The Project Manager will be responsible for overseeing projects to ensure they are completed on time & within budget. This role will be responsible for comprehensive project planning, budgeting, and cost control, as well as managing coordinating and managing field crew schedules.
Responsibilities:- Project planning - develop detailed work plans, including schedules, resource allocation, and production goals for crews.
- Coordinate with internal teams, subcontractors and vendors to ensure smooth execution of projects
- Prepare cost estimates and manage project budgets
- Monitor project financials, including tracking expenses, approving invoices, claims, and track production.
- Work directly with Field Supervisors to identify cost-saving opportunities and mitigate budget overruns
- Review Progress Reports and payroll for accuracy and reasonableness. Investigate instances where time and production do not correlate
- Ensure all work complies with local, state and federal regulations such as OSHA and NASSCO standards
- Ensure implementation of company and customer specific safety programs (EHS Insight)
- Assist with conducting regular site safety audits (EHS)
- Review accidents and incidents and assess fault and negligence. Work with Area Manager on disciplinary measures
- Primary point of contact for customers, city engineers, inspectors, and utility representatives and be able to provide regular updates on project status
- Review and approve field documentation, including inspections videos, progress reports, and As-Built drawings
- Be able to identify potential project risks such as underground conflicts, delays, and cost increases
- Ensure all necessary permits are obtained before work is performed.
- You will be responsible for the supervision of project coordinators, Field Supervisors, and Field Crews
- Review daily production logs and completed work to ensure all billable activities are accurately captured
- Work with billing specialist to prepare and submit accurate and timely invoices to customers
- Work with financial team and submit month-end financials, including WIP (Work In Progress), notes of any holds, and variance explanations to Integrity Management and Financial Partner
- Participate in monthly operations meetings providing status updates and addressing any issues
Requirements:- A minimum of five years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience
- Ability to read and understand project scope as well as efficiently use a computer and company software
- Proven leadership with the goal of optimizing operational performance
- Proven ability to effectively manage a diverse regional team
- Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Must be willing to travel as needed
- Strong organizational skills, high level of accuracy and be able to work in a fast-paced environment
- Must have high level of confidentiality and a good understanding of general business practices
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities at one time
- Proven written and verbal communications abilities; proficiency with computer applications, including Microsoft Office suite
- High-stress tolerance; must be able to thrive in a high-pressure environment
- Strong analytical, and "critical thinking" skills
- Detail orientated and ability to multitask
- Must be self-motivated
- Possess the ability to prioritize and organize multiple tasks
- Work under strict deadlines and exhibit a team player attitude
- Must possess strong problem-solving skills
- Ability to effectively manage people within the company's vision, mission and core values
Equix offers:- Multiple medical plan options
- Weekly pay
- Wellness program
- Dental and vision plans
- FSA and HSA options
- 401k savings plan with employer match
- Financial protection products
- Short and long term disability, life, accident, critical illness
- Legal shield and ID theft plans
- Employer-paid life insurance
- Paid Time Off and paid holidays
- Employee assistance program
- Employee referral program
All applicants must be willing to submit to a pre-employment drug test, background check, and motor vehicle record check.
