EATON

Lead Electrical Project Manager

EATON$113K — $165K *
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or 5 years project management experience; or 10 years in lieu of a degree.
  • Proficient in Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project Scheduling software.
  • Knowledgeable in Electrical SWGR, Power Distribution, and Automation.
  • No immigration sponsorship provided; must reside in specific states.
  • Military candidates are exempt from location requirements.

Responsibilities

  • Lead management and execution of turnkey electrical projects.
  • Support sales and transition from proposal to execution.
  • Conduct project estimating and proposal development.
  • Administer contracts and manage budget oversight.
  • Oversee project financials, tracking costs and forecasting.
  • Develop and manage project schedules for multiple projects.
  • Ensure safety compliance and QA/QC during project execution.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health and welfare benefits.
  • Retirement benefits and options for time away from work.
  • Support for second chance employment opportunities.
  • Disability accommodation support during application process.
Full Job Description
The Lead Electrical Project Manager (PM) is responsible for the overall management and execution of turnkey electrical projects. The PM is also asked to support the sales team, senior project managers and regional manager during the front-end sales process to ensure a seamless transition from quote into execution.

The expected annual salary range for this role is $113000 - $165000 a year. This position is also eligible for a variable incentive program.Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

What you'll do:

  • Experience delivering Design-Build projects across the full lifecycle, from concept through final engineering and construction
  • Ability to lead and integrate cross-functional teams using standard project management processes
  • Front-end project estimating, proposal development, and sales support
  • Contract and subcontract administration, including scope management, change control, SOVs, and budget oversight
  • Ownership of project financials, including cost controls, forecasting, profit and loss accountability
  • Development and management of project schedules and concurrent multi-project execution
  • Oversight of design teams, subcontractor performance, and continuous improvement of execution efficiency
  • Leadership of site safety programs, QA/QC processes, contingency planning, and regulatory compliance
  • Strong document control and project documentation management


Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in civil, mechanical, electrical, or structural engineering from an accredited institution with a minimum of five years of relevant project management experience; an Associate's degree with seven years of relevant project management experience; or, in lieu of a degree, at least ten years of relevant project management experience, including turnkey management of electrical distribution equipment.
  • Experience with Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project Scheduling software
  • Knowledge and Experience in Electrical SWGR / Power Distribution, Power System Engineering, Automation, and Controls.
  • Eaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position. This means that Eaton will not support any CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT plans, F-1 to H-1B, H-1B cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, I-485 job portability, etc.
  • Must be located in CA, WA, OR, AZ, NV, UT, CO, ID to be considered. no relocation offered. Active duty military are exempt from these requirements.


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Working knowledge of NERC/FERC, NESC, NEC, ANSI, NETA
  • PMP Certified
  • OSHA 30 Certification
  • First Aid and CPR Trained


The application window for this position is anticipated to close on 4/01/2026

We know that good benefit programs are important to employees and their families. Eaton provides various Health and Welfare benefits as well as Retirement benefits, and several programs that provide for paid and unpaid time away from work. Click here for more detail: Eaton Benefits Overview. Please note that specific programs and options available to an employee may depend on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

About EATON

Eaton Corporation plc is a multinational power management company with 2020 sales of $17.9 billion, founded in the US. Eaton provides energy-efficient solutions that help customers effectively manage electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical power more efficiently, safely, and sustainably. Eaton operates through three main business segments: Electrical Products, Electrical Systems and Services, and Hydraulics. The Electrical Products segment designs, manufactures, markets, and sells electrical components, such as circuit breakers, switches, and electrical protection and control devices. The Electrical Systems and Services segment offers electrical power distribution and assemblies, as well as engineering services and automation and control solutions. The Hydraulics segment provides products such as pumps, motors, valves, cylinders, and filtration products. Eaton has a global presence with operations in North America, Europe, Asia, and other regions.
Learn more about EATON
Size
85,947 employees
Market Cap
$62.2 billion
Industry
Net Income
$1.4 billion
Founded
2009
5 Year Trend
-0.1%
Revenue
$17.8 billion
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