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About Carlton Electric: At Carlton Electric, we’re passionate about creating a culture where our employees can thrive. We provide the resources, training, and support needed to help our team achieve their career goals because we believe our people are the heart of our success.

So, what does that look like? It’s about fostering a workplace that’s positive, growth-oriented, and fun. It’s employee appreciation events (who doesn’t love a good raffle?), opportunities to give back through community volunteering, and career development programs that help you grow. It’s celebrating being named a Denver Post Top Workplace with a BBQ food truck, cornhole tournaments, and bouncy houses for the kids—because we know how to work hard and celebrate big.

We value our employees and are committed to being one of Denver’s best places to work.

The right person for this position:

We’re looking for a team player who thrives on collaboration and is driven by shared success. As a project manager, you excel at managing details, interpreting financial statements, creating and maintaining project schedules, and providing unwavering support to our field teams. You’re skilled at building strong relationships with customers, ensuring every project reflects our commitment to excellence. With an entrepreneurial mindset, you bring creative problem-solving skills to the table, tackling challenges with agility and always acting in the best interests of the business.

Location:

Denver, Colorado – Opportunity for occasional remote work when fully trained and oriented. Local travel to jobsites required (via driving).

Responsibilities:

• Exemplify the Carlton Core – purpose and core values. Support company goals, growth, and development with a “field first” attitude.
• Build and maintain strong, profitable customer relationships through regular communication and alignment on project goals.
• Lead integrated project teams to deliver successful outcomes while ensuring compliance with building codes, safety regulations, and company standards.
• Manage financial aspects of projects, including accurate cost estimates, budget adherence, and monthly reviews with the Controller and operations team.

• Plan and execute projects to meet profitability, schedule, and customer satisfaction targets.
• Manage and document change orders, ensuring proper approvals and scope adjustments.
• Collaborate daily with construction operations, purchasing, and project coordination teams to ensure seamless teamwork.
• Oversee projects valued at $2M-$5M+, demonstrating accuracy, efficiency, and enthusiasm.
• Identify and mitigate risks to keep projects on track and within budget.
• Review customer contracts, ensuring a clear understanding of scope and responsibilities.

Qualifications:

• Know how to support the field (Our #1 priority for PMs here).
• Strong leadership, teamwork, and communication skills.
• 5+ years of project management experience with electrical or mechanical contractors.
• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, electrical engineering, or a related field preferred.
• Intermediate/advanced computer skills, including proficiency in MS Excel, Outlook, Word, and familiarity with project tools like Viewpoint/Spectrum, Bluebeam, and Procore.
• Working knowledge of labor productivity tracking, cost-to-complete creation, and WIP (Work in Progress) schedules.
• Excellent customer service and business communication skills.
• Experience with scheduling software such as P6 or Microsoft Project preferred.
• PMP certification is a plus.
• Electrical field experience or a journeyman electrician's license preferred.

Reporting:

The Project Manager reports to the Director of Construction Operations.

Physical Demands:

• Stand, walk, and sit.
• Use hands and fingers to type, grip, write, maneuver, feel objects, tools, or controls.
• Reach with hands and arms.
• Possess the ability to talk.
• Possess the ability to hear well either naturally or with correction.
• Possess the ability to see well either naturally or with correction.

• Ability to maintain a calm and focused mental state, especially in high-pressure or emergency situations.
• Capacity to think clearly, rationally, and quickly when troubleshooting or responding to unexpected issues.
• Capable of managing stress effectively, maintaining composure and focus throughout the workday.
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

Working Conditions:

• Typical office setting noise levels to be expected. Semi-open office concept.
• Opportunity for occasional remote work once fully trained and knowledgeable about company and role expectations.
• Frequent travel to jobsites, both indoor and outdoor with variable weather conditions, will be required.

Compensation Package

• Location: Denver, Colorado
• Start Date: TBD
• Status: Full-Time, Exempt
• Schedule: Schedule: General working hours of Monday-Friday 7:00AM – 4:30PM. Flexible hours, but work may require nights and weekends depending on project needs.
• Pay Rate: $100,000-$130,000+ depending on experience. *

*This pay rate is the good-faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of this job posting. Carlton Electric reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted rate if they believe the new range is determined in good faith. Carlton Electric reserves the right to adjust compensation based on, but not limited to, approved factors such as seniority, merit, quantity and/or quality systems, location, education and/or training, and required travel.

• Other financial benefits: This position may be eligible for, but is not guaranteed, a yearly bonus.
• Vehicle: This position is eligible for a company vehicle or vehicle allowance contingent on a screening of your MVR.
• Phone: This position is eligible for a company phone or phone allowance.

• Health Insurance: Multiple coverage options available for employee and family.
• Dental Insurance: Coverage options available for employee and family.
• Vision Insurance: Coverage options available for employee and family. 
• Employee assistance program. 
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance available. 
• Life insurance and voluntary life insurance available.  
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• 401K with company match. Roth and traditional options available.

Carlton Electric is an equal opportunity employer.

Carlton Electric does not discriminate against any protected category when determining salary and compensation for an employee.