Electrical Project Director

Company: McCarthy Building
Location: Houston
Posted on: May 17, 2025

Job Description:

Solar and Renewable Energy-Phoenix,ArizonaAtlanta,GAHouston,TXKansas City,KSOmaha,NESt. Louis,MissouriDallas,TXKansas City,MissouriMcCarthy Building Companies, Inc. is America's premier, 100% employee-owned commercial construction company. With offices nationwide, we specialize in a wide range of project types that are as diverse and wide-ranging as the communities in which we build. Our innovative teams collaborate with clients and industry partners throughout the project life cycle, starting in the earliest stages of design, throughout construction and beyond project completion.

McCarthy's reputation for tackling the toughest building challenges starts with our focus on developing high-performing individuals and teams. We do this through our award-winning training programs, a best-in-class Total Rewards benefits program, and a focus on equipping diverse teams of employee owners through a connected and inclusive culture aligned with our values of: Genuine. We, Not I. All In.
How do McCarthy partners define our culture?

We Live Our Core Values. We do whatever it takes to deliver on our promises with honesty and integrity.

We are Employee Owned. We are personally invested in building the things people need in our communities.

We Feel Like a Family. We value genuine connections and help each other succeed in an inclusive environment.

We are Builders. We respect the work we do and everyone who helps make it happen safely.Position SummaryThe Electrical Project Director role is an exciting, challenging role for which only top industry professionals are considered. This position manages large data center projects, usually overseeing 2 to 5 projects simultaneously across a region or business unit. Ultimately, the Project Director is responsible for the P&L on each project; the Project Director manages all levels of risk for each project under his or her control.Key Responsibilities

• Overall leadership of the project team across all facets of the project including contracting, financials, schedule, development of staff and craft.
• Assessment and implementation of development plans direct reports. Ensure performance and development goals are being tracked for all levels of staff.
• Collaboration across the larger McCarthy director group to ensure the success of the project
• Serve as a liaison between office and field, coordinating staffing and movement of field personnel
• Review/approve project team on-site setup
• Monitor receipt of subcontractor bonds and periodically review status of subcontractor management, change order processing and shop drawings
• Maintain a thorough understanding of the McCarthy/Owner contract and oversee the entire field operation to achieve contract compliance
• Assist project staff in development of construction schedule and monitor schedule performance, looking for ways to improve/expedite
• Become thoroughly knowledgeable of projected costs, contingent liabilities and contingent savings/increased profits
• Oversight of Labor Cost Productivity reporting and overall project financials
• Establish/maintain good relationships with owner, design team and subcontractors
• Oversee quality management program to achieve contract compliance and a quality project
• Champion job site safety effort, motivating the on-site team in the implementation of McCarthy safety guidelines
• Maximize McCarthy's visibility in surrounding community
• Identify potential clients and take necessary action to achieve additional sales
• Assist the Marketing Department in the preparation of presentations and interviews andparticipate in interviews
• Work with Preconstruction leads to establish and review project budgets in Accubid
• Coordinate with Preconstruction leads to facilitate the procurement of key materials
• Review project contracts and assist in contract negotiations internally and with the client
• Implement all applicable EEO/Affirmative Action programsSkills & Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering preferred. Degrees in other Engineering disciplines or Construction Management with relevant experience will be considered.
  • Direct experience leading the self perform electrical scope of $10M+ on multiple Commercial or Renewable construction projects
  • 15+ years progressive experience managing the Self Perform Electrical scope for a large-scale contractor
  • Working knowledge of the NEC and NFPA 70e
  • Working knowledge of Accubid estimating software is preferred
  • Experience leading successful project teams, including development of direct reports and maintaining relationships with external entities
  • Experienced dealing with major suppliers and procurement of large electrical equipment
  • Excellent organizational, team management, problem-solving and motivational skills
  • Expect to travel to remote jobsites as required to meet the needs of the role. Approximate travel is up to 75%.McCarthy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
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