Electrical Project Manager | Mission Critical / Data Center
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The job in short
Manage electrical projects for mission critical facilities.
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Details
- Found
- 9 d ago · posted 2026-10-13
- Location as listed
- Richmond, Virginia
- Role
- Program / Project Manager
- Source
- The company’s own careers site
Full description
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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