Project Manager

Project Manager – Matting SolutionsIf you'd like the chance to make your mark with the world's largest equipment rental provider, come build your future with United Rentals!As the Project Manager – Matting Solutions you will be responsible for estimating temporary access and civil/environmental right-of-way in the powerline, pipeline, and general construction industries as well as performing project management activities to include scheduling, cost analysis, material and vendor sourcing, etc. Formerly YAK ACCESS, Matting Solutions is now part of the United Rentals Team and is one of North America's leading providers of right-of-way access solutions. From pipelines to power lines to civil projects, we offer unmatched expertise in total access planning, clearing, site work and restoration services.What you'll do:Work closely with sales team to design and estimate solutions for projectsDesign and map solutions for temporary right-of-way accessAttend pre-bid, pre-construction, and site visits for potential and upcoming projectsPerform take-offs from construction plans and estimate labor, equipment, and materials needed to execute plansDevelop execution plans, schedules, project narratives, and other written communication as part of proposalsPerform cost analysis, project scheduling and project management activitiesEnsure projects are properly executed, as budgeted, and billed in a timely manner within scope of the contractManage the selection, cost comparison, and schedule of materials to be procured for the projects assignedProactively work to establish advantageous long-term customer relationshipsInterface with customer throughout the project life cycle to gain feedback and provide information for customer satisfactionCommunicate bid and project status to management, providing forecasts of revenue, costs, schedule, billing, and other metric / dashboard itemsActively pursue additional business through change orders; perform associated cost estimates / comparisons, prepare proposals and negotiate final settlement price and customer acceptanceNegotiate, prepare and issue subcontracts; foster and maintain good working relationships with subcontractorsEnsure Purchase Orders are assigned in an effort to control the costs of the job and maintain profitabilityIdentify and communicate alternative solutions that could make a project safer, more efficient and more cost-effectiveOther duties as assignedRequirements:Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field is desirable5 years' experience in Estimating/Project ManagementAbility to prioritize, define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusionsStrong understanding of all Project Management and Lean construction methodologies and principlesKnowledge of methods, materials, equipment, and safety hazards of construction projectsAbility to coordinate large construction projects and monitor the work of contractorsExcellent analytical, organizational, and written/verbal communication skillsProficient with Microsoft Office: Excel, Word, and Project and B2W software is a plusThis position is deemed Safety Sensitive for purposes of United Rentals' policies and procedures.