Sr Electrical Project Manager
Role Summary
We are seeking an experienced Electrical Project Manager to lead capital projects focused on electrical systems in a manufacturing environment. This role manages the full project lifecycle-scope, budget, schedule, and commissioning-while ensuring safety, compliance, and operational readiness.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage Electrical CAPEX Projects: Develop business cases, prepare AFE packages, and oversee budgets and schedules from design through startup.
- Electrical Systems Oversight: LV/MV power distribution, MCCs, switchgear, transformers, drives, PLC/SCADA, and instrumentation per NFPA/NEC standards.
- Front-End Loading & Planning: Drive FEL deliverables, risk analysis, and cost/schedule estimates for gate approvals.
- Engineering & Construction Coordination: Work with EPC/EPCM firms, review electrical drawings and studies, and manage commissioning plans and energization.
- Safety & Compliance: Champion LOTO, NFPA 70E, and corporate standards; ensure contractor safety and quality.
- Vendor Management: Run RFPs, evaluate bids, negotiate contracts, and monitor performance.
- Documentation & Handover: Maintain accurate as-builts, MOC compliance, and turnover packages for operations.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience.
- 5+ years managing industrial electrical projects with significant CAPEX responsibility.
- Strong knowledge of power distribution (480V-13.8kV), drives, controls, and project management processes.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and vendor management skills.
Preferred: PE or PMP certification, pulp & paper experience, familiarity with NFPA/IEC standards, and project controls tools.
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