SENIOR 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 an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead large-scale data center and critical facility projects. This is a highly visible, client-facing leadership role reporting to senior operations leadership. The ideal candidate is a relationship builder who can own projects from estimate through closeout, lead teams in the field and the office, and consistently deliver on safety, schedule, and budget. The company offers a collaborative culture, long-term career growth, continued training, and an outstanding benefits package. WHAT YOU'LL DO Project Leadership & Delivery • Own the full project lifecycle, from estimating and proposal review through execution and closeout. • Build project scopes, budgets, schedules, and resource plans. • Oversee execution to meet design intent, budget, and schedule goals. • Visit jobsites regularly to track progress, resolve issues, and support field leadership. • Lead a strong safety culture and make sure all company, client, and project requirements are followed. Financial Management • Forecast project financials and adjust course early when needed. • Drive timely billing and strong cash flow on every project. • Manage RFPs, change orders, and change management documentation. • Partner with leadership to plan future labor and material needs. Client, Team & Vendor Coordination • Serve as a primary point of contact for customers, keeping expectations clear before, during, and after construction. • Coordinate internal staff and subcontractors across multiple scopes. • Work with vendors and suppliers to keep procurement and deliveries on schedule. • Provide regular status reports and updates to senior leadership. People Development • Mentor project managers, engineers, and coordinators to help them grow. • Build strong, lasting relationships with clients and employees. • Bring a personal commitment to continuous learning and professional growth. WHAT YOU BRING Required • 10+ years of construction project management experience. • 5+ years managing electrical projects on large, complex IT, telecom, or data center infrastructure. • Hands-on experience with data center electrical distribution, structured cabling, and white space build-outs. • Experience with retrofit work in live, operating facilities and coordination of multi-discipline critical systems. • Strong scheduling, delegation, and organizational skills. • Calm, solutions-focused approach under tight deadlines and outside pressure. • Professional conflict resolution and 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 or master electrician license). • PMP or PMI-SP 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: 181720 #post Chase Tumin