We are currently seeking a high level Project Manager for our Electrical subsidiary (T&T Electric) located in Hilo, HI.
What you'll do :
Project Planning and Startup
- Lead the development of project execution plans, including scope, schedule, budget, procurement, risk management, and safety programs.
- Lead pre-construction activities : constructability reviews, value engineering sessions, constructability risk registers, and commissioning strategy.
- Collaborate with estimators and designers during bidding to develop accurate estimates, schedules, and value propositions.
- Create and maintain the project baseline schedule; establish milestones and critical path activities; implement schedule risk analysis.
Contracting and Procurement
Manage the procurement of materials, equipment, and subcontracts; issue requests for proposals, evaluate bids, and select subcontractors in alignment with project goals.Negotiate terms, scopes of work, pricing, and change orders; maintain alignment with budget and schedule.Establish and enforce subcontractor performance expectations, safety plans, quality controls, and reporting requirements.Project Execution and Field Management
Direct the on-site management of electrical trades and related scopes, ensuring work is performed safely, on schedule, and to approved standards.Review and approve drawings, submittals, RFI responses, and shop drawings; coordinate with architects, engineers, and other trades.Oversee commissioning, testing, and start-up activities; ensure smooth transition to operations and delivery of as-built documentation and O&M manuals.Quality, Safety, and Compliance
Enforce safety protocols in accordance with company policies and OSHA requirements; lead safety briefings and conduct regular site inspections.Ensure adherence to NEC, NFPA, local amendments, and client-specific codes; maintain quality control plans and inspection regimes.Follow through on incident investigations, near-miss reports, and corrective action plans; track safety metrics and drive continuous improvement.Maintain documentation for audits, inspections, and regulatory compliance; ensure proper lockout / tagout procedures and permit-to-work systems.Budgeting, Scheduling, and Financial Management
Develop and manage project budgets, forecast cash flow, and monitor cost performance; analyze cost-to-complete and forecast variances.Manage change orders, claims, and value engineering opportunities; communicate financial impact to stakeholders and obtain approvals.Track procurement lead times, material availability, and long-lead items; optimize orders to minimize delays.Prepare and present monthly financial reports, earned value analysis (where applicable), and project health dashboards.Risk Management and Problem Solving
Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks; maintain risk registers and escalation paths.Proactively work with Field Superintendents resolve field challenges, conflicts, and schedule slippages; implement corrective actions and contingency plans.Develop and implement dependency mapping for complex interfaces between electrical systems and HVAC, plumbing, data, and life-safety disciplines.Stakeholder Management and Communications
Build and sustain strong relationships with clients, owners, architects, engineers, general contractors, and utility providers.Lead customer-facing meetings, progress reviews, and executive summaries; communicate scope, schedule, and budget status clearly and proactively.Manage internal and external communications, ensuring timely, accurate information flows and documentation.Team Leadership and Development
Lead, mentor, and develop project teams including junior PMs, field supervision, electrical engineers, and apprentices.Assign responsibilities, set performance expectations, conduct performance reviews, and support professional development.Foster a culture of safety, quality, and collaboration; recognize high performance and address underperformance promptly.Technology, Tools, and Innovation
Utilize project management and construction software platforms to plan, track, and coordinate work.Champion digital construction practices, prefabrication, modularization, and cloud-based collaboration platforms.Regulatory and Standards Compliance
Stay current with industry standards and regulatory changes; ensure project practices align with evolving requirements.Coordinate with legal and compliance teams on contract obligations, warranties, and risk allocation.Required Qualifications
Construction Management, or a closely related field; or equivalent combination of education and / or experience.10 years of oversight experience in electrical construction / project management on commercial / industrial projects.Valid electrical license or the ability to obtain one per local requirements (if applicable).Strong knowledge of NEC, local electrical codes, NFPA standards, and applicable safety regulations.Proficiency with project management software (e.g., MS Project, ProCore)Demonstrated experience managing complex electrical systems (lighting, power distribution, fire alarm, data / communications, low voltage, and specialty systems) in commercial settings.Exceptional leadership, communication, negotiation, and organizational skills.Proven track record of delivering projects on scope, on time, within budget, and with high safety / quality metrics.Commitment to safety, quality, and customer satisfaction; ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.Must have a good driving record and maintain a valid Driver's LicenseAbility to pass a comprehensive background check and drug screen.Physical Demands : The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Must be able to work in a physical environment with full range of mobility in upper and lower body.While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.The employee must regularly lift and / or move greater than 25 pounds with or without assistance.Working Conditions : The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee may be regularly exposed to high, precarious places; climbing ladders; walking on roofs (both flat and angled); outside weather conditions and vibration; confined locations (i.e. attics and crawl spaces).The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals and risk of Mechanical shock.The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.Ability to pass a comprehensive background check and drug screen.