Senior Electrical Project Manager
Salary: $125,000 - $165,000 per year
Location: Hartford, CT
Posted: March 04 2026
Minimum Degree:
Relocation Assistance: Not Available
Senior Project Manager – Electrical Construction
📍 Locations: Fairfield County, CT, Hartford County, CT & New Haven, CT (Local Candidates Only | Hybrid On-Site/Office)
💰 Salary Range: $125,000 – $160,000+ (negotiable for the right fit)
About the Role
We are working with three electrical contractors, all seeking a Senior Project Manager. Our client, a well-established electrical contractor in Fairfield County, is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead complex electrical construction projects. This is a career-defining opportunity for a leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants to make a direct impact on projects that power hospitals, data centers, commercial facilities, and more.
This position offers a hybrid schedule, with time spent both on-site and in-office.
Key Responsibilities
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Manage all phases of electrical construction projects, from budgeting and pre-construction through closeout.
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Lead project teams, including engineers and subcontractors.
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Ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to client specifications.
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Oversee electrical system installations, including UPS, emergency power, fire alarm, data networking, and communication wiring.
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Develop and maintain strong client relationships, serving as the main point of contact.
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Work effectively in regulated environments such as healthcare, chemical plants, and data centers.
Ideal Candidate Background
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Required: Experience in the electrical construction industry (not general construction).
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Proven track record as a Project Manager on large-scale electrical projects.
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Strong portfolio of commercial, healthcare, institutional, and industrial projects.
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Understanding of design/build project delivery methods.
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Excellent communication and leadership skills.
Acceptable backgrounds include:
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Electrical Project Managers
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MEP Project Managers
Typical Project Types
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Commercial fit-outs
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Hospitals & healthcare facilities
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Medical office buildings
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Assisted living facilities
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Data centers
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Chemical plants
Core Service Areas
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Pre-construction and budgeting
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Design/build project execution
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New construction
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Electrical systems maintenance, repair, and replacement
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UPS systems and emergency power generators
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Fire alarm systems
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Data and communications wiring
Submission Guidelines
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Local candidates only (Fairfield County, CT area).
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Resume must include a detailed project list.
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Indicate when the candidate was last contacted.
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Note whether the candidate is Active or Passive in their job search.
👉 This role is ideal for a motivated leader with deep electrical construction experience who is ready to take ownership of high-impact projects in Fairfield County, Hartford County, and New Haven County, CT.