Sr. Project Manager - Electrical

Senior Project Manager - Electrical Construction

Location: Queens, NY
Salary: $125,000 - $175,000 (commensurate with experience)

About the Opportunity

LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a large commercial mechanical and HVAC contractor based in Queens, NY, to identify an experienced Senior Project Manager - Electrical Construction. This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established organization with a strong reputation for delivering complex commercial, industrial, institutional, and specialty construction projects throughout the New York metropolitan area.

The organization offers a collaborative environment, a robust project pipeline, and the opportunity to lead high-profile electrical construction initiatives across a diverse portfolio of projects.

Position Overview

The Senior Project Manager will oversee the full lifecycle of major electrical construction projects-from preconstruction planning and budgeting through execution, financial management, and project closeout.

The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience managing large-scale commercial electrical projects, strong leadership capabilities, and the ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders while maintaining project schedules, budgets, and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

Project Management & Execution

• Lead all phases of commercial electrical construction projects from inception through completion.
• Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, procurement plans, and resource allocation.
• Oversee installation of electrical systems including power distribution, switchgear, lighting, fire alarm, emergency power, and low-voltage systems.
• Coordinate field operations, subcontractors, vendors, and project teams to ensure successful project delivery.
• Monitor project performance and proactively resolve issues impacting scope, schedule, or budget.
• Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, and project documentation.

Financial & Contract Management

• Develop and maintain project budgets, forecasting, and cost tracking.
• Ensure compliance with contract requirements and project specifications.
• Review and negotiate subcontractor proposals and supplier pricing.
• Support project billing, cash flow management, and financial reporting.
• Track project profitability and identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements.

Leadership & Client Relations

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, consultants, architects, engineers, and general contractors.
• Lead project coordination meetings and maintain clear communication across all project stakeholders.
• Partner with estimating and preconstruction teams during project handoff and planning phases.
• Mentor and develop Project Engineers and Assistant Project Managers.
• Foster a collaborative and solutions-oriented project culture.

Strategic Planning & Risk Management

• Drive project scheduling strategies, risk mitigation plans, and value-engineering initiatives.
• Manage labor planning and resource utilization, including work performed in union environments.
• Stay informed on industry trends, material procurement challenges, and evolving project delivery methodologies.
• Identify and implement process improvements that enhance project execution and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

Required

• 8+ years of Project Management experience within electrical construction.
• Proven success managing large commercial, healthcare, educational, institutional, industrial, or infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems including power distribution, switchgear, lighting, emergency power, and low-voltage systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Experience utilizing construction management software such as Procore, Bluebeam, MS Project, Primavera, or similar platforms.
• Strong financial management skills, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost control.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and client-facing abilities.

Preferred

• Experience working in union construction environments, including Local 3.
• Electrical Engineering degree or related technical background.
• Experience with design-build and design-assist project delivery methods.
• OSHA certifications or other construction-related credentials are a plus.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary: $125,000 - $175,000
• Comprehensive medical benefits
• Opportunity to lead high-profile NYC-area projects
• Collaborative and experienced leadership team
• Strong backlog of work and long-term career stability
• Professional growth and advancement opportunities

LHH Recruitment Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

Pay Details: $150,000.00 to $175,000.00 per year

Search managed by: Cara Kelly

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