About the role
Sargent Electric is a leading specialty contractor focused on electrical, instrumentation, wireless, utility, and low voltage systems. Founded in Pittsburgh in 1907, we operate from 8 locations across the Midwest, Mid-Atlantic and Northeast, delivering projects nationwide for our strategic customers.
We support the breadth of client needs — from routine 24/7 service and emergency restoration to their largest and most complex projects. Our proven safety record, technical depth, and longstanding client relationships have made us a partner of choice for Fortune 500 companies, leading general contractors, and EPC contractors.
We are seeking three PROJECT MANAGER to support our growing DE PERE, WISCONSIN office.
WHAT YOU'LL DO: * Plan, coordinate, and execute assigned electrical construction projects of varying size and complexity. * Develop and maintain project schedules, work plans, manpower forecasts, and resource requirements in coordination with field leadership. * Utilize quantity tracking systems to monitor installation progress and validate productivity. * Apply earned value management (EVM) principles by integrating quantity tracking, progress reporting, and cost data to measure performance and support accurate forecasting. * Utilize Rivet Workforce Management for all assigned projects; update weekly to ensure proper labor resources are available and aligned with project needs. * Coordinate the work of field personnel, subcontractors, vendors, and project support staff. * Ensure all work complies with electrical codes, approved drawings, contract requirements, and company standards. * Create detailed project budgets, cost-loaded schedules, and labor plans. * Track and manage job costs, labor productivity, material procurement, subcontractor performance, change orders, and billing. * Use quantity-based progress measurement to support accurate earned value reporting, cost forecasting, and schedule alignment. * Identify cost variances, develop recovery plans, and escalate significant issues as needed to protect project profitability. * Prepare monthly financial reports, cost-to-complete forecasts, and executive-level updates. * Review, interpret, and negotiate contract terms, scope requirements, and subcontract agreements. * Identify, document, and manage scope changes, delays, and claims. * Support time-impact analyses and support formal change order submissions. * Ensure compliance with bonding, insurance, safety, and all regulatory requirements. * Develop and maintain strong client relationships and serve as the primary day-to-day project liaison. * Conduct regular progress meetings with owners, general contractors, architects, and engineers. * Communicate project status, risks, and solutions clearly and proactively. * Support long-term strategic relationships through professionalism, responsiveness, and problem-solving. * Ensure project adherence to company safety policies, OSHA requirements, and site-specific safety plans. * Collaborate with Safety and Quality teams to maintain safe work practices and high-quality workmanship. * Participate in job-site audits and implement corrective measures as needed. * Provide direction and support to Assistant PMs, Project Engineers, and field leaders assigned to the project. * Promote a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement. * Support recruiting, training, onboarding, and employee development activities as requested
Any additional duties and responsibilities as delegated by Sargent Electrical Management
WHAT YOU'LL BRING: * Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred but not required. * 5-7+ years of electrical construction or industrial electrical project management experience. * Demonstrated success managing multimillion-dollar electrical projects. * Strong understanding of electrical systems, drawings, submittals, and construction methods. * Excellent written communication skills. Proficiency with computers, particularly Microsoft Office applications, including the ability to type. * Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills and the ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of diverse individuals. * The ability to work efficiently under tight time frames, the ability to respond to requests in a timely manner, and effective communication as a team player. * Understanding of the importance of multi-tasking.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: * Experience with mission-critical, industrial, hospital, or commercial power systems is a plus.
TRAVEL/CONDITIONS: * Combination of office and jobsite work. * Travel to project locations as required. * Ability to navigate active construction sites and attend field meetings.
WHY JOIN SARGENT? * Established, growing company with a strong industry reputation * Collaborative, team-driven environment * Competitive compensation based on experience
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Sargent Electric Company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals in accordance with applicable federal, state, and l