Electrical Project Manager (Industrial)

 

 

Job Title: Electrical Project Manager (Industrial)

Company: Loenbro, LLC
Business Unit/Department: Southeast                                               
Location: Rome, GA / On-site
Reports to:  Project Executive
Employment Type: Full-Time
FLSA Classification: Exempt

About Loenbro

Loenbro is a trusted, long-term construction lifecycle partner to thousands of customers across the U.S. Our market spans all industries, and our service offerings include Critical Electrical, Mechanical & Structural, Soft Crafts, Inspection, Underground Maintenance and Installation, and Fabrication. Our expertise lies in simplifying the complex and establishing long-standing relationships with our partners. We have a national presence but a local approach—every customer benefits from our capabilities and our care.

 

At Loenbro, we don’t just offer jobs—we build careers grounded in integrity, teamwork, excellence, and purpose. Join a team where your expertise is valued, your growth is supported, and your work helps maintain and enhance the critical infrastructure that powers communities across the nation.

 

Job Summary

As an Industrial Electrical Project Manager at Loenbro, you will lead the planning, execution, and successful delivery of industrial electrical construction projects. Projects may include power generation facilities, substations, manufacturing plants, industrial processing facilities, renewable energy installations, water and wastewater treatment plants, and other heavy industrial construction projects.

The Project Manager is responsible for the full project lifecycle, including estimating support, project planning, budgeting, procurement, field execution, contract administration, scheduling, safety performance, commissioning, and project closeout. This role partners closely with customers, field leadership, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders to ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

 

 

Essential Job Responsibilities

Project Planning & Execution

• Develop and manage project execution plans, schedules, manpower forecasts, budgets, and procurement plans for industrial electrical construction projects.
• Collaborate with clients, engineers, superintendents, and project stakeholders to define project objectives, scope, deliverables, and success criteria.
• Ensure projects are executed in accordance with contract requirements, specifications, drawings, and applicable industry standards.
• Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimize schedule, cost, and operational impacts.

Team Leadership

• Lead and support project teams, including electrical superintendents, foremen, field electricians, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Establish clear performance expectations and accountability measures.
• Foster a culture centered on safety, collaboration, quality, and operational excellence.

Financial Management

• Develop, manage, and maintain project budgets, forecasts, cost reports, and earned value metrics.
• Monitor labor productivity, equipment utilization, material costs, and subcontractor performance.
• Manage change orders, claims, contingencies, and project financial reporting to maximize project profitability.

Scheduling & Resource Management

• Coordinate labor, equipment, tools, and material resources to support project milestones and client commitments.
• Work closely with procurement teams and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of critical electrical materials and equipment.
• Monitor project schedules and implement recovery plans when required.

Client & Stakeholder Management

• Serve as the primary point of contact for customers and project stakeholders.
• Facilitate project meetings, provide status updates, and communicate project risks, opportunities, and progress.
• Build long-term customer relationships through effective communication and project execution.

Safety & Quality

• Promote and enforce Loenbro's safety culture and ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, NFPA standards, customer requirements, and company EH&S policies.
• Conduct site visits, safety reviews, and quality inspections to verify compliance with project specifications and workmanship standards.
• Support incident investigations and implement corrective actions when necessary.

Contract & Change Management

• Review contracts, specifications, and scope documents to ensure project compliance.
• Manage Requests for Information (RFIs), submittals, field directives, and change order documentation.
• Evaluate and negotiate scope changes while minimizing impacts to project schedules and budgets.

Project Closeout

• Coordinate system startup, testing, commissioning, and turnover activities.
• Ensure completion of punch list items and final project documentation.
• Conduct project reviews and capture lessons learned to support continuous improvement.

Travel

• Travel up to 25% as required to support project activities and customer needs.

Skills

• Strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems, power distribution, substations, switchgear, motor control centers (MCCs), instrumentation, grounding systems, and industrial control systems.
• Working knowledge of NEC, NFPA 70E, OSHA regulations, and industry best practices.
• Proficiency with project management, scheduling, and construction software.
• Strong understanding of industrial construction means and methods.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining deadlines and customer expectations.
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Strong financial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, cost controls, and productivity analysis.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence.

Qualifications

Required:

 

• 5+ years of project management experience in industrial electrical construction.
• Experience managing projects in one or more of the following markets:
• Power Generation
• Utilities
• Manufacturing
• Renewable Energy
• Oil & Gas
• Water/Wastewater Treatment
• Data Centers
• Heavy Industrial Construction
• Demonstrated experience managing project budgets, subcontractors, schedules, and field operations.
• Strong understanding of electrical construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel as needed.

 

Preferred: *if any

 

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business Management, or a related field.
• Journeyman Electrician License or Master Electrician License.
• OSHA 30 Certification.
• NFPA 70E Certification.
• PMP (Project Management Professional) Certification.
• Experience utilizing Bluebeam, Procore, Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, Accubid, and/or SAP.
• Experience managing projects valued at $5M+.

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Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

Work Environment:

 

• Safely navigate active industrial construction sites, including uneven terrain, stairs, ladders, scaffolding, and elevated work areas.
• Frequent exposure to active construction, manufacturing, power generation, and industrial operating environments.
• Exposure to varying weather conditions, noise, dust, vibration, and industrial hazards.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including hard hats, safety glasses, FR clothing, hearing protection, gloves, and fall protection equipment.
• Combination of office and field-based work, with significant time spent on construction sites.

This role requires compliance with all applicable safety regulations, personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements, and Loenbro's Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) policies.

Benefits

Loenbro offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and rewards to those who join our team:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Life and disability insurance
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

Benefits eligibility may vary based on employment classification and hours worked.

Guided by Core Values (LEAD), grounded in grit and a commitment to excellence, Loenbro betters our families, customers, and local communities.  If you’re ready to be part of a company that LEADS by:

• Living with Integrity
• Exceeding Expectations
• Acting with Urgency
• Delivering Excellence

 

…we want to hear from you.

 

Loenbro is an Equal Opportunity Employer