Construction Manager (Electrical Construction / Solar Infrastructure)
Location: Mid-Atlantic & Northeast Projects (Travel Required)Home Base: Greater Washington, DC Area (Manassas, VA)
Our client is a rapidly growing electrical infrastructure and renewable energy contractor delivering commercial, utility, and energy projects throughout the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast.
We're looking for an Associate Construction Manager—someone with a strong electrical construction background who is ready to take the next step into project leadership. This is an excellent opportunity for a Lead Electrician, General Foreman, Field Supervisor, Superintendent, or Assistant Project Manager who wants to grow into a Construction Manager role while working alongside experienced leaders.
If you enjoy being in the field, leading crews, solving problems, and building your career in one of the fastest-growing industries, we'd love to talk with you.
What You'll DoField Leadership
- Assist in managing commercial and utility electrical construction projects from mobilization through completion
- Coordinate daily field operations alongside senior Construction Managers
- Lead and support field crews to maintain productivity, quality, and safety
- Help ensure work is completed on schedule and according to project plans
Project Coordination
- Read and interpret blueprints, specifications, and electrical drawings
- Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, and internal crews
- Participate in project meetings and communicate progress with leadership
- Help identify and resolve field issues before they impact the schedule
Safety & Quality
- Promote and enforce OSHA safety standards
- Conduct jobsite inspections and safety meetings
- Ensure installations meet company quality standards and applicable codes
Documentation
- Complete daily reports and field documentation
- Track materials, equipment, and manpower
- Assist with project scheduling and progress updates
What We're Looking ForRequired Qualifications
- 3-7 years of commercial electrical construction experience
- Experience leading crews as a Lead Electrician, Foreman, General Foreman, Field Supervisor, Superintendent, or similar role
- Ability to read construction drawings and electrical plans
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 Certification
- Valid driver's license
- Willingness to travel throughout the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast
Preferred Experience
Experience in one or more of the following:
- Commercial electrical construction
- Solar PV installations
- Utility infrastructure
- Renewable energy projects
- Data centers
- Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
- Industrial electrical construction
Electrical Journeyman License is a plus but not required.
Travel
This is a 100% field-based position.
Travel is required throughout:
- Virginia
- Maryland
- Pennsylvania
- New York
- North Carolina
- Surrounding Mid-Atlantic states
Typical travel is within a 3-5 hour radius of your home base.
Projects may range from several weeks to over a year depending on size.
The company provides:
- Company truck or vehicle allowance
- Fuel card
- Hotel/housing while traveling
- Daily per diem
Additional benefits include:
- Performance bonus opportunities
- 401(k)
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Career advancement into Construction Manager and Senior Construction Manager roles
Why This Role?
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who has mastered the field side of electrical construction and wants to transition into project leadership. You'll work alongside experienced Construction Managers who will mentor you while giving you increasing responsibility as your skills grow.
Pay: From $60,000.00 per year
Application Question(s):
- Are you comfortable traveling up to 50% through the Mid-Atlantic region?
Experience:
- electrical construction: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- OSHA certification (Required)
Work Location: In person
