Electrical Project Manager – Data Center Construction (National Travel Required)

Byers Industrial Services
Location: Vineland, NJ (Project-Based)
Position Type: Full-Time
Schedule: 60 Hours Per Week (Monday–Saturday)
Compensation: $115,000 – $130,000 Annually (DOE) + Bonus Potential

About Byers Industrial Services

Byers Industrial Services is a leading electrical and mechanical contractor supporting large-scale industrial, commercial, and mission-critical construction projects throughout the United States. Our team specializes in complex electrical installations, power distribution systems, industrial facilities, manufacturing plants, and data center construction projects.

As our national project portfolio continues to grow, we are seeking an experienced Electrical Project Manager to support large-scale data center construction projects and provide leadership throughout all phases of project execution.

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Electrical Project Manager with a strong background in industrial electrical construction and mission-critical infrastructure. This role is ideal for a professional who can effectively lead projects from preconstruction through commissioning and turnover while managing schedules, budgets, manpower, procurement, client relationships, and project documentation.

The successful candidate will have a proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, coordinate field operations, and drive projects to successful completion while maintaining strict safety, quality, and financial standards.

This is a National Traveling Project Manager position supporting data center and industrial construction projects throughout the United States. Candidates must be willing to travel extensively based on project requirements.

Essential ResponsibilitiesProject Leadership & Execution

Manage electrical construction projects from preconstruction through final turnover and closeout
Develop, maintain, and update detailed project schedules to ensure milestones and deadlines are achieved
Oversee project budgets, forecasting, cost controls, labor planning, and resource allocation
Monitor project profitability and implement corrective actions when necessary
Coordinate project execution with clients, general contractors, field leadership, engineers, subcontractors, and vendors
Lead project meetings and provide consistent progress updates to stakeholders and executive leadership
Identify project risks and develop proactive solutions to maintain schedule and budget performance
Manage project procurement activities, material tracking, subcontractor coordination, and contract administration
Support project commissioning, turnover, and final documentation requirements

Field Operations & Technical Oversight

Provide leadership and oversight for electrical installations involving:

EMT, IMC, Rigid, and PVC conduit systems
Cable tray and basket tray systems
Bus duct installations
Large feeder and branch circuit installations
Power distribution systems
Switchgear and switchboards
Transformers
Motor control systems
Equipment terminations
Low-voltage systems
Controls systems
Data center electrical infrastructure
Mission-critical electrical systems

Documentation & Project Controls

Review and interpret blueprints, specifications, electrical drawings, schematics, and construction documents
Ensure compliance with NEC requirements, project specifications, and applicable codes and standards
Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, punch lists, and project documentation
Maintain accurate project records, progress reports, safety documentation, cost reports, and closeout packages
Utilize project management and construction software to track project performance and documentation

Client & Stakeholder Management

Build and maintain strong working relationships with owners, clients, general contractors, and project stakeholders
Participate in preconstruction planning and project strategy discussions
Support business development efforts through successful project delivery and customer satisfaction
Represent Byers Industrial Services professionally in all project and client interactions

Required Qualifications

Minimum five (5) years of Electrical Project Management experience
Strong background in industrial, commercial, mission-critical, or data center electrical construction
Experience managing multi-million-dollar electrical construction projects
Thorough understanding of electrical construction means and methods
Extensive knowledge of:
Power distribution systems
Electrical equipment installations
Conduit systems
Cable tray systems
Construction sequencing and scheduling
NEC requirements and electrical codes
Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, specifications, blueprints, and schematics
Experience with budgeting, forecasting, estimating, and cost control
Strong understanding of contract administration and subcontractor management
Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Ability and willingness to travel nationwide

Preferred Qualifications

Data Center construction experience strongly preferred
Previous experience as an Electrician, Foreman, Superintendent, General Foreman, or Assistant Project Manager
Experience with:
Procore
Bluebeam
Primavera P6
HeavyBid
Other project management and scheduling platforms
Experience managing commissioning and turnover activities
Familiarity with mission-critical electrical infrastructure and commissioning processes

Travel Requirements

Travel is a mandatory requirement for this position.

This is a National Project Manager role supporting projects throughout the United States. Candidates must be willing and able to travel extensively based on project demands and project durations.

Byers Industrial Services provides a company credit card for approved project-related expenses, including:

Hotel accommodations
Airfare
Rental vehicles
Fuel
Meals
Other approved business-related travel expenses

All approved project-related travel expenses are company paid.

Compensation & BenefitsCompensation

$115,000 – $130,000 Annual Salary (Based on Experience)
Performance-Based Bonus Opportunities
Significant Career Advancement Potential

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
401(k) with Company Match
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Parental Leave
Company-Paid Travel Expenses
Company Credit Card for Approved Business Expenses

Work Schedule

Consistent 60-Hour Workweek
Monday through Saturday
Long-Term Project Assignments
National Travel Required
Flexibility to support critical project milestones and schedule demands

Why Join Byers Industrial Services?

This is not a replacement position—it is a strategic growth hire supporting the continued expansion of Byers Industrial Services' industrial and mission-critical construction operations.

This position offers the opportunity to manage large-scale data center projects, work directly with executive leadership, and play a key role in the growth of a nationally recognized contractor. The successful candidate will have a clear path toward Senior Project Management and Operations Leadership opportunities as our national footprint continues to expand.

If you are an experienced Electrical Project Manager with a strong electrical construction background, a commitment to excellence, and the desire to lead high-profile data center projects across the country, we encourage you to apply.

Byers Industrial Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.

Pay: $115,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

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