Electrical Project Manager

Isaac Electric, Inc. • Full-time • Carpinteria, California, United States • $100,000 - $120,000 / year • 3m ago

Overview

We are seeking a Project Manager (PM) to serve as the primary leader and strategic anchor for electrical projects, holding total accountability for success from initial kickoff through final closeout. By bridging the gap between office operations and field execution, you will ensure that every installation is delivered safely, on schedule, and in strict alignment with both budgetary constraints and contractual obligations.

Reporting directly to Operations Leadership, this role functions as a collaborative hub, unifying the efforts of Estimating, Accounting, Purchasing, Safety, and Field Leadership. Ultimately, the Project Manager is responsible for navigating complex stakeholder relationships—including customers and vendors—to produce high-quality technical results while aggressively protecting the company’s financial and legal interests.

PROJECT OWNERSHIP & FINANCIAL STEWARDSHIP

Budget and Schedule: Develop and maintain a project schedule, budgets, and monitor labor productivity and financial performance.

Contract Management: Maintain a deep understanding of the project scope, estimates, and contractual obligations
Financial Control: Track/forecast project job costs and coordinate billing with the accounting team.
Change Management: Identify scope deviations and pursue change order opportunities to protect margins.

FIELD LEADERSHIP

Collaboration: Work closely with Foreman to provide clear and updated project information.
Problem Solving: Act as the primary point of contact to resolve jobsite challenges and logistical hurdles.
Safety Culture: Support safe operations by ensuring field teams have the necessary PPE or equipment to work safely.

CLIENT AND PARTNER COMMUNICATIONS

Primary Point of Contact: Serve as the “face of the project” for customers, GC’s, engineers, and inspectors.
Professionalism: Attend all project meetings and address issues promptly and constructively to promote and maintain long term partnerships.
Documentation: Ensure all project records- from RFIs and submittals to closeout are accurate, professional, and done in a timely manner.

REPORTING STRUCTURE

Project Managers report to Operations Leadership and work collaboratively with Estimating, Accounting, Purchasing, Safety, and Field Leadership.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

Industry Tenure: At least 3 years of Project Management experience or Assistant PM capacity with strong electrical knowledge.
Compliance Knowledge: Familiarity with the National Electrical Code (NEC) and OSHA safety standards.

Software & Technical Skills

Project Tools: Proficiency in project management and estimating software (e.g., Procore, Project HQ, Mc Cormix).
Financial Literacy: Ability to interpret job cost reports, blueprints, and complex language.

Core Competencies

Negotiation: Strong ability to negotiate scope changes and contract terms.
Leadership: A collaborative mindset with the ability to lead diverse teams without direct supervisory authority over field staff.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $100,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

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