SEI - Project Manager - Electrical Systems

Clayco

$100K — $120K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred.
  • 6-10 years of experience managing electrical or process construction scopes ($20M+), ideally in design-build projects.
  • Strong understanding of NEC and applicable electrical codes, installation standards, and cost control practices.
  • Proven track record in project safety and quality management.
  • Experience with budget planning, buyout, and cost reporting processes.
  • Demonstrated leadership in managing project teams effectively.

Responsibilities

  • Lead coordination of electrical scopes on major construction projects.
  • Manage project permit procedures and oversee subcontractor contracts.
  • Develop site logistics plans in collaboration with project superintendents.
  • Oversee preparation of installation subcontracts and manage buyout processes.
  • Monitor project costs and generate financial reports for electrical scopes.
  • Facilitate communication and coordination among project teams and stakeholders.
  • Implement safety and quality assurance programs throughout the project lifecycle.

Benefits

  • Discretionary Annual Bonus based on company and individual performance.
  • Comprehensive Benefits Package including Medical, Dental, and Vision plans.
  • Generous PTO policy and paid company holidays.
  • Access to employee assistance programs and flexible spending accounts.
  • Life insurance and disability coverage included in benefits package.
  • Opportunities for learning and development programs.
Full Job Description
The Role We Want You For

The Project Manager - Electrical Systems is a key leader within SEI's Electrical Self-Perform group, based on the construction project site and responsible for project staff and the quality, cost, and schedule execution of electrical scopes on mission-critical, industrial, and advanced manufacturing design-build projects. You will own the budget, schedule, and quality control plan for electrical scopes ranging from $20 million to over $200 million, from design through closeout, while serving as the key point of coordination among design teams, field operations, subcontractors, and clients.

The Specifics of the Role
  • Lead coordination and delivery of electrical scopes including Medium-Voltage and Low-Voltage distribution, electrical equipment, temporary power systems, low-voltage power and controls wiring, electrical skids, and E-Houses.
  • Participate with the project team and preconstruction services in development of a Project Chart of Accounts for electrical scopes.
  • Coordinate with the Project Superintendent on development of a site logistics plan for electrical equipment and material laydown.
  • Manage the project permit procedure for electrical work.
  • Oversee preparation of installation subcontracts and manage contracts for electrical installation subcontractors.
  • Manage the subcontractor buyout process for electrical scopes.
  • Assist the Superintendent in the management of electrical subcontractors.
  • Maintain understanding of the Clayco/Owner contract and enforce the requirements of the owner agreement at the jobsite.
  • Oversee the submittal, change order, and pay request process for electrical scopes.
  • Review purchase orders and negotiate terms and costs for electrical equipment and materials.
  • Oversee project cost control and cost reporting for electrical scopes; assist in generation of project costs and Job Cost Reports.
  • Contribute to the analysis and forecast of quarterly Total Cost Projection reports.
  • Set up and oversee equipment status tracking and material tracking; expedite deliveries of long-lead electrical equipment to meet schedule.
  • Support procurement strategy, factory acceptance testing (FAT), and supplier performance management for major electrical equipment.
  • Coordinate personnel and resources, including supervision of electrical project jobsite staff.
  • Communicate project expectations to the field operations team.
  • Initiate development of the fundamental project schedule and jobsite, including mobilization of the trailer and establishment of jobsite personnel and processes.
  • Monitor and record training of all electrical staff personnel; monitor project labor.
  • Assist preconstruction services in bidding electrical scopes.
  • Implement applicable safety, EEO, and Affirmative Action programs.
  • Participate in the project's quality process.
  • Contribute to schedule and project closeout processes for electrical scopes.
  • Manage all owner coordination and communication related to electrical scopes.
  • Establish and execute the budget, timeline, and quality control plan for electrical scopes.

Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field, preferred.
  • 6-10 years of experience managing electrical or process construction scopes ($20M+), ideally design-build.
  • Strong understanding of NEC and applicable electrical codes, electrical equipment installation standards, and construction cost control.
  • Strong project safety record and commitment to safety and quality.
  • Previous experience with set-up, budget planning, buyout, and cost reporting.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of construction principles, practices, and technology.
  • Previous experience leading a successful project management team.
  • Creative and results-oriented with a sense of urgency.
  • Ability to walk the job site, climb ladders, and scale multi-floor scaffolding.
  • Ability to lift objects of at least 50 lbs.

Key Competencies:
  • Financial accountability and cost control discipline
  • Schedule-driven mindset
  • Risk identification and mitigation
  • Vendor and subcontractor management
  • Strong owner, field, and office communication
  • Team leadership and staff development

Some Things You Should Know
  • Our clients and projects are nationwide -- Travel will be required.
  • No other builder can offer the collaborative design-build approach that Clayco and SEI does.
  • We work on creative, complex, award-winning, and high-profile jobs.
  • The pace is fast!
  • This position is classified as a safety-sensitive role in accordance with applicable state and federal laws. Candidates selected for this position will be subject to a comprehensive background check, which includes mandatory drug testing.

Benefits
  • Discretionary Annual Bonus: Subject to company and individual performance.
  • Comprehensive Benefits Package Including: Medical, dental and vision plans, 401k, generous PTO and paid company holidays, employee assistance program, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage, learning & development programs and more!

Compensation
  • The salary range for this position considers a wide range of factors in making compensation decisions including but not limited to: Education, qualifications, skills, training, experience, certifications, internal equity, and location. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.

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