The role - what you'll doBarr is seeking a project manager to join our dynamic electrical engineering team. In this hybrid role, you will blend technical expertise with project management responsibilities. Typically, assignments include managing multidisciplinary project teams, preparing design drawings and specifications, completing engineering calculations and analyses, writing technical reports, developing details of designs, and preparing cost estimates and bid packages.
The ideal candidate for this position has the proven ability to provide exceptional client service for internal and external project teams. This person is willing to work cooperatively in a project team environment that encourages self-initiative. They have demonstrated project organization and project/task management skills, with a flexible work style as required to meet deadlines and client needs.
Your impact - key responsibilities- Project management: plans, schedules, and manages projects, including work on power plants, refineries, mine processing facilities, and other heavy industrial facilities. Develop scopes of work, budgets, and timelines according to client specifications and needs.
- Technical oversight: oversees site characterization, evaluation of alternatives, design development, and construction management.
- Compliance and permitting: ensures projects meet local, state, and federal regulations. Manage permits and environmental assessments.
- Risk management: identifies potential risks and develops mitigation strategies, handling unexpected issues during design and construction efficiently and in a timely manner.
About the opportunity- Work location: a hybrid work arrangement may be considered for this position. A hybrid work arrangement refers to splitting time worked between a Barr office and a home office. This position is based out of Barr's Ann Arbor, Michigan, office.
- Travel expectation: up to 10 percent domestic fieldwork is anticipated, with an average of one to five days of continuous job site presence. Actual travel may vary based on specific projects.
- Work environment: ability to work in locations that include rough terrain typical of construction sites. Candidates must be able to perform job duties with or without reasonable accommodation.
About you - required core competencies- Education: bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related field. Project Management Professional or Professional Engineer certifications, or a willingness to obtain them.
- Experience: 10+ years of combined experience in civil engineering and project management. Familiarity with federal and state procurement processes, along with experience managing projects for the design and construction of dams and hydraulic structures. Experience leading and performing value engineering concepts preferred.
- Willingness and ability to regularly travel if needed.
- Software: proficiency with Microsoft Office products. Experience using Primavera preferred.
- Driver's license: possession of a current, valid driver's license and acceptable driving record
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship by Barr, now or in the future.
Compensation: Anticipated range of $110,000-$140,000 annually. Compensation will vary based on relevant experience, education, skill level, and other compensable factors. Employees in this position may also be eligible for a discretionary cash bonus based on team and individual performance. This position is classified as exempt/salaried under the Fair Labor Standards Act.
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Benefits - what we offerWe are committed to providing an employee experience that attracts and retains top talent. That's why we offer a competitive package of employee benefits - including some unique offerings not found at other companies. At Barr, we also believe that learning doesn't stop when you get your degree, which is why we provide coaching, mentoring, and support for ongoing educational opportunities to foster professional development at every stage of your career.
- Competitive, affordable insurance plans: Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, accidental death insurance, and flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care
- Retirement benefits: 401(k) retirement savings plan with company contribution and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with company contribution in Barr stock
- Profit distribution: Barr has a "no retained earnings" model and distributes all profit to our employees through our annual bonus distribution plan, ESOP, and dividends to shareholders
- Professional development benefits: Annual time and expense allowances, mentorship program, and many internal training opportunities
- Work/life balance: Paid time off, holidays, overtime for non-exempt/hourly staff, and compensatory time for exempt/salaried staff (time off or pay for extra time worked), paid family leave
- Wellness focus: Ergonomic analysis and equipment, Personal Protective Equipment allowance, wellbeing-focused educational opportunities
Please note that benefits eligibility is determined and may change based on part-time, reduced-time, or full-time status.
