Electrical Project Manager - Icon Electric

Together We Build - Partnership, Innovation, Excellence, and Safety at Kelso Industries

We're not just offering a job, we're inviting you to be part of a team built on PARTNERSHIP, INNOVATION, EXCELLENCE, and SAFETY.

• PARTNERSHIP means we work together with trust, loyalty, and an owner mindset, always striving for win-win outcomes.

• INNOVATION drives us to think differently and create real value in everything we do.

• EXCELLENCE pushes us to set high expectations and deliver exceptional results.

• SAFETY is our foundation-both physical and psychological safety matter every single day.

If you're looking for a place where you can grow your career, be valued for who you are, and contribute to something meaningful, we'd love to have you on our team.

The Kelso Industries company is comprised of 26 (and growing) market-leading operating companies with over 2,600 employees that deliver unmatched HVAC, mechanical, refrigeration, plumbing, and electrical solutions. We are actively building the nation's preferred technical service partnership for commercial MEP+ ecosystems, empowering industrial, commercial, and institutional clients-including Fortune 500 companies and other industry leaders across the United States-with reliable, innovative service.

Description: A Project Manager is required to plan projects, schedule & coordinate resources, and ensure projects are run efficiently.

Reports to: Director of Operations

Mentors: Assistant Project Manager, Project Admin, General Foreman and Foreman

Primary Responsibilities:

Pre-construction Planning:

• Reviews construction drawings, specification and diagrams
• Reviews contract scope of work
• Reviews project labor, equipment and material requirements
• Review estimate and set up initial budget and schedule of values
• Set up labor budget and production targets
• Review material quotes, types and quantities
• Review subcontractor quotes and scopes of work
• Review quotes and selection of subcontractor and vendors
• Leads team in project planning including: underground routing, equipment layout, conduit routing, branch circuitry grouping and best practice installation
• Assists in schedule review, schedule building and manpower loading
• Lead in job handoff from estimating through job set up in accordance with the pre-construction checklist

Cost Management:

• Review, approve, and track all actual job costs vs estimated costs
• Track all labor costs including labor rate and labor budgets breakouts
• Accountable for project productivity tracking / scoring
• Review job costs weekly and report any discrepancies or issues with manager
• Estimate, budget, and manage all project change orders
• Issue and manage purchase orders to align with project scope, budget, and timeline
• Request and review all vendor and subcontractor invoicing
• Assist with monthly job cost projection and billings

Project Management

• Oversee or directly procure all necessary resources to meet project needs and timelines
• Communicate efficiently and effectively with our customer and project team
• Maintain all required project documentation logs to ensure the foreman and customers have the information required. Track and update logs weekly and communicate with the project team.
• Maintain a project issues log and keep up to date, follow up with outstanding issues weekly
• Monitor and document scheduled vs actual progress on site and schedule subcontractors, equipment and deliveries
• Communicate all changes with project field personnel
• Conduct weekly project review with foreman and superintendent
• Review weekly the foreman's daily logs, 1-week short duration plan and 3-week look ahead
• Manage and coordinate the vendors and subcontractors

Job Site Documentation:

• Accountable for job site documentation process and procedures
• Includes: Plans, Specs, Submittals, RFIs, ASI, PRs, Change Orders, Submittals, etc.

Qualification:

• Safe working procedures and knowledge of OSHA requirements
• Advanced knowledgeable of the National Electric Code requirements
• Advanced knowledge of electrical material, components, equipment, systems, layout and methods of installation
• Advanced knowledge on construction sequence, scheduling and trade interaction
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, one-line diagrams, wiring diagrams and written specifications
• Ability to communicate information to foreman for proper installation
• Ability to manage 5-10 construction projects
• Ability to stay calm in tense situations

Educational and Training:

• High School diploma, GED or equivalent training
• Electrical apprenticeship or accredited electrical training program or equivalent work experience
• 10+ years' experience in the electrical construction industry
• 5+ years in a leadership role on electrical construction projects
• OSHA 30 training is preferred, OSHA 500 is better
• Computer software proficiency including Microsoft Office and Outlook
• Adept at using online or software as a service (SaaS) cloud computing

Additional Requirements:

• This role requires you to work 45 - 50 hours a week. Standard working hours for this position are Monday to Friday from 6:00am to 4:00pm
• Networking, business development, and customer service activities which support the sales process overall
• Positively contributing to safety processes and culture
• Other duties as assigned

Why Join Kelso Industries?

Join us and be part of a team dedicated to creating efficient, sustainable, and high-performance environments that make a lasting impact across the industrial, commercial, and institutional sectors.

Here you will experience:

Growth Opportunities: Develop new skills, take on exciting challenges, and advance your career in meaningful ways.

Company Culture: You'll thrive in an environment that supports your growth, values your contributions, and makes work fulfilling and enjoyable.

Impact: Your work directly contributes to meaningful outcomes, allowing you to see the difference you make and feel a sense of purpose every day.

Competitive Compensation & Benefits: You'll be rewarded fairly for your contributions while enjoying perks that enhance your financial security, health, and overall well-being.

Kelso Industries celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate in any aspect of employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local employment discrimination laws where Kelso does business