Electrical Project Manager/Estimator

Electrical Project Manager/Estimator

F.H. Paschen · Chicago, United States · Full-time · Posted 2026-09-02

Workplace: on_site

Department: Stingray - Illinois

Description

F.H. Paschen has over 115 years of experience in the construction industry. You’ve driven on highways we paved, you’ve travelled through airports we modernized, you’ve commuted through rail stations we constructed, and your children learn in schools we built. But we are MORE than that. We offer MORE Versatility—as we work in any industry, offering any delivery method and service. We operate with MORE Tenacity—as we maneuver through tight schedules, spaces, and budgets. We provide MORE Ingenuity—by creating solutions to solve your greatest challenges. And we perform with MORE Pride—in focusing on safety and quality, and in offering more opportunities for our communities and diverse populations to build with us. We deliver far more than just on time and on budget—we deliver with MORE Paschen.

This is an exciting opportunity for an electrical project manager to be involved early with a fast-growing electrical company. We are looking to hire an experienced electrical Project Manager that can estimate and manage various commercial electrical projects from bidding to close out.

To be successful the project manager will need to cultivate relationships with Contractors and Owners to develop business. Communicate with clients to determine the scope of each project. Market research for material and equipment pricing. Establishing and maintaining budgets for each project. Identify ways to continually improve cost-estimating procedures and project management to reduce inconsistencies between estimated and actual project costs.

Manager should be detail-oriented and have sound knowledge of electrical codes. Should be adept at understanding contract documents and demonstrate outstanding analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities:

• Plans, oversees and manages multiple electrical projects simultaneously in various stages from bid phase to close out
• Research opportunities and develop business
• Maintain relationships with Owners, Clients and Contractors
• Review all project specifications and drawings and prepare detailed estimates
• Negotiate pricing
• Create budgets for electrical projects
• Procure materials and equipment for projects
• Communicate/coordinate with field staff
• Monitor the budget, resources and project progress
• Adopt company values for Safety, Quality and Production
• Conduct project reviews and recommend project improvements
• Reporting of project progress and budget status to management

Requirements

Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Exceptional customer service skills
• Effective communication skills are required
• Efficient time management skills
• Detail orientated
• Understanding contract specification and drawing requirements
• Experience with electrical takeoff and pricing software
• Familiar with Microsoft Office

Education and Training:

• B.S. in Construction Management or Electrical Engineering and/or 5-10 years’ electrical management experience.

Physical Demands:

• Will require travel to jobsites
• Involves sitting, walking, stooping, bending, reaching, and lifting.
• Can involve lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• 401K matching
• Flexible spending account
• Life insurance
• Referral program

• Professional development assistance

• Eligibility for Year End Bonus

• LifeLock Subscription

Pay Range

$110,000 - $125,000

F.H. Paschen reserves the right to offer the selected candidate or applicant an hourly rate or salary at an appropriate level to be set and determined by the employer that is commensurate with the applicant's qualifications, experience, education, skill training, certifications, or seniority.

Stingray Electric LLC is an equal opportunity employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

If you require an accommodation in order to complete this application, please contact Tracy Tesnow at 773-444-3474.

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