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Electrical Project Manager Critical Power

The Electrical Project Manager Critical Power oversees missioncritical construction projects focused on Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS), backup generators, power distribution units (PDUs), switchgear, and transfer switches. This role manages the full project lifecycle from preconstruction through closeout, ensuring continuous and reliable power delivery for environments such as data centers, hospitals, manufacturing plants, and logistics hubs. The position may be based in Lenexa, KS Lowell, AR or the Dallas, TX office, with potential remote flexibility for candidates located within approximately 200 miles of either location.

Responsibilities

• Lead full lifecycle project management for critical power projects, from preconstruction planning through project closeout.
• Oversee missioncritical construction activities involving UPS systems, switchgear, PDUs, backup generators, and transfer switches.
• Maintain accountability for project safety, schedule adherence, execution quality, and overall financial performance.
• Manage profit and loss responsibilities, including budget forecasting and cost control.
• Write detailed subcontractor scopes of work and manage vendor and subcontractor relationships to ensure high standards of quality and professionalism.
• Perform QA/QC reviews of design documents and oversee field implementation to confirm compliance with specifications and standards.
• Lead client interactions, address concerns, and resolve technical issues in a timely and professional manner.
• Create, update, and maintain construction schedules, project timelines, and meeting documentation.
• Manage daily operational tasks related to active projects to keep work progressing efficiently.
• Provide logistical project support, including coordination of materials, equipment, and field resources.
• Create and maintain organized project files, records, and documentation.
• Manage project scheduling, including coordination of internal teams, subcontractors, and client milestones.
• Oversee project billings, invoicing, and related financial documentation.
• Manage the process of sourcing, evaluating, and estimating selected bid opportunities while maintaining a high standard of quality and professionalism.
• Delegate tasks effectively through team resources and provide guidance and support to project team members.
• Perform additional related duties as assigned to support successful project delivery.
• Adhere to all required project safety requirements as set forth by the company and OSHA, and promote a safetyfirst culture on all job sites.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 5+ years of experience as an electrical project manager.
• Strong experience in electrical systems, with emphasis on lowvoltage and critical power applications.
• Demonstrated experience managing projects involving UPS systems, switchgear, PDUs, backup generators, and transfer switches.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications for documentation, scheduling, reporting, and communication.
• Experience working with engineered drawings, bid specifications, and construction takeoffs.
• Proven project management skills, including budgeting, scheduling, and coordination of subcontractors and vendors.
• Ability to function effectively as a member of a team while also working independently and being selfmotivated.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for interacting with clients, vendors, and internal teams.
• High level of attention to detail in reviewing plans, contracts, and project documentation.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and priorities.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Preferred experience in heavy electrical or critical power projects, particularly in missioncritical environments such as data centers, hospitals, manufacturing plants, or logistics hubs.
• Experience with estimating and bid evaluation for electrical and critical power projects.
• Familiarity with lowvoltage systems, CCTV, and telecom infrastructure.
• Ability to manage profit/loss responsibilities and perform budget forecasting.
• Capability to lead client meetings and resolve complex technical issues.
• Strong teamwork orientation combined with the ability to manage and delegate through team resources.
• Selfmotivated, organized, and able to maintain a high standard of professionalism under pressure.

Work Environment

This role supports critical power projects primarily associated with large commercial and missioncritical facilities, including data centers, hospitals, manufacturing plants, and logistics hubs. Work is based out of either a Lenexa, KS or Arkansas office, with potential remote flexibility for candidates located within approximately 200 miles of either location. The position involves regular use of Microsoft Office and companyprovided technology such as a laptop, cell phone, and, typically after a contract period, a company truck, with flexibility to provide a vehicle earlier if needed. The work environment emphasizes strict adherence to OSHA and company safety requirements on all project sites. The culture promotes a workhard, playhard mentality, fostering a positive work environment with opportunities to work directly alongside a director and gain mentorship and professional growth. When hired on a direct basis, employees receive comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, prescription, and vision coverage; life, AD&D, and longterm disability insurance; paid vacation and holidays; wellness and legal support programs; and companymatched 401(k) and IRA retirement savings.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lenexa, KS.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $62.50/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Lenexa,KS.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 13, 2026.