Construction Project Manager

Position Title: Project Manager - Substation/EPC (On Site Position)
Location: Granville, OH
Pay Range: N/A

Application Instructions

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Position Description

Position Summary

As the Project Manager, you will participate in engineering, procurement, and construction activities required to build substation projects. Responsibilities will include advising on project constructability and construction risks; cost estimating; bid package preparation, procurement and subcontractor bid solicitation and analysis; procurement execution and expediting; management of engineering and environmental/permitting services; management of field operations; management of testing & commissioning services; contract negotiations, execution, and administration; managing the request for information (RFI) process with clients, vendors, and contractors; reviewing and negotiating change orders; construction coordination and progress monitoring; managing QA/QC requirements; and maintaining updated vendor and construction documents. This position reports to the Regional Manager.

Duties/Responsibilities

1. Identify and develop relationships with new customers. Cultivate and nurture relationships with existing customers.
2. Review RFP opportunities and participate in development of bidding strategy, proposal development and pricing.
3. Prepare take-offs, solicit material and subcontractor pricing, and complete bids in response to customer Requests for Proposals.
4. Direct preconstruction services and activities.
5. Develop and implement the Project Execution Plan, including engineering, procurement, construction, quality management plan, environmental & permitting plan, safety & health plan, testing & commissioning plan, subcontracting plan, project staffing plan, and procurement plan.
6. Train superintendents and foremen in the proper handling of job planning, interpretation of contract documents, extra work documentation, administration of company safety program and job information reporting requirements.
7. Develop and communicate meaningful training to crews and crew supervision.
8. Set up and implement procedures and techniques to ensure timely buyout, shop drawing approval, and material delivery. Coordinate with material suppliers to develop solutions to logistical and supply-chain challenges.
9. Maintain quality control, including implementation of a Site-Specific Quality Management Plan.
10. Conduct job site safety audits to ensure that jobsite safety and pre-task planning documentation is sufficient for the tasks being performed and in compliance with all safety policies and procedures.
11. Maintain ongoing communication with project stakeholders and customer interface to resolve changes, schedule conflicts, document errors, material shortages and manpower adjustments.
12. Develop project cash flows, manage project billing, and change order tracking.
13. Manage project costs and proactively identify risks to ensure projects stay within budget.
14. Exhibit proficiency in contract development and management.
15. Exhibit proficiency in project risk management, including the identification, prioritization, and mitigation of project risks while seeking out and exploiting project opportunities.
16. Effectively communicate project information to both internal and external project stakeholders.
17. Seek guidance, advice, and support from the Regional Manager to make good business choices and decisions.
18. Maintain timely and accurate reporting to management, particularly regarding cost forecasting and estimated cost at completion.
19. Complete monthly work-in-progress (WIP) in a timely and accurate manner.
20. Prepare and process project close out documentation and requirements
21. Travel for this position is required and will consist of overnight stays.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Position Requirements

Qualifications

1. B.S. degree in engineering, construction management, business administration with three (3) years qualified experience, or a minimum of eight (8) years of field supervision or relevant experience. Utility construction experience preferred.
2. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
3. Demonstrated skills in providing leadership, motivation, vision, and direction.
4. Proven success in developing and maintaining customer relationships.
5. Extensive knowledge of the principles, procedures, and best practices in the industry.
6. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
7. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
8. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Physical Demands

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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to see, talk, and hear. The employee is required to sit at a desk and work on a computer for prolonged periods of time.

Equal Opportunity Employer

AAP/EEO Statement

It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of the Company not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or status as a veteran, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law, with respect to recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, and other terms and condition of employment.

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