Contract Electrical Project Manager Jobs in California

⚡ Lead High-Impact Projects in Commercial & Industrial Electrical Construction — Join Barden Electric as an Electrical Project Manager! ⚡

Position Title: Electrical Project Manager

Company Name: Barden Electric Inc

Pay Range: $100,000–$132,500 per year, based on experience + Year-End Bonus

Employment Type: Full-Time

Location: Torrance, CA (with service travel throughout Los Angeles & Northern Orange County)

Industry: Electrical / Controls (Commercial, Industrial)

Barden Electric Inc., a leading commercial and industrial electrical contractor in Southern California, is seeking an experienced and motivated Electrical Project Manager to join our dynamic Project Management team. In this role, you’ll oversee the successful execution of electrical projects—from coordination through completion—ensuring quality, efficiency, and profitability. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a collaborative environment where your contributions directly impact the growth and success of every project.

For nearly 30 years, Barden Electric Inc. has served the Los Angeles and Orange County areas with top-tier electrical construction services, specializing in education, hospitals, medical facilities, and a wide range of commercial and industrial installations. We are a growing company with a close-knit, collaborative culture where team members support one another and take pride in doing the job right. At Barden, we’re not just building projects—we’re building a place where we all want to work.

Learn more at www.bardenelectric.com

• Direct and oversee multiple small to medium projects, or one large project, ensuring delivery on time and within budget.
• Supervise and support field staff and Foremen in daily project administration.
• Maintain strong relationships with General Contractor Superintendents and office teams.
• Proactively identify and resolve project challenges to ensure smooth execution.
• Ensure all BEI safety procedures and relevant electrical codes are followed.
• Track project progress through regular reports and maintain all required documentation and logs.
• Maintain strong relationships with clients, vendors, and suppliers to ensure smooth communication, reliable service delivery, and long-term partnerships.
• Coordinate effectively with site coordinators, clients, and subcontractors.

• 4–6 years of experience as an Electrical Project Manager (field and/or office experience welcomed).
• High school diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or related field preferred.
• Proven experience managing commercial/industrial electrical projects.
• Ability to lead and mentor field teams while communicating effectively with clients.
• Strong decision-making, problem-solving, and time management skills.
• Self-motivated, organized, and able to work independently under pressure.
• Experience working in hospital environments with familiarity in inspections and compliance requirements from governing and regulatory bodies overseeing hospitals.
• OSHPD/HCAi experience is preferred but not required. Candidates with strong general skills in the Electrical field are encouraged to apply, as training can be provided as needed.

• Competitive annual salary with year-end bonus
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life and Disability Insurance Options
• Paid Vacation, Sick Leave, and Holidays
• Paid Training and Certifications
• Apprenticeship and Mentorship Programs
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Weekly Pay Cycle
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Uniforms Provided
• Company Events and Team Culture Initiatives

• Full-Time
• Monday–Friday

• On-site — Los Angeles & Orange County, CA regions

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

A professional review will be completed as part of the onboarding process, in compliance with applicable laws.

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