Electrical Engineering Project Manager Jobs

Electrical Engineering Project Managers lead the planning and delivery of complex electrical projects, coordinating technical teams, schedules, budgets, and stakeholder needs. Explore vetted opportunities on Ladders, where every listed job pays $100,000 or more. Roles span power systems, energy, construction, manufacturing, infrastructure, and technology.

What Electrical Engineering Project Managers Do

These professionals guide projects from early requirements and design through procurement, implementation, testing, and final handoff. They align engineering work with business goals, manage risks and resources, track milestones, and help ensure systems meet applicable safety, quality, performance, and regulatory requirements.

Common Responsibilities and Specialties

  • Develop project scopes, schedules, budgets, and delivery plans.
  • Coordinate electrical engineers, contractors, vendors, and cross-functional teams.
  • Oversee design reviews, equipment selection, installation, commissioning, and testing.
  • Monitor project risks, costs, changes, and compliance requirements.
  • Communicate progress and technical decisions to clients and senior leadership.

Openings may focus on building systems, utilities, renewable energy, substations, industrial automation, data centers, transportation, or product development.

Skills and Qualifications Employers Seek

Employers commonly value a degree in electrical engineering or a related field, relevant project delivery experience, and strong leadership and communication skills. Depending on the role, they may seek expertise in power distribution, controls, electrical design, construction, commissioning, or industry standards. Project management credentials, professional engineering licensure, and familiarity with tools such as scheduling or design software may be preferred or required.

Find Electrical Engineering Project Manager Jobs on Ladders

Browse Electrical Engineering Project Manager opportunities on Ladders to discover vetted roles with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare positions by industry, location, and responsibilities to find a role that matches your technical background and leadership experience.

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$100K - $186K *

Lead cross-functional teams to resolve hardware issues, conduct circuit analysis, and support product development. Drive cost-reduction initiatives and enhance manufacturing efficiency while deliverin...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Support our engineering team by leveraging your expertise in electrical design, circuit analysis, and troubleshooting to enhance product development and optimize manufacturing processes while collabor...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Contribute to innovative electrical engineering solutions by collaborating with cross-functional teams, conducting circuit analysis, and driving product development initiatives to enhance performance...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing civil engineering projects, ensuring timely delivery and quality outcomes while fostering team development and maintaining client relationships in a dynamic environment...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Transform your career by leading federal energy programs, ensuring operational excellence and customer satisfaction while driving continuous improvement and strategic execution across a dynamic portfo...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$140K - $180K *

Lead and inspire a dynamic civil engineering team, overseeing site and land development projects across the Midwest. Drive project execution, mentor engineers, and ensure high-quality results while fo...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $180K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative civil engineering solutions while managing a dynamic team. Oversee project execution and mentor engineers to ensure high-quality results in land and site devel...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $180K *

Lead and mentor a dynamic civil engineering team, overseeing project execution and ensuring high-quality design solutions for land and site development across the Midwest. Collaborate with multidiscip...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $180K *

Drive impactful civil engineering solutions by leading project teams and managing site development initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure high-quality project execution while mentoring j...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $180K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative civil engineering solutions while managing a dynamic team. Oversee project execution and mentor engineers to ensure high-quality results in land and site devel...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $180K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic civil engineering team, driving innovative site and land development projects across the Midwest. You'll mentor engineers, ensure project excellence, and foste...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $180K *

Join a team that's passionate about delivering innovative civil engineering solutions. Lead design and execution of diverse land development projects while mentoring engineers and ensuring high-qualit...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $180K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative civil engineering solutions, overseeing project teams and ensuring high-quality execution of land and site development projects across the Midwest, while foste...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $147K *

Champion project success by overseeing construction initiatives, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and compliance with specifications. Leverage strong leadership and communication skills to...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team leading innovative I&C and digital engineering initiatives for Power Uprate projects, ensuring optimal safety, compliance, and integration across all systems for enhanced plant ope...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in advancing capital projects that enhance plant safety, operational efficiency, and compliance. Manage multi-million dollar budgets and cross-functional teams while driving process im...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$90K - $110K *

Champion engineering excellence by leading distribution projects from concept to completion. Collaborate with teams to ensure safe, high-quality deliverables that meet project requirements while manag...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $109K *

Join a team that shapes the future of electrical construction by supporting project planning, execution, and quality assurance for commercial and industrial projects. Collaborate with stakeholders to...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$74K - $141K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $140K *

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Kelowna, BCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$98K - $150K *

Lead the charge in managing civil engineering projects, ensuring successful completion within budget and schedule. Oversee design, coordinate teams, and engage with clients and regulatory agencies to...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Drive project success by managing civil engineering initiatives, overseeing design and execution while ensuring compliance with budgets, schedules, and quality standards. Collaborate with teams and cl...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$93K - $120K *

Take ownership of diverse municipal projects, ensuring successful completion within budget and schedule. Collaborate with teams on water/wastewater systems, utilizing your expertise in design, plannin...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$67K - $125K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing program planning and execution. You'll coordinate schedules, manage budgets, and analyze project impacts while ensuring effective communication with stakehol...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $110K *

Join a dynamic team as you leverage your finance expertise to drive project financial performance, ensure compliance, and support continuous improvement initiatives in a collaborative environment. Sha...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an Electrical Engineering Project Manager do?question toggle

    An Electrical Engineering Project Manager plans and oversees electrical engineering projects, coordinating people, budgets, schedules, technical work, risks, and stakeholders from project definition through delivery.

  • What qualifications are typically required for Electrical Engineering Project Manager jobs?question toggle

    Many roles require a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related discipline and experience managing engineering projects. Employers may also prefer project management credentials, professional engineering licensure, or expertise in a relevant industry or technical specialty.

  • Which industries hire Electrical Engineering Project Managers?question toggle

    Employers include utilities, energy and renewables companies, construction and engineering firms, manufacturers, transportation organizations, technology companies, and infrastructure providers.

  • How much do Electrical Engineering Project Manager jobs on Ladders pay?question toggle

    Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Actual compensation varies by employer, location, experience, industry, and role scope.

  • What skills help Electrical Engineering Project Managers succeed?question toggle

    Useful skills include project planning, budget and schedule management, electrical engineering expertise, risk assessment, vendor coordination, clear communication, and the ability to lead multidisciplinary teams.