Project Manager

About the role

The Project Manager is responsible for cost estimates and general operational oversight of various commercial, industrial, and biotech/pharmaceutical electrical construction projects. Preferred experience in FDA compliance, production environments, clean rooms, and an understanding of P&ID (Piping and Instrumentation Diagram) and BIM navigation.

About the company

Founded in 1920, the E.S. Boulos Company (ESB) – a subsidiary of MYR Group Inc. – performs electrical construction services throughout the Northeastern U.S. We have two divisions, offering both powerline construction and commercial/industrial electrical construction, making us a full-service electrical provider. ESB’s commercial and industrial electrical construction division specializes in large-scale commercial electrical projects, telecommunications, traffic signalization, gas distribution, high voltage distribution service and maintenance. We also offer design-build and pre-construction services and have in-house pre-fabrication and AutoCAD capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare project construction schedules
• Submit “Requests for Information” to clients
• Manage day-to-day activities of assigned projects
• Act as the main point-of-contact for project personnel
• Coordinate meetings, schedule updates, submit deliverables, and address outstanding open items as requested by clients
• Prepare look-ahead documents and weekly, monthly progress reports and billing information
• Review and monitor job costs versus budgets
• Report regularly to management team
• Prepare complete cost estimates (labor and material) for projects within set deadlines
• Perform field take-offs/evaluations for estimate preparation
• Participate in the estimate review process with internal and external stakeholders
• Prepare bills of material and other information for use by purchasing
• Schedule and attend field walk-downs with customers, subcontractors, and construction personnel to understand and determine constructability requirements
• Compare various project documents for accuracy and consistency
• Assist in the preparation and submission of change orders
• Coordinate closely with project management
• Assist construction personnel throughout the project lifecycle in tracking and understanding basis of cost estimate
• Understand and comply with the Company’s Code of Business Conduct and Ethics Policy and other industry-specific professional and ethical standards, if applicable
• Regular and predictable attendance
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• 3+ years of project management and estimating experience in the electrical industry
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field; combination of relevant education and experience considered in lieu of degree

Skills

• Knowledgeable with specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare time/cost/labor estimates for projects and services
• Knowledgeable of the N.E.C. and all relevant local codes
• 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 and Accubid
• Proficient with estimating software such as Accubid or equivalent
• Ability to prepare construction schedules in Microsoft Project and/or Primavera
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and verbal and written communication skills
• Self-driven with the ability to stay on-task for extended periods of time

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, vision, hearing, and mental health benefits (low deductibles and out-of-pocket maximums)
• $15 weekly premium for employee or employee plus family coverage
• Dental – 100% employer-paid premium
• ThrivePass Health & Wellness Reimbursement Program – $1,200 annually for health and wellbeing-related purchases
• Annual Paid Time Off starting at 15 days plus 10 paid holidays (Cultural Celebration Day is a floating holiday)
• Generous 401(k) Plan with 100% match up to 6%; immediate vesting, and annual profit-sharing potential
• Superior educational assistance program (support for educational costs, internal training, and more)
• Company-paid short and long-term disability, life, and accidental death & dismemberment
• Company-paid business travel accident insurance
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
• Various voluntary plans available including supplemental vision, accident and critical illness, ID theft, group legal, group auto & home, and additional voluntary life insurance plans for employees and dependents