremen and field leadership.
- Promote a strong safety culture and make sure company, client, and project requirements are followed.
Financial Management
- Track project costs and prepare monthly forecasts, recommending corrective actions when needed.
- Prepare and submit timely billings and help keep cash flow strong.
- Manage RFIs, change orders, and submittals.
- Work with the Senior Project Manager to plan upcoming labor and material needs.
Client, Team & Vendor Coordination
- Act as a day-to-day point of contact for customers and general contractors.
- Coordinate field crews, internal staff, and subcontractors.
- Work with vendors and suppliers to keep procurement and material deliveries on schedule.
- Provide regular project updates and reports to senior leadership.
Growth & Development
- Guide and support Assistant Project Managers and Project Coordinators.
- Build strong relationships with clients, field teams, and coworkers.
- Take on increasing responsibility and project size as you grow toward a senior role.
WHAT YOU BRING
Required
- 5+ years of construction project management experience, including time as an Assistant Project Manager or Project Manager.
- 2+ years managing electrical projects on IT, telecom, data center, or other critical infrastructure work.
- Working knowledge of data center electrical distribution, structured cabling, and white space build-outs.
- Experience working in active or operating facilities, or a strong interest in retrofit and critical systems work.
- Strong organizational, scheduling, and time management skills.
- Ability to stay calm and focused under deadlines and outside pressure.
- Clear communication and professional problem-solving skills.
- Strong computer skills and the ability to learn new systems quickly.
- Must be authorized to work in the U.S. full-time without sponsorship. Visa sponsorship (including H-1B) is not available.
Preferred
- Mission critical project experience.
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Project Management, Business, or a related field, OR an equivalent combination of experience, certifications, and licensing (such as a journeyman electrician license).
- CAPM, PMP, or working toward PMP certification.
- Experience with construction accounting/ERP and electrical estimating software, plus Microsoft Office.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
- Competitive salary, based on experience
- Relocation assistance for qualified candidates
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Life and disability insurance
- Flexible spending accounts
- Paid vacation and holidays
- Tuition reimbursement and professional development support
JOB ID: 181721
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