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We’re a different kind of electrical construction company. We’re a company with a work environment that’s straightforward and fun. Our focus on building goes beyond the spaces that we light. 

Senior Project manager – Mission Critical

The Senior Project Manager is accountable for the success of all aspects of data center construction projects, from bidding and contract award through completion.  Responsibilities include outlining and delegating tasks, creating timelines, estimating and adhering to costs, mitigating risks, and nurturing positive client relationships.  The PM collaborates with all other departments within the organization, including purchasing, accounting, engineering, and safety as well as field supervision, general contractors, construction managers and inspectors.

What you will do: 

Project and Account Management: Manage overall schedule and milestones; financial, labor and change order tracking; materials purchasing and deliveries; customer relations; billing

Business Development: Maintain customer relationships; manage large accounts; propagate $1-2m new business annually

Estimating: Determine materials take-off; review project scope and final bid; finalize summary sheet

Site Management: Visit job sites; conduct job meetings, build trust with field staff and collaborate with site superintendents

Team Leadership: Provide mentorship to less senior PMs; manage expectations of contributing office personnel; assume responsibility for project financials and outcomes

What you’ll need for success:

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Construction Management, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or related field
• Minimum 5-7+ years’ experience in project management, preferably in construction or a closely related field.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in project management in data center construction. Experience in large Tech or Fortune 500 company data center a plus
• PMP certification a plus
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Professionalism, with excellent interpersonal, collaboration, and customer service skills.
• Outstanding organizational and prioritization skills.
• Superior time management skills with a proven ability to manage and satisfy competing deadlines.
• Superior analytical, detail, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated influence and leadership abilities.
• Electrical/LV/Energy System knowledge
• High energy and adaptable under pressure

Associate Project Manager

The associate project manager works closely with an experienced project manager, providing assistance and support in various tasks and project management functions within electrical construction projects. They actively assist the project manager in developing and implementing project  initiatives, with values up to $100m +.  The primary objective is to develop the skills to eventually work independently as a project manager.

What you’ll do:

Project Pursuits: Contribute to project pursuits by learning to estimate, review quotes, identify value engineering opportunities, and finalize estimate summaries for proposal generation.

Work in Progress Management: Facilitate effective project management by managing documentation (RFIs, constraints, purchase order logs, shop drawings, change orders, field testing), collaborating with stakeholders (internal departments, general contractors and trades), assisting with the development of change orders, monitoring the project schedule and logs, managing task finances (including forecasting work progress), and aiding in logistics (procurement of equipment, materials).

Business Development: Establish new contacts as well as strengthen connections with our current clients.  Grow a directory of business through regular contact with customers.

What you’ll need for success:

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Construction Management, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or related
• 0-2 years of experience in Construction Management or related field; Experience working in electrical construction a plus
• Proficient in MS Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, etc.); knowledge of Microsoft Project a plus.
• Familiarity with software like Bluebeam, Procore, Plangrid, Accubid, and Primavera P6 or other scheduling software a plus
• Excellent team collaboration and customer service skills
• Analytical, judgment, and problem-solving skills
• Attentive to detail and accuracy
• Solid prioritization and organizational abilities with the ability to satisfy concurrent deadlines
• Self-motivation and initiative
• Availability to regularly travel to sites within the Midwest required

Estimator

An estimator reviews drawings and specifications and accurately determines labor costs for electrical construction jobs. Strong oral and written communication skills are essential for drafting detailed proposal letters, effectively communicating decisions, and completing a comprehensive estimate. This position includes budgeting and cost estimating, with the ability to handle multiple bids at once and adapt to project size.

What you will do: 

Data Acquisition and Organization: Download project documents, organize the estimate file, set up Accubid and Live Count, and identify gaps that require attention.

Support Project Manager in Work in Progress Management: Facilitate effective project management by managing documentation, assisting with the development of change orders, fostering communication with field teams and clients, and managing task finances, including forecasting work progress and monitoring important project logs.

Estimate Development and Review: Produce accurate takeoff and estimate entry, quote/subcontract review, estimate summarization, and proposal letter composition. Review scope with customers and estimate “comeback” items.

Scope Definition and Clarification: Review project documents, specifications and bid forms.  Proactively prepare and submit RFIs as needed to define the scope of work.

Acquiring Quotes and Subcontracts: Organize bid packages, deliver them to the purchasing department, and respond to vendor questions when necessary.

What you’ll need for success:

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Construction Management, or Engineering required.
• 5-8 years of electrical construction industry experience required.
• Electrician license (preferred)
• Ability to ascertain necessary time and materials thoroughly based on CAD drawings and job specifications.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Experience with Accubid preferred or similar software.
• Exceptional attention to detail and thoroughness.
• Strong focus on providing exceptional customer service.

Project Coordinator

Chicago’s leading electrical contractor has an exciting opportunity available in Oak Brook.  The Project Coordinator provides administrative and operational support to electrical construction project teams that are managing large commercial projects.  The role requires someone with proactive self-motivation who can satisfy the demands of several project managers and internal colleagues while meeting multiple deadlines.

What you’ll do:

• Create monthly client billing
• Process material requisitions and change orders; set up time and material tickets
• Manage certified payroll and review labor for billing
• Provide certificates of insurance
• Maintain projects in our software; job creation, change order entry
• Audit (confirm accuracy/look for mistakes) project information
• Arrange meetings, travel, events
• Track estimating opportunities, including logging bids, creating bid folders, and updating Building Connected

 What you’ll need for success:

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate’s degree a plus
• At least 2 years’ experience in an administrative or coordinator role; previous project coordination or construction industry experience a plus
• Proficiency in MS Office:
  • Formatting and letter production in Word
  • Creating and modifying formulas (including “if” formulas), formatting (including wrapping and merging cells) in Excel
  • Scheduling meetings and tracking attendance in Outlook
• Proficiency in math
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize changing tasks
• Strong customer-service orientation and interpersonal skills
• Accountability, initiative, creativity, and proactivity
• Flawless grammar and spelling

CECCo Summer intership 2024

Chicago’s leading electrical contractor has an exciting opportunity available in Oak Brook! As a CECCo intern, you will support project teams, applying technical skills to assist in planning and executing electrical construction initiatives. Collaborate with professionals, gain hands-on experience, and contribute to the successful implementation of electrical systems. This internship provides an opportunity to learn and make a positive impact on CECCo’s projects and objectives.

What you’ll do:

Procurement Management: Track estimated ship dates for long lead orders. Follow up on back-ordered products

Productivity Management: Collaborate with the project manager on project labor tracking. Update the tracker with current and projected labor data based on actual performance.

Submittal Management: Gather and format product data for client review and approval

QA/QC Assistance: Ensure received and installed products meet design team specifications

Labels and Identification: Organize labels and identification for project elements

Contract Management: Maintain a log of contract value, changes, and potential changes

Estimating Support: Review and quantify scope on contract drawings

 What you’ll need for success:

• Enrolled in a degree program in Construction Management, Electrical Construction, Design, Engineering, or Engineering Technology
• 0-2 years of experience in construction and/or general business
• Flexibility for travel to jobsites and client locations
• Proficient in MS Office
• Strong task prioritization skills
• Effective communication abilities

Future opportunities

Are you interested in exploring career opportunities at one of Chicagoland’s largest and most well-respected electrical construction companies? Do you not see any current openings that align with your interests, skills, and background?  Please submit your resume and cover letter here to be considered for future opportunities.  We will retain your application and reach out to you if an appropriate opening becomes available.

Continental Electrical Construction Company is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on account of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex, sexual or gender orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service.