Senior Project Manager, Technologies

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San Jose, CA, USA
In-Office
145K-180K Annually
Senior level
Professional Services • Energy • Industrial • Automation
The Role
Lead and manage small-to-medium electrical construction projects end-to-end: planning, scheduling, budgeting, estimating, change orders, stakeholder communication, onsite supervision, safety leadership, team coaching, and project closeout to ensure timely, high-quality, and profitable delivery.
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Who We Are
At PRIME, a culture of empathy, trust, and belonging are foundational. This is integral in our approach to recruiting, developing, and retaining the best people in the industry. Our growth mindset drives us to embrace challenges and discover what sparks inspiration for creative solutions. PRIME is compelled to keep evolving, and creating new opportunities for those who perform. Our comprehensive services cover the entire lifecycle of a project, capabilities include electrical construction, service and maintenance, underground, utilities services, renewable energy, and low voltage technology solutions.

Recognized as one of Silicon Valley’s Best Places to Work!

Position Summary:

As a Senior Project Manager, you will play a pivotal role in leading and overseeing the successful execution of increasingly complex small to medium-scale construction projects.  Operating with minimal supervision, you will be responsible for project planning, management direction, achieving project completion, ensuring customer satisfaction and delivering a positive financial outcome

What You Will Need to be Successful

  • Bachelor’s degree in construction management or related field (architecture, engineering, etc.), and seven to ten years electrical project management experience or relevant experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and/or field experience.
  • Strong understanding of construction cost, scheduling, estimating and engineering principles and techniques, as well as accounting practices.
  • Proficiency in electrical estimating, including preparing and presenting job change orders, evaluating estimates, and contributing to new estimates.
  • Proficiency with project management tools and software packages. Experience with project management tools and software packages, with a preference for familiarity with Accubid Estimating systems.
  • Knowledge of and experience with integrated job cost systems, budgeting, report evaluations, and final costing.
  • Proficiency building critical path schedules for projects and understanding construction sequencing across all disciplines.,
  • Experience with design-build delivery models is highly preferred.
  • Ability to actively engage in the construction process and accurately evaluate final “cost at completion” on a regular basis.
  • Effective identification and quantification of project impacts, along with sound negotiation skills with customers for change orders.
  • Demonstrated leadership in managing people and teams.
  • Excellent communication, leadership, problem solving, and analytical skills.
  • Ability to rapidly adapt and respond to changing environments and priorities.
  • Skill in eliciting cooperation from senior management and cross-functional departments.
  • Ability to maintain a positive attitude and work environment.
  • Strong computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office.

What You Will Do

  • Collaborate on work procurement and engage in business development activities to identify new project opportunities.
  • Lead the entire project lifecycle from initiation to closure, ensuring safety, budget adherence, high-quality standards, and timely delivery. 
  • Oversee project financial activities (SOV preparation, invoicing, collections, etc.)Take ownership of project results and work closely with all stakeholders to define project scope, goals, deliverables, resources, budget, and timeline. 
  • Communicate clear expectations to team members and stakeholders, serving as a mediator between them.
  • Proactively resolve issues and address problems throughout project life cycle.
  • Effectively manage project scope by documenting and obtaining approvals for any changes via change order forms.
  • Work closely with field leadership.
  • Lead, coach, and motivate project team members proactively to foster a high-performance work environment.
  • Adhere to the PRIME Safety Program, complying with safety regulations, procedures and safe work practices.  Lead project safety efforts, promote a safe worksite at all times.
  • Maintain a physical presence onsite and regularly visit jobsites to oversee progress and provide assistance to the project management team as needed.
  • Performs other duties as requested; duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with our without notice.

Our Benefits
-100% coverage for Medical, Dental, and Vision, including dependents, with no premium cost to the employee
-401k Program w/ Direct Benefit
-100% Employer-paid Life Insurance
-Profit Sharing and Discretionary Bonus Program
-Education/ Training Reimbursement Benefit
-Paid Time off and Holiday Time Off

*PRIME Electric does not engage with or utilize recruiting or placement agencies for any recruiting or hiring needs. PRIME hiring managers are not authorized to review or accept resume referrals from any agencies.

This employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in construction management, architecture, engineering, or related field (or equivalent combination of education/field experience)
  • Seven to ten years electrical project management experience (or relevant equivalent)
  • Strong understanding of construction cost control, scheduling, estimating, engineering principles, and accounting practices
  • Proficiency in electrical estimating, preparing and presenting change orders, and evaluating estimates
  • Proficiency with project management tools and software packages
  • Familiarity with Accubid Estimating systems
  • Knowledge of integrated job cost systems, budgeting, report evaluation, and final costing
  • Ability to build critical path schedules and understand multi-discipline construction sequencing
  • Experience with design-build delivery models
  • Ability to evaluate project "cost at completion" and actively engage in construction process
  • Strong negotiation skills for identifying and quantifying project impacts and securing change orders
  • Demonstrated leadership managing people and teams, with excellent communication, problem solving, and analytical skills
  • Strong computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office
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The Company
625 Employees

What We Do

Prime Electric is a leading electrical and data systems contractor providing a full spectrum of services, including design, installation, and maintenance. Operating across the West Coast, the company serves private sector clients in industries such as healthcare, biopharma, data centers, and renewable energy. With over 30 years of experience, Prime Electric is committed to sustainable practices and delivering high-quality, efficient electrical solutions for complex projects.

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