Commercial Electrical Project Manager / Business Development Manager

Crete United • Full-time • Lees Summit, Missouri • 1w ago

Position Summary:

ALC is seeking a qualified Hybrid Project Manager / Business Development Manager to drive both client growth and project execution. This role is responsible for developing and maintaining client relationships, securing new project opportunities, supporting estimating and preconstruction efforts, and managing commercial electrical projects from award through closeout. Blending business development, project management, and account leadership, this position plays a key role in driving revenue growth, delivering successful projects, and expanding long-term customer partnerships.

Key Responsibilities:

Business Development & Sales

Develop and secure new commercial electrical project opportunities
Build and grow relationships with general contractors, developers, owners, facility managers, and end users
Identify leads, pursue opportunities, and maintain a healthy sales pipeline
Participate in networking, industry events, and market outreach to drive growth
Prepare proposals, budgets, presentations, and negotiate project solutions
Support strategic account development and grow repeat business opportunities

Project Management & Execution

Manage commercial electrical projects from award through closeout
Oversee project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and execution
Coordinate internal teams, subcontractors, vendors, and field personnel
Manage project financial performance, cost control, and forecasting
Lead project meetings, progress updates, and client communication
Review contracts, scopes, drawings, specifications, and change orders
Procurement, material planning, and manpower coordination
Ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, and within budget
Support company initiatives related to safety training and compliance
Drive client satisfaction while maintaining strong margins and project performance

Preconstruction & Estimating Support

Estimating takeoffs, and scope development as needed
Bid reviews, conceptual budgeting, and value engineering efforts
Participating in project handoff and preconstruction planning

Qualifications:

3+ years’ experience in commercial electrical construction, project management, business development, or related roles
Strong knowledge of commercial electrical systems and project delivery
Experience managing projects while supporting client development and sales growth
Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, contracts, and estimates
Proven success in client relationship management and project execution
Strong financial acumen related to project budgets, forecasting, and profitability
Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills
Self-driven professional with both operational and entrepreneurial mindset
Estimating or electrical contracting background preferred

Experience working in IBEW union environment (strongly preferred).

Compensation & Benefits:

Competitive Base Salary
Performance Bonuses tied to growth, individual project results, and company performance
Vehicle Allowance or Company Vehicle (if applicable)
100% company funded Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
401(k) with Company Match
Paid Time Off / Vacation

American Legacy Construction (A Crete United Company) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected status. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.