Sr. Project Manager

We provide clients full-service electrical preconstruction and construction services, including electrical systems design, alternative energy and energy-management systems, technology services, and facilities-maintenance services.

 

Job Title:                             Sr. Project Manager – Commercial & Industrial

Location:                             Los Alamitos, CA

Reports to:                         VP of Construction

FLSA Status:                       Exempt

Salary Range:                    $145K - $185K

Prepared By:                      Human Resources

Prepared Date:                  April 14, 2026

 

COMPANY OVERVIEW

 

KDC Inc. has been in the electrical contracting business since 1950. Since that time, we have developed many strong, long-term relationships with general contractors, architects, and engineers in Southern California. Our skill, experience, purchasing power, and access to technical and financial resources enable us to complete your contractor, KDC Inc. has a nationwide network of sister companies experienced in working together, linking our strengths to meet our customers’ needs.

 

KDC Inc. provides electrical, telecommunications, and control system integration services. Our electrical division performs specialty electrical contracting work as well as design/build projects. KDC Systems, our controls division, provides products and services for environmental monitoring, HVAC, lighting control, process control, security and U.L. panel fabrication.

 

KDC Inc. can handle a variety of projects from small and simple to the most advanced and complex. Our project experience includes arenas, college campuses, communication centers, convention centers, data centers, energy performance contracts, generation and co-generation facilities, high rise and commercial buildings, hospitals, manufacturing and aerospace complexes, Metro stations and tunnels, parking structures, research laboratories, thermal energy storage, and waste-water treatment facilities.

 

KDC Inc. maintains its excellent reputation by consistently meeting the needs of its clients, producing quality work on time and in a cost-competitive manner. We welcome the opportunity to work with you on your upcoming projects and are ready to meet the challenges unique to your needs.

 

Job Location & Core Hours: Los Alamitos Office, M-F 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Job assignments in the greater Los Angeles area will be considered.

 

Job Summary: KDC Inc. is seeking a Sr. Project Manager with demonstrated project management experience in the electrical Industry. This position requires extensive experience leading multi-million-dollar Commercial and Industrial projects in both the public and private sector. The Sr. Project Manager is responsible for the leading, planning, coordination, and direction of construction projects to meet the profit and growth objectives of KDC Inc. This position requires a solid understanding of project contracts, project scheduling, cost accounting and budgeting, client management and safety. This position requires outstanding communication and customer service skills as part of our business dealing with our clients and internally with other employees.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Include the following. Other duties will likely be assigned.

• The Sr. Project Manager is responsible for leading all aspects of the project activities for the projects assigned in accordance with project goals, budget, quality control and company objectives.
• Responsible for providing project management resources to act for the company in matters pertaining to the successful progress and completion of assigned projects according to established budget, schedules, and contract documents.
• Ensures adherence to project budget and reports any potential risks or discrepancies to the Division Manager during the budget review process monthly.

• Understands complex project plans, drawing specifications and schedule as well as the resources necessary to complete the project on time and within budget.
• Ensures accurate and timely project documentation, including but not limited to, RFI's submittals, schedule updates, time records, supplemental work orders, change order pricing, and general project correspondence.
• Coordinate with the Superintendent and Project Field Staff to determine the priority of job – especially when dealing with scheduling conflicts for labor and equipment.
• Establishes, maintains, and tracks performance standards for all work performed on assigned project.
• Perform regular inspections of all work performed on assigned project.
• Adheres to the Company uniform project management procedures and cost accounting standards.
• Prepare Project expense budgets, revenue, and profit projections for the Division Manager.
• Provides consistent supervision and monitoring of all work performed on assigned projects.
• Provide technical advice to both clients and employees working on assigned projects.
• Review estimates and proposal scope letters.
• Review RFQ/RFP documents for the solicitation of subcontractors and vendors.
• Possess a high level of expertise in all phases of electrical and low voltage design and construction.
• Enforce compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, safety standards and contracts and report all variances to the Division Manager.

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• BA/BS degree OR Equal Trade Experience with a minimum of 8 years of Project Management experience in the Electrical Industry, with at least 4 years’ experience leading complex multi-million-dollar Electrical Projects. (Required)
• Excellent written and verbal communication and team skills. (Required)
• Professional Certifications (Preferred)
• High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required)

COMPUTER SKILLS

• Experience with Accubid, Live Count and Bluebeam. (Preferred)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel / Office. (Required)

REQUIRED ATTRIBUTES

 

The requirements listed below are representative of characteristics and demonstrated capabilities sought to perform this job successfully.

 

• Must demonstrate integrity, honesty, professionalism, and commitment to company values.
• Must be self-motivated and able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Must have excellent organizational, communication, strategic, technical, analytical, problem solving, and multi-tasking skills.
• Must have high standards of quality with attention to detail.
• Must possess ability to manage and supervise personnel.
• Must build positive working relationships with multiple levels of employees, management, suppliers, and customers.

 

 

We offer our employees competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits package, and 401K matching. We’re always on the lookout for talented and skilled individuals who are eager to contribute to our growth and success.  Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

 

 

 

 

 

 

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As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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