As a Project Manager, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the success of our projects in Austin and work in the Buda, Texas office. You will oversee all aspects of project planning, design, implementation, and completion. Your expertise in electrical systems, project management, and team leadership will be crucial in delivering projects on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
Essential Functions, Duties, and Responsibilities
Tasks may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Procurement
- Create and maintain a submittal and procurement log.
- Verify fixture counts and check vendor Bills of Materials (BOMs) for accuracy.
Budget
- Maintain budget, forecast, and WIP for the duration of the project.
- Identify cost impacts and act or record accordingly.
- Resolve conflicts, questions, and potential shortages with the Estimating Department.
Productivity
- Maintain productivity records for the field.
- Track productivity and meet regularly with field leadership to review progress.
- Identify and resolve production issues.
- Identify the best approach for project completion and create an order of operations plan.
Safety
- Set and enforce site-specific safety policies and plans.
Schedule
- Review and analyze contract schedules, pushing back against unrealistic durations.
- Assist in workforce projections and ensure the creation of lookahead schedules.
Quality Control / Quality Assurance
- Collaborate with field leadership to address installation challenges.
- Create layouts for complex installations and participate in BIM coordination.
Document Control Plan
- Manage electronic file cabinets to ensure information is current, organized, and easily accessible.
- Maintain protocols for document management and presentation.
- Coordinate submittals and closeout documents effectively.
Team Management
- Work closely with the team of managers and analysts to ensure project success.
- Delegate work and assignments based on expertise and time constraints.
- Create new and maintain good relationships with general contractors.
- Provide coaching/counseling to the foreman.
Qualifications: Education, Experience, and Skills
Required:
- 5+ years’ experience in the commercial electrical industry.
License/Certification
Preferred:
- PMP, PgMP, CAPM, or comparable project management certifications (Preferred).
- Valid Driver’s License.
Associated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Extensive experience in the commercial electrical industry with knowledge of electrical systems and installations.
- Ability to read blueprints and interpret bid documents accurately.
- Proficiency in Procore, NetSuite, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office 365 (Preferred).
- Strong communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.
- Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities.
- Bilingual in English and Spanish desirable but not required.
Core Job Competencies
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following job competencies:
- Cooperation/Teamwork—Works harmoniously and builds a positive team spirit while working with others to get a job done; responds positively to instructions and procedures.
- Oral/Written Communication—Expresses oneself clearly in conversation and business writing. Listens and gets clarification while following work instructions. Responds well to questions. Uses grammatically correct, concrete, specific language.
- Attention to Detail—The Ability to process detailed information effectively and consistently, including following verbal and written instructions.
- Attendance/Punctuality—Consistently at work and on time, instilling the same in team members who are supervised.
- Fostering Innovation—Ability to develop, sponsor, or support the introduction of new and improved methods, products, procedures, or technologies.
- Managing Work—Establishing a course of action for self and/or others to accomplish specific goals by planning proper personnel assignments and appropriate resource allocation.
- Results Orientation—The Ability to focus on the desired result of one’s or team’s work, set challenging goals, focus on the goals, and meet or exceed them.
Working Environment & Conditions/Physical Requirements
You would tailor this to the specific job…
- Requires sitting for extended periods.
- Must be able to move or lift more than 75lbs
- Travel may be required as per project needs 20-30%
- Occasionally extended hours and overtime may be required to meet workload demands.
Equipment or Machines Routinely Used in This Position
- Computers/Desktop
- Printers, Copiers & Scanners
- Monitors
- Phones & Communications systems
Review Procedures
- Evaluation after 90 days of employment.
- Annual Performance Review.