Quanta Services

Senior Project Manager

Quanta Services$90K — $120K *
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field, or equivalent experience (5+ years’ project management in construction)
  • 10+ years of experience in the electrical industry, preferably with transmission, distribution, or substation projects
  • Knowledgeable in specifications and documentation for time/cost/labor estimates
  • Ability to read and interpret civil, architectural, and structural plans related to electrical work
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and estimating software tools
  • Skilled in preparing construction schedules using Microsoft Project/Primavera
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
  • Able to manage a large workforce while ensuring compliance and safety standards.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare project construction schedules and manage daily activities
  • Act as primary contact for complex projects and coordinate client communications
  • Monitor compliance with budget, schedule, quality, and safety standards
  • Conduct regular progress meetings and develop status reports
  • Prepare comprehensive cost estimates and manage project accounting functions
  • Oversee equipment utilization and prepare necessary documentation
  • Ensure adherence to the Company’s ethical standards and safety policies.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical coverage with multiple plan options and virtual care access
  • Includes prescription drug coverage and healthcare advocacy support
  • Dental and vision coverage with preventive care at no cost
  • 401(k) plan with company match and immediate eligibility
  • Life and disability insurance with optional additional coverage
  • Employee assistance program for mental health and wellbeing support
  • Access to employee discounts and community support initiatives.
Full Job Description
About this Role

Irby Construction Company, is one of the nation’s leading electrical contractors, is currently seeking a Senior Project Manager to manage electrical transmission, distribution, substation, and related projects for our Central Regional office based in Richland, Mississippi which performs work throughout the state of Alabama, Georgia, Louisiana, and Mississippi. This position is responsible for overall project planning and scheduling, resource allocation, project accounting and control, while providing technical direction and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. The responsibilities for this role span a broad spectrum, covering all the areas of project management, project planning, contract administration, quality, and safety management while ensuring projects are completed successfully.

What You'll Do
  • Prepare project construction schedules
  • Prepare and submit Requests for Information (RFIs) to clients
  • Manage day-to-day activities of assigned projects
  • Act as the main point-of-contact on large complex projects
  • Coordinate and lead meetings, schedule updates, submit deliverables and address outstanding open items as requested by clients
  • Prepare look-ahead documents and weekly, monthly progress reports and related billing information
  • Review and monitor job costs versus budgets
  • Report regularly to the management team
  • Help prepare and regularly update comprehensive cost estimates for projects as necessary
  • Prepare bills of material and other information
  • Closely monitor and track all equipment utilization, including owned, leased, and rented vehicles and equipment.
  • Develop work plans and collaborate with construction Superintendent responsible for overseeing the project.
  • Monitor work for compliance with schedule, budget, quality, safety, and overall conformance with the contract documents.
  • Attend progress meetings, develop status reports, and deliver presentations as required.
  • Assist in negotiating with the customer regarding changes to design, construction work scope, and schedules.
  • Support Company’s safety vision and comply with all safety rules, policies, and procedures; maintain accountability for safety performance of subordinate personnel.
  • Project accounting functions including managing the budget, tracking of team expenses, forecasting, job margins and minimizing exposure/risk on projects.
  • Oversee project field office personnel
  • Understand and comply with the Company’s Code of Business Conduct and Ethics and other industry-specific professional and ethical conduct standards, if applicable.
  • Regular and predictable attendance
  • Additional duties as assigned
What You'll Bring
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field, or equivalent experience (5+ years’ project management in the construction industry)
  • 10 years or more of experience in the electrical industry and/or possessing project management experience within transmission, distribution, or substation construction projects is preferred
  • Knowledgeable about specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare time/cost/labor estimates for projects and services
  • Able to read and understand civil, architectural, structural, mechanical, etc. plans and specifications to include blueprints, proposals, and other documents as they relate to electrical work
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office applications
  • Experienced with estimating software tools
  • Ability to prepare and or support preparation of construction schedules in Microsoft Project and/or Primavera
  • Excellent analytical, organizational, and verbal and written communication skills
  • Team player who is able to successfully work with diverse internal and external partners
  • Self-driven with the ability to stay on-task for extended periods of time
  • Reliable, experienced, customer-oriented and proven leadership experience.
  • Ability to effectively solve problems and conflicts.
  • Ability to plan, coordinate, and provide leadership in the execution of complex construction projects and manage a large workforce.
  • Ability to delegate and manage multiple operations simultaneously.
  • Ability to assess the operational effectiveness of contractors, subcontractors, and vendors.
  • Ability to analyze and interpret technical information accurately and effectively
What You'll Get
  • Comprehensive Medical Coverage – Multiple BCBS medical plan options, all with in-network preventive care covered at no cost, the same nationwide provider network, and access to virtual care for primary care, dermatology, general medical needs, and mental health support.
  • Prescription Drug Coverage included with all medical plans, plus tools and advocacy support to help manage healthcare costs.
  • Dental & Vision Coverage – Dental plans with 100% coverage for preventive care and orthodontia options for adults and children, plus vision coverage with annual exams and frame allowances.
  • Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts – HSA options with Fidelity, Healthcare FSA, Limited Purpose FSA, and Dependent Care FSA (up to $7,500) to help you save on eligible healthcare and dependent expenses.
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match – Immediate eligibility and vesting, with a company match of 100% on the first 3% and 50% on the next 3% (up to 4.5% total match).
  • Life & Disability Insurance – Company-paid basic life and AD&D coverage, plus optional supplemental life insurance for employees and dependents. Short-term and long-term disability coverage helps protect your income if you’re unable to work due to illness or injury.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Confidential mental health, financial, family, and wellbeing support available at no cost to you and your household.
  • Voluntary Benefits – Optional accident, hospital indemnity, critical illness, identity theft protection, pet insurance, home/auto insurance, and long-term care coverage.
  • Employee Discounts & Community Support – Access to exclusive employee discounts and participation in Quanta Cares, a disaster relief fund supporting employees and families during times of need.

About Quanta Services

Quanta Services provides engineering, procurement, and construction services for comprehensive infrastructure needs in the electric power and oil and natural gas industries, both onshore and offshore.

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Learn more about Quanta Services
Size
43,700 employees
Market Cap
$20.3 billion
Industry
Net Income
$445.6 million
Founded
2008
5 Year Trend
+11.1%
Revenue
$11.2 billion
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