West Coast Wiring & Automation is seeking an experienced Electrical Field Project Manager specializing in high-end custom residential construction.
This position is NOT for commercial, TI, or multifamily project managers.
Only candidates with high-end custom residential electrical experience will be considered.
This is a field-driven role, not a desk-based project management position and may require some field work. You will oversee electrical installations on custom homes from rough through finish, ensuring quality, coordination, and execution align with high-end client expectations.
What You’ll Be Doing (Duties)
- Manage multiple custom residential projects in the field
- Coordinate directly with:
- General contractors
- Superintendents
- Homeowners
- Designers & lighting consultants
- Oversee installation of:
- Lighting systems & custom layouts
- Lighting control systems (Lutron, Vantage, Control4 etc.)
- Panels, branch circuits, and specialty systems
- Interpret plans and adjust based on real-world conditions
- Handle field-driven problem solving and decision-making
- Create and manage change orders (REQUIRED skill)
- Ensure crews stay on schedule and maintain quality standards
- Perform job walks and site visits daily
- Coordinate with office for:
- Purchase orders
- Scheduling
- Job costing updates
Requirements
- 6+ years experience in custom residential electrical (REQUIRED)
- Must have experience managing custom homes from rough to finish
- Must be able to read plans AND adapt in the field without constant direction
- Strong knowledge of:
- High-end residential wiring methods
- Lighting layouts and fixture coordination
- Lighting control systems (Lutron, Vantage, etc.)
- Ability to write and price change orders accurately
- Experience working directly with GCs and homeowners
- Ability to read and interpret plans and adapt in the field
- Familiar with project management software (Sage experience a plus)
- Strong communication and leadership skills
Commercial-only experience will not be considered
Work Environment
- Primarily field-based across multiple job sites
- Travel between job sites and office required
- Fast-paced, detail-driven custom home environment
Compensation & Benefits
- $32 – $45/hour (based on experience)
- Gas reimbursement provided
- Paid time off
- Flexible schedule
- Growth opportunity into senior management
Additional Notes
We are a growing electrical contractor focused on high-end custom residential work, where attention to detail, communication, and craftsmanship matter.
If you’ve worked on:
- Large custom homes
- Architect-driven projects
- Complex lighting systems
You will fit well here.
This role is a great fit if you:
- Have managed high-end custom homes
- Understand detail-driven electrical work
- Are comfortable making field decisions daily
- Have worked with builders, designers, and homeowners directly
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $32.00 - $45.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
Application Question(s):
- Have you managed high-end custom homes from rough to finish?
- Do you have experience creating, pricing, and managing change orders?
- What type of projects have you primarily worked on?
- Are you willing to travel daily between job sites and our office?
- Describe a recent custom home project you managed (size, scope, and your role).
- Do you have hands-on experience with lighting control systems (Lutron, Vantage, etc.)?
Experience:
- custom residential electrical: 6 years (Required)
- Custom Residential Project Management: 6 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- Lutron HomeWorks Programming Certificate (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Santa Ana, CA 92705 (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Santa Ana, CA 92705
