The posting
About Lighthouse Electric
At Lighthouse Electric, we power more than buildings — we power opportunity. For decades, we’ve built a reputation for delivering high-quality electrical construction solutions on complex commercial and industrial projects. Our success is driven by craftsmanship, accountability, and a commitment to doing things the right way — safely, efficiently, and with integrity. We believe great companies are built by great people. That’s why we invest in our team, encourage continuous improvement, and create an environment where professionals can grow, lead, and make a measurable impact. Here, you’re not just another employee — you’re part of a crew that takes pride in powering what’s next.
Why Us
✔ Stability + Growth – Established company with a strong backlog of major projects
✔ Impactful Work – Be part of high-profile, large-scale electrical builds
✔ Empowered Professionals – We trust our experts to lead and innovate
✔ Team-First Culture – Collaboration, respect, and accountability drive our success
✔ Strong Benefits Investment – Company-paid health coverage + 401(k) match
✔ Career Development – We promote from within and value long-term growth
If you want your work to matter — and your expertise to be valued — Lighthouse Electric is where you belong.
Job Description
A Project Executive with at least one of the following:
- Experience directing the full operations lifecycle within an assigned market of a business unit.
- Program level management experience in a multi-trade environment working with MEP trades.
A professional with experience performing the following tasks:
- Provide executive oversight of construction operations on multiple large-scale electrical construction projects, ensuring alignment with company goals, safety standards, quality expectations, contractual requirements, and client interests.
- Manage a portfolio of high-value projects, typically exceeding $50 million annually, across various market sectors.
- Serve as the contract administrator, ensuring project team alignment and compliance with contractual terms to mitigate company risks and optimize project value.
- Champion a proactive safety culture by promoting cooperation with the enterprise safety team to develop compliance strategies for OSHA regulations and company safety policies.
- Establish safety leadership initiatives and engage directly with field leadership to promote continuous improvement in jobsite safety performance.
- Lead and support cross-functional teams including project managers, field leaders, estimators, planners, modelers, fabrication managers, schedulers, project controllers, and administrative staff to ensure consistent and successful project delivery.
- Ensure seamless coordination between internal departments such as operations, planning, procurement, fabrication, safety, and finance to support project needs.
- Effectively recruit, hire, mentor, and develop top project management and field leadership team members, fostering a high-performance, accountable, and collaborative work environment.
- Maintain strong client relationships by serving as the primary point of executive contact throughout project lifecycles. Ensure adherence to the National Electrical Code (NEC) and other applicable local, state, and federal regulations throughout project execution.
- Coordinate with the project controls team to produce and validate project budgets, forecasts, and financial reports, ensuring profitability, accountability, and transparency.
- Lead monthly financial review meetings for all projects within the portfolio. Implement effective risk management strategies that align with company standards and client expectations to minimize exposure and resolve project challenges.
- Ensure accurate and timely project scheduling, resource allocation, and milestone tracking to meet or exceed project goals.
- Collaborate with the estimating team to aid in the development of competitive, well-structured bids and change orders aligned with project delivery strategies.
- Participate in the evaluation and selection of delivery methods, subcontractors, vendors, and construction partners to optimize project outcomes.
- Facilitate regular project review meetings, including financial performance, schedule status, risk analysis, and staffing alignment.
- Drive continuous improvement efforts, identifying process efficiencies and implementing best practices across the project management lifecycle.
- Represent the company in high-level meetings including progress reviews, payment disputes, scope negotiations, and closeout discussions.
- Promote the use of modern construction technologies, including 3D modeling, digital workflows, and cloud-based collaboration tools.
- Ensure the proper documentation of all project activities, including change orders, RFIs, submittals, material procurement, fabrication logistics, work conditions, and meeting minutes.
- Report regularly to executive leadership, providing updates on portfolio status, strategic risks, financial performance, and client engagement.
Preferred Qualifications
- Minimum of 10 years of progressive leadership experience in the electrical construction industry including project management and field operations.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or 10 years of related field experience
- Data Center, Healthcare, Mission Critical, Sports & Entertainment, and Light Industrial experience
- Experience managing projects / portfolios in excess of $100 million
- Ability to travel to various job sites, client headquarters, etc. approximately 4 nights per month.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Strong leadership skills
- Proficiency in construction management software (e.g., AccuBid Anywhere, Bamboo, Bluebeam, Foundation, Microsoft Office Suite, Navisworks, PlanGrid, Procore, Primavera, QuickBase, Remarkable, SharePoint, Workday, or similar systems).
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and related software
Travel Requirements
- Primarily office-based with occasional travel to job sites and company locations.
- Periodic travel may be required to support training initiatives, onboarding activities, and workforce development programs.
Other Requirements:
- Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record
- Ability to pass pre-employment drug screening and background check
Compensation & Benefits
- Opportunity to lead a program (i.e., multiple projects, multiple customers)
- Team environment with people with a variety of past experiences and knowledge
- Potential to work on mega-scale projects for high profile customers
- Monthly vehicle allowance and fuel card
- Relocation Assistance (if required)
- Company paid health, vision, and dental insurance
- Company paid short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance/AD&D policies
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
- 401k with 5% company match
- Annual employee performance reviews
- Excellent Bonus Structure
Employee Stock Ownership Program:
We don't just work for lighthouse-we own it. Lighthouse Electric is proudly 30% owned through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), giving employees a stake in our success. Ownership drives accountability, craftsmanship, and pride in in everything we build.
Additional Requirements
- Pre-employment drug screen required
- Must be authorized to work in the United States
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Lighthouse Electric will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals
- Ability to perform the essential job functions in a variety of work environments, including office and/or active job site settings.
- Ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time.
- Ability to move about the office or jobsite as needed to perform essential duties.
- Ability to operate standard office equipment and technology, including computers, phones, and related devices.
- Ability to communicate effectively in person, by phone, and through electronic means.
- Ability to occasionally position self to access materials, equipment, or work areas.
- Ability to occasionally move or transport work-related materials or equipment.
- Ability to tolerate moderate noise levels typical of office or construction environments.
- Ability to travel to various work locations as required.
- Ability to work indoors and/or outdoors in varying environmental conditions, as applicable to the position.
- Ability to maintain regular and reliable attendance consistent with company policy and operational needs.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Lighthouse Electric Company, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and a drug-free workplace. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants.
If you are an individual with a disability and need reasonable accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please contact our Human Resources Department.
Note: Chosen applicant will be subject to a drug screen and Motor Record Vehicle check as a condition of employment.
For more details about our company, please visit our website, LinkedIn page, Facebook page or Vimeo Account.
Please include a cover letter that expresses who you are as a person beyond your resume and professional mask.
Compensation
$175K-$225K
