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About Us

Sequoyah Electric does more than build complex electrical and technology systems; we share a commitment to trust, strong partnerships, and a culture grounded in delivering meaningful work the right way. As a full-service electrical and technology contractor, we integrate preconstruction, in-house engineering, and prefabrication to deliver innovative design-build solutions across a wide range of markets.

For more than 37 years, our passionate, solution-oriented professionals have driven success by taking pride in their work and supporting one another. We foster a safe, collaborative environment where accountability and teamwork go hand in hand, and where every voice contributes to better outcomes.

Our commitment extends beyond the jobsite. Giving back to the communities where we live and work is central to who we are, with ongoing volunteer efforts that make a meaningful local impact. This people-first culture has earned us recognition as a Puget Sound Best Workplace every year since 2014.

At Sequoyah, your work matters. You'll be part of a team that values your perspective, invests in your growth, and celebrates shared success. If you're looking for a place to build your career while making a real difference, we invite you to apply. Together, let's build something extraordinary.

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to provide management oversight for all phases of assigned construction projects, including coordinating and managing assigned staff, material, and equipment, ensuring that specifications are being followed, and work is proceeding on schedule and within budget.

Responsibilities

You'll serve as main contact for customers (GC, Owner, etc.), interacting with customers regularly to ensure satisfaction and repeat business. You'll maintain accurate, current and complete records for all assigned projects to measure and document both project and team progress and results from planning through closure of the project.

Additional responsibilities for this role include:

• Reviewing contracts and negotiating with general contractor and subcontractors
• Organizing project tasks in a clear and concise project plan that clearly defines all project requirements
• Developing baseline schedules for projects to reflect accurate labor, material, equipment and subcontract time requirements and project constraints; Measuring baseline against actual progress and implementing appropriate corrective action as necessary
• Ensuring billings and job cost projections are accurate and on time
• Completing project budgets and monitoring job cost weekly for accuracy; Completing monthly work in progress (WIP) reports for review
• Managing budgets by comparing planned to actual project costs and by implementing necessary corrective actions; Identifying and tracking items by cost codes and cost types
• Developing change order proposals for all changes in scope from contract
• Promoting safe jobsites; Working with Safety Team to ensure all safety issues are properly addressed

Qualifications

Ideal candidates will have a minimum of 5 years of design-build project management experience with a commercial electrical contractor. They should have a bachelor's degree in business, construction management, electrical engineer or equivalent experience in the electrical trade.

Additional qualifications needed for this role include:

• Experience managing multiple public sector projects including but limited to city, state, federal, military, higher education projects is preferred
• Extensive knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and local codes required
• Demonstrated proficiency in the following areas: electrical estimating, preconstruction planning and budgeting, scheduling, cost control, client relationship development, communication and leadership

Skills and Abilities

Success in this role requires the ability to manage multiple projects at various stages concurrently. It requires a high level of interpersonal and communication skills – both written and verbal, and someone who is a self-starter, capable of working both independently and as a member of a group.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

The following physical requirements and working conditions apply to this role. Sequoyah will give consideration to all requests for accommodation.

• Ability to see, hear well (either naturally or with correction) and speak clearly
• Coordinate the movement of your eyes, hands, and fingers
• Physical requirements include sitting, standing and bending, repetitive motions of hands and wrists
• Reach for, handle, use fingers and manipulate objects
• Must be capable of working extended hour days when job/business needs demand

Employee Benefit Program

Sequoyah cares deeply about the health and wellness of our team members and their families and is proud to offer a robust total rewards package.

• Employer Paid Medical, Dental, Vision (employee and eligible dependents). Low annual deductible. Eligible first month following first 30 days.
• Employer Paid Life and AD&D Insurance (employee and eligible dependents)
• Employer Paid Long Term Disability (employee)
• 401(k) plan with up to a 4% match; Roth or Traditional options available
• Paid Time Off to cover personal time away from work
• 7 Paid Holidays
• Flex Savings Account for Medical and Dependent Care
• Voluntary supplemental insurance (i.e. Cancer Care, Accident, etc.)
• Fitness Reimbursement Program
• Education Assistance Program
• Vehicle Allowance

This job posting is a general description of the essential functions of this role. It is not intended to describe all duties someone in this position may perform. All employees of Sequoyah are expected to perform tasks as assigned by Sequoyah supervisors or management, regardless of job title or routine job duties.

Sequoyah is an equal opportunity employer. We are a non‐smoking facility and a drug and alcohol-free workplace. All new hires are subject to a post-offer, pre-employment background check and drug screen, in accordance with company policy and the NECA/IBEW Electrical Industry Drug-Free Workplace Program. As per the program, cannabis/THC is not included in pre-employment testing. It may be included in order for Sequoyah to be in compliance with specific client contracts; we will inform you if you will be assigned to a client project or worksite where this is a requirement.