Project Manager – Industrial Electrical Construction

Southwest Florida | Fort Myers / Lee County | Full-Time

Solid Rock Recruiting is representing an established, family-owned electrical contractor in its search for an experienced Project Manager to join its growing team in Southwest Florida.

This is an opportunity to join a well-established contractor with nearly 50 years in business and a strong reputation throughout the southeastern United States, particularly in water and wastewater infrastructure and industrial electrical construction.

The company has approximately 700 employees and continues to experience significant growth, taking on some of the largest projects in its history. They are looking for an experienced Project Manager who can contribute to ongoing operations while becoming part of a stable, growing organization.

Position Overview

The Project Manager will be responsible for coordinating and overseeing industrial electrical construction projects from planning through completion. This individual will work closely with field leadership, general contractors, subcontractors, vendors, and internal management to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, on schedule, and within budget.

The ideal candidate will have experience managing electrical construction projects in industrial environments. Water and wastewater experience is highly desirable, although candidates from other industrial markets will also be considered.

Responsibilities

• Manage industrial electrical construction projects from initial planning through final completion.

• Oversee project schedules, budgets, costs, and overall financial performance.

• Coordinate project activities with field personnel, superintendents, general contractors, subcontractors, and vendors.

• Review construction drawings, specifications, contracts, and project requirements.

• Monitor project progress and address scheduling, material, labor, and execution challenges.

• Manage project documentation, submittals, change orders, and customer communications.

• Maintain strong working relationships with general contractors, owners, and other project stakeholders.

• Coordinate procurement and ensure materials and resources are available to support project schedules.

• Monitor project costs and assist with forecasting and financial reporting.

• Provide leadership and support to project teams to ensure successful project execution.

Qualifications

• Experience managing electrical construction projects.

• Industrial electrical construction experience strongly preferred.

• Water and wastewater infrastructure experience is a significant plus.

• Experience in manufacturing, paper mills, battery plants, or similar industrial environments will also be considered.

• Ability to read and interpret electrical construction drawings, specifications, and contracts.

• Strong understanding of project scheduling, budgeting, cost control, and construction coordination.

• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.

• Ability to manage multiple project activities and work effectively with field and office personnel.

• Union construction experience is beneficial but not required.

Project Environment

The contractor specializes in industrial electrical construction, with a primary focus on:

• Water and wastewater infrastructure.

• Industrial facilities and manufacturing.

• Paper mills and industrial processing facilities.

• Large-scale electrical infrastructure projects.

This is primarily industrial construction rather than traditional commercial building construction.

Compensation & Benefits

• Compensation: Approximately $120,000–$140,000, depending on experience.

• Full family healthcare coverage.

• Vehicle allowance may be available.

• 401(k) retirement plan.

• Opportunity to join an established, financially growing organization.

• Long-term career advancement opportunities.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Join a family-owned electrical contractor with nearly 50 years of industry experience.

• Work for an established organization with a strong reputation in the industrial electrical market.

• Be part of a company experiencing significant growth and expanding its project capabilities.

• Work on complex industrial electrical and infrastructure projects.

• Enjoy the stability of an established organization without the corporate or private-equity ownership structure.

• Become part of a team focused on long-term relationships, continued growth, and career development.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced electrical construction Project Manager who wants to join a growing, established organization and contribute to some of the largest industrial electrical projects in the southeastern United States.

Interested in learning more? Contact Parker Thomas at [email protected] or 605.221.8443