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Senior Electrical Project Manager - Data Center Construction

Emcor

Richmond, VA · Posted October 13, 2026

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About Us

We design, install, and maintain advanced electrical systems. Our expertise spans traditional electrical contracting, security solutions, audio-visual integration, wireless networking, and building management systems.

Job Summary

Senior Project Manager - Data Center Construction Salary Range: $165,541.60 – $238,379.68 Relocation Assistance will be provided for Qualified Candidates. Join Miller Electric and be part of a team that values quality, collaboration, and employee well‑being. This role offers meaningful project work, growth opportunities, and a strong benefits package, including paid medical and dental coverage. As a Sr. Project Manager, you’ll report directly to the Director and VP in a client‑facing role that requires building strong relationships both in and outside the office. You’ll develop through hands‑on experience, peer collaboration, and ongoing technical training.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Compliance with company, client, and project policies

Job site safety and adherence to company national policies

Generate estimates, review project proposals

Establish project timelines, budgets, and resource allocation

Supervise project execution to meet design, budget, and schedule requirements

Collaborate with the customer to clarify and meet expectations before, during, and after project completion

Coordinate activities of staff and subcontractors

Work directly with vendors to ensure timely procurement and delivery

Lead efforts for billing early and collecting often

Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress and address issues

Develop and maintain strong client and employee relationships

Assist leadership in the planning of future labor/material needs of the project

Provide consistent reports and updates to senior management

Forecast financial direction to course correct as needed

Develop project scopes and budgets

Manage RFPs and Change Management Forms

Mentor subordinates to support their development

Internal drive for continuous growth both personally and professionally

Qualifications

REQUIRED

10+ years of Construction Project Management experience

5+ years of Electrical Project Management for large scale, complex IT/Telecommunications Infrastructure projects, including Data Centers installations

Experience with Data Center electrical distribution systems, cabling, and white space fit-out

Experience with retrofits in operational facilities and cross-discipline critical facility systems

Strong computer skills and quick to learn new systems

Ability to work calmly under deadlines and external pressure

Commitment to continuous improvement of communication, organization and leadership skills

Effective scheduling and delegation to accomplish tasks on time

Tactful conflict resolution and problem-solving abilities

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis without employer sponsorship. Employment-based visa sponsorship (including H-1B sponsorship) is not available for this position.

PREFERRED

Mission Critical Project experience

Bachelor’s degree in a related field (Project Management, Construction Management, Business, Engineering, etc.), paired with industry experience OR an overall appropriate combination of certification(s), experience, and education (journeyman or master electrician’s license)

Project Management Professional (PMP) or PMI-Scheduling Professional (SP)

Experience with Microsoft Suite and ConEst

Benefits

Medical and Dental (100% of the premium covered by Miller Electric)

401k retirement with company matching

Vision plans

Disability Insurance

Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Travel Accident Insurance

Paid Vacation & Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement Program

College Coach Services

As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled #LI-KK1#Miller#LI-Oniste#ConstructionJobs #ProjectManagement #ProjectManager #ElectricalConstruction #DataCenter #MissionCritical

Equal Opportunity Employer As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

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