• Electrical Project Manager

    Actalent (Dulles, VA)


    Electrical Project Manager

    Job Description

    As an Electrical Project Manager, you will oversee and manage electrical projects, ensuring the successful execution of project contracts while building and maintaining strong relationships with all stakeholders.

    Responsibilities

    + Build and maintain relationships with customers, peers, supervisors, administrative staff, field workers, vendors, subcontractors, inspectors, and power companies.

    + Execute and manage all terms of project contracts.

    + Collaborate with Foreman, Project Engineers, Assistant Project Managers, and Estimators to define the complete scope of work.

    + Mentor and develop the project management team.

    + Monitor and manage project budgets and costs.

    + Develop and manage accurate cost projections and evaluate project performance; update monthly Work-In-Progress.

    + Monitor and prepare project schedules with milestone deadlines.

    + Prepare and present computer-generated spreadsheets and reports.

    + Maintain communication and collaboration with the project team, including Project Foreman, Project Manager, General Contractor, Architect/Engineer, and other subcontractors.

    + Prepare and manage communications with General Contractors or Construction Managers for assigned projects.

    + Generate new work by developing and maintaining relationships with Owners and General Contractors.

    + Review, analyze, and make recommendations on project change orders.

    + Offer creative and innovative solutions to customers.

    + Estimate, price, and negotiate change orders as required.

    + Analyze drawings, specifications, and construction documents to confirm project requirements and opportunities for value engineering.

    + Ensure attention to detail, efficiency, and integrity in all aspects of work.

    + Proactively manage billings to maintain positive cash flow; prepare documents for billing purposes and coordinate with accounting personnel.

    + Conduct and document procurement activities, including materials, tools, equipment, and subcontracts.

    + Report and resolve customer concerns and grievances as needed.

    + Ensure job site employees maintain a safe work environment.

    + Attend and conduct meetings as required.

    + Travel to various project sites as needed.

    Essential Skills

    + 5+ years of experience in the electrical industry.

    + Experience in Electrical/Mission Critical projects.

    + Experience with Bluebeam & Procore.

    + Field experience is a plus.

    + Knowledge in construction management, estimation, change orders, and RFI processes.

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + Data Center/Mission Critical experience preferred.

    + No degree needed, but a degree in Construction Management or Engineering is a plus.

    Work Environment

    The role involves frequent exposure to fumes, airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, and vibration. Occasionally, you may encounter extreme conditions at construction job sites. The noise level can be loud, and work is performed both indoors and outdoors, which may include adverse weather conditions. Benefits include 6 paid holidays, 2 weeks PTO, and access to EMCOR benefits.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Dulles, Virginia.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $125000.00/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

     

    • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Dulles,VA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Oct 14, 2025.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.