Electrical Project Manager

Electrical Project Manager / Construction Manager (Aviation)  

Note: We kindly ask not to be contacted at this time by recruiters or third-party agencies. 

The Role

Leadership & Program Oversight

• Lead electrical program deliverables for aviation projects with cross-functional coordination
  

• Provide direction, goals, and accountability to project teams
  

• Participate in weekly internal and client meetings
  

• Develop and deliver recurring reports (schedule, cost, risk, performance)
  

• Mentor junior staff and support continuous improvement
  

Project Planning & Execution

• Define scope, objectives, milestones, and deliverables with airport stakeholders
  

• Develop and manage project plans, schedules, and resource strategies
  

Budget & Cost Management

• Develop and manage budgets for large-scale aviation electrical projects
  

• Track costs, analyze variances, forecast trends, and implement corrective actions
  

Schedule Management

• Develop, maintain, and analyze integrated master schedules
  

• Coordinate sequencing with airport operations and phasing constraints
  

Electrical & Technical Oversight

• Oversee electrical systems (power distribution, lighting, controls, life safety, low-voltage)
  

• Ensure compliance with drawings, specifications, codes, and airport standards
  

Risk, Quality & Compliance

• Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies
  

• Support QA/QC processes and regulatory compliance (FAA, OSHA, environmental, local)
  

Stakeholder & Client Communication

• Serve as primary liaison among airport authorities, designers, contractors, and clients
  

• Prepare and present project status reports and executive briefings
  

Contract & Team Leadership

• Support contract administration, change management, and claims resolution
  

• Lead multidisciplinary teams and foster a safety-focused environment
  

Qualifications

• 10+ years managing complex, multi-phase capital construction programs
  

• Aviation or transportation infrastructure experience required
  

• Electrical construction experience in active facilities required
  

• Experience on programs $500M+ preferred
  

• Strong background in scheduling, cost control, forecasting, estimating, risk management
  

• Experience with dashboards and performance metrics
  

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Power BI, Primavera P6 or similar tools
  

• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills
  

Certifications (Preferred)

• PMP, PE, CCM (CMAA), or project controls certifications
  

• Equivalent experience considered in lieu of certifications
  

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or related field (required)
  

• Master's degree preferred
  

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, drive for extended periods
  

• Navigate active construction sites and wear required PPE
  

Schedule, Location & Eligibility

• Full-time; primarily on-site at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
  

• Additional hours may be required; limited hybrid not guaranteed
  

• U.S. Citizen; must pass airport background checks and security clearances
  

• Reliable transportation required; commuting expenses not reimbursed
  

Salary

• $145,000–$185,000 annually (Philadelphia market); compensation based on experience and complies with applicable pay equity law
  

• Competitive salary
  
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
  
• 401(k) with employer matching contribution
  
• Paid time off (PTO) and company holidays
  
• Professional development and certification support
  
• Collaborative and growth-oriented work environment