Traveling Electrical Project Manager (Mission Critical) - NC / VA

Our client seeking a dynamic, experienced and passionate Data Center Electrical Construction Project Manager. Join our outstanding team of skilled project managers and our operations team to build exciting projects making an imprint on the community for future generations.

• Accountable for the management of assigned projects including the installation, performance, profitability, and ultimately adding value to multiple projects.

• Performs all work within an established time frame and ensures that work is done in conformance with quality work standards, projected man-hours, within established Company guidelines and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Schedules, participates in and/or conducts project meetings.
• Manage the project, supervisors and workers in accordance with the policies and procedures
• Collaborate with Human Resources in the recruitment of a qualified and skilled workforce

Responsibilities – 

Pre-Construction

• Directly responsible for planning/preparing all contract administration, executing and directing project activities, and developing or maintaining client relationships.
• Responsible for job setup including but not limited to: Creating job cost budget, creating Schedule of Values, re-estimate, review and executing subcontracts, review and executing purchase orders with accurate BOMs, etc.
• Responsible for pricing and procuring subcontractor packages related scope of work.    PM is responsible for ensuring that subcontractor scopes are consistent with documents (drawings, specs, bid package) and that subcontractor is capable of completing work.
• Responsible for pricing and procuring major material packages (particularly Switchgear, Lighting and Commodities) related to scope of work. PM is responsible for ensuring that subcontractor scopes are consistent with documents (drawings, specs, bid package) and that subcontractor is capable of completing work.  
• Responsible for procuring, submitting and managing submittal process related to scope of work.

Pre-Fabrication 

• Work with Superintendent, Construction Resources Director and Project Operations Manager to create and maintain pre-fabrication plan for the project 
• Work with Superintendent on managing delivery of pre-fabrication assemblies and installation schedule 
• Constantly explore opportunities for pre-fabrication in all pieces of work 

Material Management / Jobsite Logistic      

• Oversight and responsibility for creating and maintaining material management and logistics plan related to current project(s). This includes defining and managing each piece of the process including, but not limited to, determining material needs, ordering material, receiving material and organizing material.
• Responsible for ensuring a quality control plan to ensure all material meets project specifications.
• Work with Superintendent, Field Operations Manager and Project Operations Manager to develop materials management and jobsite logistic plan prior to the project starting
• Work with Superintendent, Field Operations Manager and Project Operations Manager and Vendor Partners to implement plan and adjust plan throughout the course of the job.
• Responsible for procuring, managing and maintaining equipment on project including, but not limited to, company vehicles, equipment rentals, company tools and leased tools

Scheduling

• Oversight and responsibility for creating and maintaining schedule related to current project(s). This includes organization of current crews and manpower projections throughout the project.
• Work with Superintendent, Field Operations Manager and Project Operations Manager to develop field organization chart for project
• Work with Superintendent and Field Operation Manager to update schedule and manpower projection weekly. 

Externally

• Develop relationships and build the trust of owners, owner representatives, architects, engineers, trade contractors, vendors and others who are associated with project related activities.
• Serves on various committees and participates in special trade-related activities and events.

Qualifications

• BS/Construction Management or equivalent studies/experience
• 5-10 years of experience in Mission Critical Project Management with an Electrical Contractor
• Proven people management, process management, and performance management skills
• Knowledge of financial software, accounting practices, change order pricing, and billings
• Strong budget tracking, labor tracking, and scheduling skills
• Ability to review drawings for change order pricing and material procurement
• Proficiency in information analyzation and budget setup
• Strong written, communication and problem-solving skills
• Ability to multi-task and recollect past projects
• Spectrum experience a plus
• Estimation software a plus
• Experience in the electrical field a plus
• Leadership skills – ability to motivate other team members
  • Functions effectively as part of a team
  • Self-Motivated by inner goals
  • Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality at all times
  • Positive “can do” attitude is a must

Work Environment/Job Conditions

This job requires frequent sitting, often working on a computer. Due to computer usage, repetitive motions of the hands, fingers and wrists may occur.

He/she must be able to navigate a jobsite and is expected to be able to comply with all safety regulations in the office and on the job site.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification.

Required Skills –Associate Degree and/or relevant work experience within the Construction Industry may also be considered in lieu of a degree. Proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint; Bluebeam Revu, estimating and scheduling software a plus.

Other Duties –  Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.