CEC Energy · 1 week ago
Senior Project Manager
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
7+ years expCEC Energy is a company specializing in electrical construction projects, and they are seeking a Senior Project Manager to oversee a portfolio of projects. This role is responsible for margin performance, forecast accuracy, cash flow management, and ensuring disciplined project delivery across the organization.
Construction
Responsibilities
Project P&L performance, margin protection, and recovery
Forecast accuracy and cost-to-complete discipline
Billing execution, WIP accuracy, and cash flow timing
Scope defense, change management, and commercial position
Risk identification, mitigation, escalation, and recovery
Lead execution of multiple concurrent projects, or large complex projects, with full ownership of margin, schedule, productivity, and cash
Implement and maintain disciplined project controls, including forecasting, schedules, variance analysis, and recovery planning
Develop and execute recovery plans when performance deviates from plan
Lead the estimating-to-operations handover and validate estimate assumptions during execution
Coordinate long-lead equipment, subcontractors, OEMs, and internal resources
Ensure accurate, timely reporting of job cost, productivity, and financial performance
Close projects cleanly, protecting final margin and contractual position
Exercise authority over staffing, execution cadence, and performance expectations
Lead, mentor, and develop Project Managers and Assistant Project Managers
Set the standard for disciplined delivery, documentation, and accountability
Model STRIVE© values with safety and quality as non-negotiable
Escalate risks early with clear facts and mitigation plans
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related technical field
7+ years of progressive Project Management experience with direct P&L ownership
10+ years of progressive project leadership experience with documented ownership of margin, cash flow, forecasting, and recovery on complex electrical construction projects
Managing multiple concurrent projects in a self-perform electrical environment
Ownership of cost-to-complete forecasting and financial predictability (WIP, billing, and cash)
Change management and scope defense experience
Understanding of EPC vs BOP scopes
Manage subcontractors, vendors, and long-lead equipment and materials
Identify waste/inefficiencies and drive corrective actions tied to customer deliverables
Lead core project meetings and review (e.g. kick off, status/progress, cost/schedule performance reviews, closeout, and lessons learned)
General knowledge of general accounting principles
General knowledge of estimating fundamentals
Strong customer-facing communication; proactive, direct, and professional
Demonstrated ability to build and lead teams
Ability to work extended hours as required by project demands
Ability to lift up to 30 pounds and work safely in active construction environments
Subject to satisfactory background check, drug/alcohol screening, and MVR review
Must have a Valid Driver's License
May be required to work nights, weekends, or holidays
Must comply with all company safety policies and procedures
Preferred
Formal project management training or certification (PMP or equivalent) preferred
Candidates without certification must demonstrate consistent use of disciplined project controls, forecasting, and commercial management in prior roles
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage options available for employees and eligible dependents.
Participation in the company 401(k) plan, including employer matching, subject to plan terms and eligibility.
Vacation, holidays, and paid time off policies consistent with role responsibilities and business needs.
Company
CEC Energy
Since 1956, CEC Energy LLC., formally Coonrod Electric Co., Inc.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Chaden “Chad” Lassoued
Chairman and CEO at CEC Energy I Bain Advisor
Tony Coonrod
CEO
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