Switchgear Project Manager
A dynamic leader is sought to oversee our end-to-end switchgear projects—from initial design and budgeting through procurement, installation, and close-out. You’ll partner with sales, engineering, vendors, contractors, and logistics to deliver on schedule, on budget, and with world-class quality.
This position requires exceptional organizational skills, technical expertise, and interpersonal skills.
Why Join Consolidated Electrical Distributors?
- Legacy of Service, Integrity, Reliability since 1957
- Collaborative team environment where your decisions directly impact growth and culture
- Robust benefits, professional development, and clear advancement path
- Coast-to-coast network of 700+ locations, yet entrepreneurial and locally adaptive
Consolidated Electrical Distributors, Inc.
In 1957, the two locations of the Electric Corporation of San Francisco became CONSOLIDATED ELECTRICAL DISTRIBUTORS, INC. CED has since expanded into a coast-to-coast network of sales and distribution warehouses with more than 700 locations nationwide. The CED management philosophy allows each manager to operate an independent business or “Profit Center” by remaining sensitive to local customers’ needs while still benefiting from the advantages afforded to a national distributor. Managers are guided by the principles of “Service, Integrity and Reliability.”
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Deliver world-class customer service throughout the sales lifecycle, anticipating client needs and swiftly resolving issues
- Coordinate with sales, logistics, and technical teams to translate client requirements into actionable project plans
- Issue and release purchase orders for switchgear projects in line with approved schedules
- Review and process change orders, updating cost forecasts and delivery timelines accordingly
- Logistics & delivery oversight; track lead times, shipment status, and freight issues; collaborate with carriers, warehouses, and clients to resolve delays
- Proactively provide transparent, regimented status updates to clients and internal stakeholders
- Prepare and review submittals, shop drawings, O&M manuals, and close-out documentation
- Maintain organized project records: project dashboard, RFIs, change orders, schedules, etc...
- Ensure accurate billing by tracking costs and sell prices through the closing of projects
- Provide technical assistance to sales team, counter staff, and clients
- Prepare accurate power distribution takeoffs from electrical plan sets and specifications
- Drive continuous improvement by capturing lessons learned and best practices
- Participate in sales, product training, and cross-functional meetings to expand expertise and share insights
- Build trusting relationships with clients by displaying competency and effectiveness
- Cultivate client and vendor relationships to secure bid position and grow profitable market share
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- 3+ years of electrical or switchgear project management experience
- Comprehensive knowledge of power distribution products and applications (i.e. switchboards, panelboards, transformers, MCCs, metering, etc.)
- Proven track record managing projects from $100K to $2M+
- Ability to read electrical plans, single-line diagrams, and specifications
- Strong communication skills: clear, persuasive, and professional (written and verbal)
- Proficiency with project management tools
- Ability to identify problems, ask questions, be resourceful, and find solutions
- Capacity to multi-task, prioritize, and be consistent
- Dependable; work accurately under pressure, and within time constraints
- Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel to job sites and vendor facilities
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Electrical Wholesale/ Electrician/ Electrical Engineering Background, or other relevant experience
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
- Expertise in power distribution products and applications
- Prior background in sales support or customer-facing technical roles
CORE COMPETENCIES:
- Strategic planning and organizational prowess
- Financial acumen: budgeting, forecasting, and cost control
- Problem solving under pressure; resourceful decision making
- Collaborative mindset with strong interpersonal credibility
- Entrepreneurial drive and growth-oriented attitude
- Commitment to exceptional customer service
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
- Office-based collaboration with periodic visits to construction sites and manufacturing facilities
- Fast-paced, team-oriented setting requiring flexibility and cross-functional communication
- Occasional travel for training and client meetings
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
- Competitive Compensation
- Profit Sharing
- Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays
- Medical, Dental and Vision plans
- 401k with industry-leading Company Match
- Company Paid Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Product Discounts
THE INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN IS NOT INTENDED TO BE AN EXHAUSTIVE LIST OF ALL RESPONSIBILITIES, DUTIES AND QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED OF INDIVIDUALS PERFORMING THE JOB. THE QUALIFICATIONS DETAILED IN THIS JOB DESCRIPTION ARE NOT CONSIDERED THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS NECESSARY TO PERFORM THE JOB, BUT RATHER AS GUIDELINES. THEY MAY VARY FROM POSITION TO POSITION.
CED IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER/DISABILITY AND VETERAN STATUS
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $80,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
Experience:
- Switchgear Sales/Project Management: 3 years (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Milpitas, CA 95035 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Milpitas, CA 95035: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
