Project Manager

Future Infrastructure (Future) is an industry-leading provider of installation, maintenance, and repair services to telecommunications service providers, gas utility companies, pipeline construction contractors, and general contractors across the Southwestern United States. Founded and headquartered in Mesquite, Texas, Future is one of the fastest-growing companies in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. It diligently provides its customers with high-quality services delivered on schedule and safely, and reliably. Future Infrastructure is a subsidiary of Future Infrastructure Holdings, a utility infrastructure company based in Dallas, TX, with over $290M in revenues. Its customers operate primarily in the telecommunications, residential gas, oil & gas, pipeline, and civil construction industries. Position Type: Full-Time/Regular Summary: The Project Manager’s job is to oversee each project from conception to completion, interfacing with construction and engineering professionals and the customer and ensuring the project meets or exceeds financial objectives. The Project Manager is Future Infrastructure’s project representative and works under deadlines in a fast-paced environment to plan and coordinate all aspects of the construction process, from allocating internal resources to hiring contractors to work with engineers and vendors. The job includes both hands-on and administrative duties. Responsibilities: Work with the business development team (Company President) from the receipt of a request for proposal to ensure understanding of the project scope, budget, and schedule. Collaborate with the engineer and the customer to determine the specifications of the project Determine needed resources (manpower, equipment, and materials) from start to finish with attention to budgetary limitations Plan all construction operations and schedule intermediate phases to ensure deadlines will be met and coordinate with construction managers to match the job's talent. Negotiate terms, in conjunction with the Procurement team, with external vendors to source any required materials Hire contractors and other staff and allocate responsibilities Oversee the beginning of each project to ensure all purchase orders and permits are in place, and all design and engineering specifications are finalized and ready for construction. Develop work packages for assignment to supervisors. Direct and oversee construction projects from conception to completion while monitoring compliance with safety and quality standards. Interface with customers to provide progress updates and direct construction to meet customer priorities. Communicate with the responsible parties to ensure quality construction exceeds Company standards and proper industry techniques and processes are utilized while ensuring the customer’s requirements are efficiently met. Review, approve and negotiate change orders. Conduct meetings on-site with the engineer, the customer, and the construction crew Supervise the work of supervisors, foremen, operators, and laborers, and guide them when needed Evaluate progress and prepare detailed reports relating to job status, daily progress, estimates, and deliverables. Update finance team monthly with the financial status of the project and invoicing. Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field of study 7+ years’ proven experience in leading construction projects Ability to read blueprints, structural drawings, and plan sets Advanced understanding of risk management policies and procedures Extensive experience managing budgets for large construction projects Strong knowledge of construction materials, processes, and equipment Familiarity with quality and health and safety standards Outstanding written and oral communication and negotiation skills Excellent organizational and time-management skills A team player with leadership abilities -- Able to build solid relationships with team members, vendors, and customers PMP or equivalent certification will be an advantage Superior management and delegation capabilities High level of financial responsibilities Accurate and precise attention to detail Goal-oriented and organized leadership Able to analyze problems and strategize for better solutions Self-motivated and self-directed Computer Skills: Proficient with Microsoft Office; Microsoft Project and experience with Project Management software preferred #J-18808-Ljbffr