Underground Utility Construction Project Manager

Title: Full time Underground Utility Construction Project Manager

Location: South Bay Area

Position: Travel to work site in the South bay

Base Salary: $145-160K

Job Summary

Senior Utility Construction Project Managers are responsible for the management of assigned construction projects. Senior Project Managers serve as the primary contact with owners/clients and must continually foster a positive

relationship with all parties involved. Senior Project Managers generate and monitor cost estimates, prime

contracts, schedules, subcontracts, and owner as well as subcontractor change orders, RFI’s, and process

submittals.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Work alongside Division Managers, Superintendents, and Foremen to plan, organize, and direct

activities in conjunction with road and site construction project plans

• Coordinate total cost estimates for a particular bid/project as assigned

• Able to handle technically complex projects.

• Establishes project objectives and policies, principal liaison with owners.

• Check bid source files to ensure the latest information is available before bid day

• Reviews proposal specifications and drawings and attends pre-bid meetings

• Generates RFI’s necessary to establish a competitive baseline

• Performs material take-offs and mathematical calculations accurately

• Determines the type of materials, equipment, labor, and subcontractors required

• Monitors construction and financial activities through on-site Project Managers and Engineers.

• Represent the company in project meetings and attend strategy meetings

• Work with the contract administrator to manage financial aspects of contracts, protecting the

company’s interest and simultaneously maintaining a good relationship with the customer

• Interpret and explain plans and contract terms to administrative staff, workers, and clients

• Upholds all company safety practices and wears appropriate PPE when working in the field

• Formulate reports concerning such areas as work progress, costs, and scheduling

• Other related duties and projects as assigned

Key Job Requirements

• 10+ years of utility construction project management experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or other related major

• Ability to estimate projects and develop cost proposals

• Strong time management and prioritizing abilities

• Strong written & verbal communications skills

• Ability to read and understand drawings and specifications

• Strong computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, including Microsoft Project &

Excel

• Ability to demonstrate team building, leadership, and mentoring skills

• Travel requirements to job sites

o Must be able to maintain a valid driver's license if travelling

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Assist in the selection and hiring of related staff. Trains and evaluates employees to enhance their

performance, development, and work product. Addresses performance issues and makes

recommendations for personnel actions.

• May supervise a small number of Project Managers, Project Engineers, and Project Coordinators

Physical Requirements

• Work is performed at project sites and in an office and/or trailer

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