Los Angeles - Sr. Project Manager

About the role

The Senior Project Manager at Baker Electric is responsible for overseeing the completion and financial outcomes of several electrical construction projects. They provide divisional support for company development and process improvement initiatives, manage financial aspects of contracts, forecast project finances, and lead project pre-planning efforts.

Responsibilities

• Assumes job duties and responsibilities of the Project Manager.
• Effectively manages a large value of work of electrical construction projects.
• Executes on the direction from a Project Executive and Senior Leadership.
• Provides divisional support for company development and process improvement initiatives.
• Manages all financial aspects of a contract (progress billing, rental equipment, income/expenses) to protect the company’s interest and simultaneously maintain good relationships with the client.
• Forecasts project financials, prepares monthly financial reports, and participates in WIP meetings.
• Prepares and submits project billings.
• Identifies, submits, and drives approval for scope of change orders.
• Identifies, prevents, and limits exposure to project schedule delays.
• Manages the prime contract execution process.
• Maintains all logs required to track the progress of the project.
• Sets project objectives, policies, procedures, and performance standards within boundaries of corporate policies.
• Maintains liaison with prime client and A/E to facilitate construction activities.
• Maintains oversight of construction activities in conjunction with the onsite Foreman and Area Superintendent to ensure project is being built on schedule and within budgets.
• Investigates any potentially serious situations and implements corrective measures within company guidelines, and under supervision.
• Represents company/project in meetings with client, subcontractors, etc.
• Documents all relevant project updates and communication between subcontractors, clients, and vendors.
• Ensures completeness of a project close out by finalizing all open items (change orders, documentation, etc.).
• Documents and gathers data for stakeholder reporting.
• Participates in the hiring and training of Project Engineers, Assistant Project Managers, and Project Managers.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in electrical project management.
• 5+ years directly involved with contract plans/specs and project accounting.
• Successful graduation of an accredited electrical apprenticeship program or long-term experience in the electrical industry in a variety of capacities.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or related degree (plus).
• Strong ability to learn new technology.
• Proficiency in MS Office / O365 applications.
• Proficiency in Procore (or related project management software) and Accubid Change Order (or related estimating software).

Qualifications

• Strong leadership skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Skills

• Project management software proficiency (Procore, Accubid Change Order).
• MS Office / O365 applications.
• Change order management.
• Financial management.
• Contract management.
• Construction management.
• Leadership.
• Communication.
• Problem-solving.
• Time management.

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP).
• Competitive compensation package.
• Health insurance coverage.
• Employee wellness program.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid time off (PTO).

Pay

The starting salary for this opportunity ranges based on location and experience. Other rewards may include annual bonus eligibility based on company and individual performance, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards.

Schedule

The Senior Project Manager works full-time and is usually an individual contributor with occasional direct reports.