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Electrical Project Manager

Goodwin Recruiting
Richmond, Virginia Posted Nov 3, 2026
On-siteUSD 150,000 - 185,000 / year

About this role

Electrical Project Manager

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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