Project Leader 1 - Richmond, VA

The Project Manager I is responsible for the overall administration, organization and implementation of small electrical construction projects or parts of larger more complex project. Responsible for: * Assisting the project Superintendent in the preparation of project documentation requirements, project layout, and field office support. * Developing a resource loaded CPM schedule with time scale logic in Primavera scheduling software. * Coordinating and running a project kick-off meeting (PKOM). * Forecasting cash flow and manpower needs for projects. * Reading and interpreting blue prints and project specifications. * Working with the project Superintendent to develop a budget and cost codes for a project and assigning costs and manpower to the schedule for foreman level tracking. * Researching and compiling submittals, pricing change orders and preparing estimates for designed projects by finishing the design and preparing a complete project estimate. * Meeting with potential customers to present proposals. * Understanding and following bid procedures and bid forms. * Conferring with supervisory personnel, owners, contractors, and design professionals to discuss and resolve matters such as work procedures, complaints, and construction problems. * Coordinating the acquisition of major materials, monitoring tool and equipment requirements with the project Superintendent and the warehouse. * Acquiring all required permits and licenses for projects and ensuring all inspections are handled correctly and in a timely manner. * Overall financial management of the project (s). * Responsible to keep the profitability at and/above budget. * Expediting all change orders. * Assuring a timely completion of a project including the completion of punch-list items, the submittal of accurate as-built drawings, operation and maintenance manuals, and the completion of all training and other administrative requirements. * Monitoring project progress, preparing monthly reports analyzing the accuracy of the budget, schedule, cash flow and manpower forecasts. * Identifying opportunities for cost-saving measures, quality improvement and incorporating best practices. * Ensuring KPR's are complete and all information is accurate. * Developing a detailed equipment plan. * Ensuring all safety regulations are adhered to. * Reviewing contracts and customer negotiations. Requirements: * Supervise Construction Project Managers and perform PM duties on construction projects. * Maintain operational and administrative control for construction projects out of the Charleston SC office. * Extensive Project Management experience managing teams and monitoring multiple projects at any given time. * 7-9 years of experience with a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Math or Physics preferably from an ABET accredited program or 5-7 years of experience with a Master's degree in Engineering * Experienced in up-front project involvement with engineering firms, the client, and General Contractors. * Proven track record of successful projects. * Has Managed diverse groups on projects that involve multi-discipline knowledge for example; Fire Alarm, Communications, Security, AV, Power, and Instrumentation. * Prepares status reports and works to ensure plans adhere to the business requirements. * A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. * Typically reports to top management. * Strong verbal and written communication skills. * Can direct cross function teams to reach mutual agreement to meet business objectives. * Able to work in a diverse environment, with personnel having a range of backgrounds. * Strong analytical thinking to evaluate options and directions. * Strong leadership and coaching skills. * Can facilitate change and communicate effectively. * Able to think abstractly, in both short and long term planning. Abilities: * Exposure to computer screens for an extended period of time. * Sitting for extended periods of time. * Reach by extending hands or arms in any direction. * Have finger dexterity in order to manipulate objects with fingers rather than whole hands or arms, for example, using a keyboard. * Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences. * Communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand. * Read and understand information and ideas presented in writing. * Apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense. * Identify and understand the speech of another person.

Created: 2024-10-22