Electrical construction Project Manager

Acara Solutions is seeking a skilled Electrical Construction Project Manager to join our client on a Full Time Direct Hire opportunity located in Austin, TX. This position will oversee the execution of large-scale self-perform Electrical construction projects within a high-tech factory environment. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership, construction management expertise, and a commitment to safety and quality in fast-paced, complex projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multidisciplinary teams including Project Coordinators, Buyers, Superintendents, and craft labor.
• Oversee all phases of electrical construction from planning through execution and closeout.
• Champion job site safety and construction quality standards.
• Conduct constructability reviews to identify opportunities for design optimization.
• Manage project scope, schedule, and budget with effective change control processes.
• Identify and mitigate risks while seizing opportunities throughout the project lifecycle.
• Collaborate with internal teams such as engineering, procurement, manufacturing, and commissioning.
• Ensure alignment with the client's quality assurance and control protocols.

Required Skills / Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field - or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years of relevant experience within electrical construction
• 5+ years of experience in a Project Management role overseeing large-scale industrial or infrastructure projects.
• Experience managing projects valued at $25M or more .

Preferred Skills / Qualifications:

• Proficient in interpreting construction drawings, performing material takeoffs, and estimating.
• Expertise in baseline development, cost and schedule performance tracking, and variance analysis.
• Proactive and collaborative leadership style.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving industrial construction environment.