Project Manager, Substation

Position Summary

The Project Manager, Substation is responsible for ensuring the timely and cost-efficient completion of construction projects by overseeing all their phases. Reporting to the Director of Substation Construction, this position works with a variety of stakeholders to schedule and plan work, coordinate equipment and materials, operate within budget, and monitor overall progress of the project. 

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

• Develops, implements, manages, maintains, administrative processes related to utilities including but not limited to RFI, submittals, change orders and close out documentation
• Coordinates materials, vendors, subcontractors, Superintendent and Project Managers that may report to this position
• Provides clients/owner with notification of changes to the work and submit cost accordingly
• Represents company to client, owner, and other entities
• Attends various preconstruction meetings, conference calls, etc.
• Participates in budget forecast, and assures compliance of such
• Generates pay applications and other required documents to be submitted/owner for approval
• Provides ideas and innovation for the project to increase inefficiency for the project
• Ensures safety compliance is carried out throughout the construction process
• Ensures compliance with quality requirements, standards, project specifications
• Generate construction schedule and ensures construction schedule is met
• Defines scope of work for subcontracts to be awarded and generate and execute subcontracts and purchase orders. Reviews bids and recommends subcontractors and suppliers for awards of work

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, Construction Science, or equivalent experience
• Minimum of two (3) years of experience of progressive responsibility on similar construction projects
• Experience in coordinating multidisciplinary teams (design and construction engineers, superintendents, inspectors)
• Experience on large highway, paving, and/or utility relocation projects
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills
• Excellent command of Microsoft Excel
• Cost control and scheduling experience
• Proven experience in managing and directing people
• Other Duties as Assigned

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Punctuality and Strong attendance record
• Excellent time management and attention to detail
• Must be organized and maintain orderly workspace
• Must have analytical skills
• Must be coachable – able to listen and follow directions
• Able to meet deadlines and adaptable to many situations