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Senior Electrical Preconstruction Manager - Mission Critical in Elk Grove Village

Date Posted: 26 October 2026

Job Snapshot

Job Description

A respected design-build general contractor in the Chicago area is looking for a Senior Electrical Preconstruction Manager to lead the electrical side of its mission critical and data center work. You'll shape budgets, systems strategy and buyout on large, power-heavy projects long before the first conduit goes in.

What You'll Do

  • Lead electrical preconstruction on data center and mission critical projects from concept through buyout
  • Build conceptual, schematic and detailed electrical estimates and keep budgets aligned as design develops
  • Evaluate power distribution, switchgear, UPS, generator and medium-voltage options with owners and design teams
  • Drive value engineering, constructability reviews and long-lead equipment procurement strategy
  • Manage electrical trade partner outreach, bid leveling and scope reviews
  • Partner with business development and operations on pursuits, proposals and clean project handoffs

What You Bring

  • Many years of electrical preconstruction or estimating experience with a general contractor or electrical contractor
  • Mission critical or data center experience strongly preferred
  • Strong cost knowledge of electrical distribution, critical power and backup systems
  • Comfort presenting budgets and options to owners, developers and design teams
  • Clear communication and a collaborative leadership style

What We Offer

  • Pay range of $140,000–$180,000 per year, based on experience
  • Medical, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) and paid time off
  • A senior seat on a growing mission critical preconstruction team

Advance your career in construction. Apply today and send your resume to Jenn LaQua, your construction recruiter at GPAC.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

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