Traveling Project Manager (Electrical)

Join a Crew That Powers Possibilities

At Lighthouse Electric, we don’t just build electrical systems—we build careers, relationships, and innovations that keep the industry moving forward. We believe in doing things the right way: showing up, getting it done safely, and supporting one another every step of the way. Our team thrives on collaboration, respect, and the drive to always improve.

We want people who are masters of their craft—experts who take pride in their work and never stop learning. We push boundaries, adapt, and find smarter solutions. Whether you’re tackling a complex challenge or refining a proven method, you’ll have the empowerment and accountability to make an impact.

If you’re ready to work alongside a team that values authenticity, innovation, and the grit to get the job done right, Lighthouse Electric is where you belong.

What We Are Looking For 

• Someone willing to travel to our various projects: Richmond, VA, Columbus, OH, Cleveland, OH, South Bend, IN, all throughout PA.
• An Electrical Project Manager with at least one of the following:
  • Electrical Management experience
  • Project Management / Construction experience in a multi-trade environment working with MEP trades.

• A professional with experience performing the following tasks:
  • Manage projects to ensure that work is completed as scheduled, within the established project budget, at a high level of quality, and in compliance with the contract.
  • Produce an SOV, submit billing, approve invoices, review job costs, complete financial reports, project financial performance, and write purchase orders in a timely manner
  • Participate in monthly financial reviews detailing cash flow, billing, net financial position, change order progress, project risks, etc.
  • Estimating skills to include accurate quantity takeoff, proper assembly selection, assembly building, functional use of Accubid, etc.
  • Perform routine site visits to identify, document, and communicate issues related to scope changes, schedule conflicts, material shortages, manpower adjustment, quality control, safety, etc.
  • Manage the Building Information Modeling (BIM) process starting with the estimate, moving through 3D coordination, to prefabrication and site delivery, culminating in field installation.
  • Ability to quickly anticipate, identify, analyze, and resolve problems
  • Ability to read and understand schedules for use in responsible planning and management exercises
  • Ability to quantify, compile, submit, manage, and execute change orders
  • Ensure the effective and timely management of the RFI process
  • Manage subcontractor relationships to ensure project schedule, project scopes, and safety expectations are effectively communicated.
  • Participate in the yearly employee performance evaluation process giving accurate non-bias job performance appraisals, setting goals, creating expectations, and offering constructive feedback
  • Efficiently direct project closeout, punch list completion, record drawings, and demobilization.
  • Assist in the cultivation of new business relationships while maintaining existing customer relationships.
  • Participate in a culture of continuous learning, training and skill development while encouraging the same from the team.
  • Effectively communicate project information to both internal and external project stakeholders.
  • Review and interpret blueprints/shop drawings and other project documents to formulate accurate management strategies
  • Encourage a merit based, competitive, and cooperative environment
  • Understand the scope of work/responsibilities of other trades at project site
  • Coordinate with the Safety Team to promote safe work practices on assigned projects.
  • Possess a willingness to work onsite five days a week when necessary
  • Coordinate, attend, and conduct meetings / activities

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of (2) years experience supervising electrical construction operations
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or equivalent field experience
  
• Experience managing standalone projects less than $50 million or individual scopes of a mega-scale project
• Firm understanding of the modeling to fabrication workflow.
• Ability to communicate the model to fabrication to install process to a diverse group of collaborators and stakeholders.
• Proven background of driving successful installation of complex fabricated assemblies.
• Experience working in a Joint Venture.
• Strong understanding of percentage of completion and financial reporting
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong leadership skills
• Experience using Bluebeam, Primavera P6, and/or Accubid
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and related software

What We Are Offering 

• Team environment with people with a variety of past experiences and knowledge
• Potential to work on mega-scale projects for high profile customers
• Monthly vehicle allowance and fuel card
• Company paid health, vision, and dental insurance
• Short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance/AD&D policies
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• 401k with 5% company match
• Annual employee performance reviews
• Excellent profit sharing program
• Above Industry Average Salary
• Advancement Opportunity

Travel Demands

• Frequently attend off-site meetings and training events
  
• Visit jobsites on a regular basis
  
• Visit technical schools, colleges and universities as needed
  
• Frequent to long term travel to various projects

Employee Stock Ownership Program: 

We don't just work for lighthouse-we own it. Lighthouse Electric is proudly 30% owned through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), giving employees a stake in our success. Ownership drives accountability, craftsmanship, and pride in in everything we build. 

Note: Chosen applicant will be subject to a drug screen and Motor Record Vehicle check as a condition of employment.

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